Motion data as a basis for planning

Analysis of application possibilities in the design of intralogistics systems and processes

Abstract

The warehouse planning process is characterized by many planning decisions, which are made on the basis of a previously created planning data base. The raw data are typically derived from existing ERP systems or WMS and are presented in the form of inventory, order or material movement data. Data and metrics on manual shop floor processes are rarely available, leaving potentially important information out of reach for decision-making processes. This paper examines the use of Motion-Mining® to collect and analyze process data and dis-cusses the applicability of this technology in the context of warehouse planning projects.