Warehousing
The process of storing goods in a designated facility until they are ready for distribution or sale.
Definition
The process of storing goods in a designated facility until they are ready for distribution or sale. Warehousing services may include inventory management order fulfillment and distribution planning. Modern warehouses often utilize advanced technologies like barcode scanning automated storage and retrieval systems (AS/RS) and warehouse management software (WMS) to optimize operations
Related Terms
Warehouse Receipt
A document issued by a warehouse operator confirming the storage of goods.
Waybill
A non-negotiable shipping document that serves as a receipt of goods and outlines the terms of the transportation contract.
Weight Break
A threshold weight at which shipping rates change.
Weight Certificate
An official document that verifies the weight of a shipment.
Wharf
A structure built along a shoreline or riverbank where vessels can dock to load or unload cargo.
Wharfage
A fee charged for the use of a wharf pier or dock for loading or unloading cargo.
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