What is a temporary storage facility?

A temporary storage facility is a special storage location where goods are temporarily stored before being further processed, shipped, or sold. In fulfillment, temporary storage facilities complement automated warehouse systems by providing a flexible component for special goods movements.

Advantages:

• Simple handling: The goods are usually stored in plug-in racks. You will certainly be familiar with this system from local DIY stores, where all goods are systematically sorted by type. This variant is not only clear, it is also easy for employees to learn.

• Space-saving: Temporary storage facility systems require little space. Unused space can be converted into a manual warehouse in no time at all.

• Optimized logistics: Temporary storage facility systems make it possible to organize the transport and distribution of goods more efficiently. By bundling goods, larger quantities can be shipped at once.

• Flexibility in inventory management: Companies can adapt their stock levels to seasonal fluctuations in demand. This can prevent overstocking or shortages.

• Faster delivery to customers: As the goods are already available in the manual warehouse, customers can be supplied more quickly.

Disadvantages:

• Variety of goods: A temporary storage facility is only suitable for articles with a high turnover. Accordingly, this form of storage does not provide a large variety of goods.
• Risk of stock losses: If goods remain in the warehouse for too long, they could lose value or even become unusable. This can lead to financial losses.

Goods for storage in a temporary storage facility

A temporary storage facility is suitable for a wide range of goods. These include:

• Perishable goods: These include food, flowers and other perishable products that need to be temporarily stored for a short time before they are further processed or sold.

• Seasonal products: Products whose demand is subject to seasonal fluctuations, such as winter clothing or summer items, can be stored in manual storage to meet demand.

• Fast-moving products: Goods that are in frequent demand can be stored in a manual warehouse to ensure the supply chain runs smoothly.

• Raw materials and components: Companies that manufacture complex products often store the necessary raw materials and components in manual warehouses to optimize production processes.