Organizing with Zones
Zones help you logically organize your warehouse into functional areas.
Standard Zones
| Zone | Purpose |
|---|---|
| Receiving | Where incoming shipments are unloaded and inspected |
| Storage | Main inventory storage area |
| Picking | Optimized area for order picking |
| Shipping | Staging and packing for outbound orders |
Zone-Based Operations
When zones are configured:
- Receiving directs incoming stock to receivable locations
- Pick lists pull from pickable locations in the picking zone
- Transfers move items between zones (e.g., storage → picking for replenishment)
Bin Capacity
Each bin can optionally have capacity limits:
- Max Weight — Weight limit for the location
- Max Pallets — Number of pallets that fit
These limits help prevent overloading and aid in putaway decisions during receiving.
Active/Inactive Locations
You can deactivate locations that are temporarily out of service (maintenance, reorganization) without losing the data. Inactive locations won't appear in pick lists or receiving suggestions.