Challenges

High-volume turnover with low inventory is a feature of most retailers, who need to ensure that the flow of goods and people within a building takes place quickly and smoothly to achieve the most cost-effective results. As regards in-store logistics, handling of goods constitutes the largest part of inventory holding costs. Product handling all the way from the docking station and storerooms to restocking shelves and other display units typically accounts for 3-6% of sales.

Crawford solutions for the retail trade are developed, designed and manufactured to help you meet the challenges associated with goods handling and the free movement of customers and staff within a retail facility.

Challenges we can help you meet

• In-store logistics for a smooth flow of activities
• Trouble-free access for customers into the shop
• Maintaining the cold chain to protect products
• Saving energy to cut costs
• Operational safety
• Reduced downtime
• Staff wellbeing to secure high efficiency
• Delivery from distribution center to shop without delay

Expert advice for architects and planners

Entrance solutions depend on many important factors. Typical ones are the size of a building, how many floors, how are the floors divided for different operations, the need for loading/unloading bays, the type and volume of products to be sold, and any requirement for cold rooms. The answer to these questions will determine not only the type of doors and docking systems required, but also how they are serviced and maintained to deliver the best long-term economy.