Architecture of logistics Spatial characteristics

Uninhabited spaces

- The distribution is not open to visitors, which allows more space for store inventory and the opportunity to quickly and accurately fulfull orders.

- Large part of the floor area is used for storing and moving products. The areas for operating personnel are minimal concerning the total area.

Employees work an average of 40 hours per week in eight-hour shifts, usually in intensive shifts, which allow the warehouse to keep working 24 hours a day.

Emyployees roles:

Warehouse Associate, Warehouse Loader, Warehouse Clerk, General Laborer, Shipping & Receiving Associate, Warehouse, Material Handler, Forklift Driver, Warehouse Machine Operater

Layout must - haves:

Inbound receiving bay, storage areas, packing space, outbound loading docks, office, break room.

Inhabited spaces

- The physical store is the purchasing channel for consumers.

- Psychological marketing strategies are used to increase customer consumption.

Employees typically work 40 hours per week, although there are also 20 to 30-hour, part-time and weekend schedules. A supermarket is normally open to the public between 8 and 10 hours per day.

Emyployees roles:

Manager, section manager, section employees, several stockers, several cashiers, accountants, administrative assistants, sales manager, purchasing manager, logistics manager.

Layout must - haves:

Cash desks, trolley pick up and return area, shelves area, customer service, toilets, changing room, office.