APICS Certified in Logistics, Transportation and Distribution (CLTD) — Question 86

The primary purpose of a warehouse layout should be to:

Answer options

• A. reduce warehouse floor area.
• B. facilitate product flow.
• C. increase storage area.
• D. maximize personnel productivity.

Correct answer: A

Explanation

The correct answer is A because the primary aim of a warehouse layout is to minimize the floor area while still efficiently managing storage and movement. Options B, C, and D, while important, do not directly address the main purpose of reducing the overall space used in the warehouse.