Warehouse Management in CargoWise Flashcards

What is the Warehouse module in CargoWise used for?

Answer: Managing inventory receiving, storage, picking, packing, and dispatch operations

The CargoWise Warehouse module handles complete warehouse operations including goods receipt, storage location management, inventory tracking, order picking, packing, and dispatch.

What is a stock take in CargoWise's warehouse management?

Answer: A physical count of inventory to verify system records match actual stock on hand

A stock take (physical inventory count) compares actual warehouse inventory against CargoWise system records, identifying discrepancies and ensuring accurate inventory data.

What is lot tracking in warehouse management?

Answer: Tracking individual batches of products by lot number for traceability and quality control

Lot tracking records and maintains batch/lot numbers for products, enabling traceability for quality control, recalls, expiry management, and regulatory compliance.

What is a pick-and-pack operation in CargoWise?

Answer: Selecting specific items from warehouse storage and packaging them for shipment to customers

Pick-and-pack operations involve selecting ordered items from warehouse storage locations (picking) and preparing them for shipment (packing), managed through CargoWise work orders.

How does CargoWise handle warehouse billing?

Answer: Through automated calculations of storage, handling, and value-added service charges based on configurable rate cards

CargoWise automates warehouse billing using configurable rate cards that calculate charges for storage (based on time, volume, or weight), handling, and any value-added services performed.

What is cross-docking in warehouse operations?

Answer: Moving incoming goods directly to outbound shipping with minimal or no storage time

Cross-docking transfers incoming goods directly from receiving to shipping with little or no storage, reducing handling costs and transit times for time-sensitive or pre-allocated shipments.