Smart Rack Management
Smart Rack Management is a digital system used to efficiently organize, track, and manage physical storage racks within a warehouse, inventory room, or storage facility. It ensures optimal space utilization, easy retrieval of items, and real-time visibility of item locations. This feature is especially useful in environments with high-volume inventory or multiple storage areas.
Key Features
- Digital Rack Mapping – Visual representation of rack structures (rows, columns, levels)
- Bin-wise Inventory Tracking – Track items down to the specific bin or shelf
- Auto-Assignment of Storage Location – Based on product type, size, or expiry
- Barcode/QR Code Integration – For quick scan-and-store/retrieve operations
- Rack Utilization Reports – Insights into space usage and availability
- Real-Time Stock Position – Know exactly where every item is stored
- Multi-location Support – Manage racks across multiple warehouses or branches
- Alerts for Overstock/Understock – Prevents storage inefficiencies
Use This Feature in PrismERP
Using Smart Rack Management in PrismERP involves the following steps:
Setup Rack Structure:
- Define storage locations, including warehouse, zone, rack, shelf, and bin
Assign Products to Racks:
- While receiving goods, assign each product to a rack/bin
- You can set auto-location rules based on product category or storage condition
Scan & Store:
- Use barcode/QR code scanners to store or retrieve items quickly
- Updates reflect in real time within the system
Track Inventory:
- Generate alerts for empty or over-utilized racks
Optimize & Maintain:
- Use system reports to analyze utilization and improve rack space planning
- Schedule audits or verify items using the rack-wise audit checklist