15 Ways to Reduce Warehouse Expenses

8. Returns processing. Returns cost more than orders. Eliminate the controllable reasons for returns — picking errors, copy and art errors, among others. Streamline the receiving process to get returns processed efficiently and refunds back to customers quickly.

9. Inventory control. Inventory is the largest balance sheet asset in most businesses, Barry reminded attendees. Without accurate inventory, you can’t have sales or move orders efficiently in the distribution center. Use aisle mapping (proper location of product without counting) frequently.