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Effective, efficient, and system-agnostic solutions for your unique needs.

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End-to-end solutions, from consulting to LifeTime Services.​

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Cohesive collaboration from day one.​

Optimizing Facility Design

  • s-icon3 Methodical Engineering Approach for Facility Design: KPI offers an independent, methodical approach for designing greenfield or retrofitting facilities.
  • s-icon2 Data-Driven Facility Design for Meeting Business Goals: KPI’s facility designs are powered by data and focus on meeting business goals.
  • s-icon1 Validation and Optimization of Facility Design: KPI’s simulation and modeling capabilities validate designs, assess staffing and identify bottlenecks before implementation.
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Our Approach to Distribution Center Design

KPI’s design considerations for greenfield sites and retrofits are numerous and not limited to:
  • Facility size/physical attributes
  • Site/process/material flow patterns
  • Order fulfillment design
  • Slotting strategies
  • Layout and storage planning
  • Materials handling equipment specifications & RFP
  • Storage equipment definition
  • Docks and loading positions
  • Productivity and labor calculations

Enhance your Facility’s Capabilities with Our Distribution Center Design Consulting Services

Solutions are designed using empirical analysis, operating expertise, and a proven methodology.

Your new facility or retrofit design will be:

  • Created by distribution professionals with real-world operations experience
  • Agile to scale as business requirements change
  • Designed with an independent approach to suppliers and technology
  • Aligned with your company’s business goals

KPI’s Neutral Approach to Technology Evaluation

  • Automation Evaluation Mitigating labor challenges and meeting customer service requirements by evaluating all feasible automation technology solutions.
  • Technology Selection KPI’s technology-neutral approach evaluates automation options to ensure they meet business goals.
  • Materials Handling Visit the Systems Integration page to learn more about KPI’s materials handling evaluation and selection service.
KPI Solutions Design Consulting
Group 13551-min

Achieve Business Growth

KPI evaluates fixed and variable costs over a design horizon resulting in a cumulative investment and OPEX forecast.