Placing boxes on shelves: a case study
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In this paper we describe some work carried out for a major UK high street retailer. This work necessitated the development of a system for the effective design of stockroom layouts. The basic problem faced by this retailer, that of placing boxes on shelves so as to minimise the space used, is described. We also briefly describe a number of complicating factors that had to be considered in arriving at a feasible stockroom layout. The heuristic developed for placing boxes on shelves is described and examples given of the operation of the entire stockroom layout system. The experience of the company with the system, which is now in routine use, is also discussed.
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