Warehouses may be as old as trading outposts in the olden days, but warehousing has since evolved into a highly sophisticated operation that features prominently in the supply chain strategy. Here at last is a timely and comprehensive guide for practitioners to the best practices in warehousing. It provides insights for beginners in warehousing and is a good quick read for someone who wants to become familiar with the dynamics of this sector. The Practitioner's Definitive Guide: Warehouse Practices provides comprehensive coverage of the operational and management issues faced by a warehouse manager. The tips are very practical and the "must-get-it-rights" are clearly signposted. It includes up-to-date information on the broad range of incentives for logistics providers and experts; insights into the impact of Real Estate Investments Trusts (REITs) and other emerging trends on the warehousing scene. The book includes topics such as: Warehouse management systems Keeping score on warehouse performance Warehouse safety and security Automated Identification and Data Capture technologies Pricing and costing warehouse services Importance of warehouse to third-party logistics providers Storage system configurations Key considerations in warehouse design and layout Commissioned by the Singapore Logistics Association, The Practitioner's Definitive Guide: Warehouse Practices is highly practical and easy to understand, making it an ideal reference or textbook for the practitioner, student and layperson.