Use These Top 12 Operational Metrics to Improve Warehouse Performance

Key Report Recommendations:

Logistics leader responsible for warehousing strategy, operations and performance should:

• Track and improve performance by prioritizing a core set of metrics that reflect the right set of cost and service levels but that can highlight areas for improvement. 
• Focus on specific metrics by analyzing performance holistically and understanding the trade-offs between operational execution, cost optimization and service delivery.
• Monitor and review metrics that signal warehouse operations improvement opportunities by ensuring they are evaluated against desired business goals. Achieve those improvements by conducting regular reviews and solving for root causes.

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