Wholesale warehouse. Image credit flexport.com

Wholesale warehouse. Image credit flexport.com

ZIMSEC O Level Commerce Notes: Warehousing: Wholesale warehouse

Wholesale warehouse

  • Are used to store a variety of goods from different manufacturers.
  • Goods are stored in bulk.
  • Enables goods to be graded and packed.
  • Can be used to allow goods e.g. wine and other similar beverages to mature.
  • Are used to even out the flow of goods.
  • Are used to store goods in transit.
  • Are used to store goods before they are sold.
  • Are used to store seasonal goods.
  • They clear up the line of production.
  • They are used to steady the supply of goods.
  • They are used to prevent shortages.

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