Propuesta de mejoramiento en el proceso de recibo y revisión de mercancía basado en herramientas Lean Logistics en un almacén del grupo Éxito de la ciudad de Cali

Abstract

Companies always seek to identify and eliminate those activities that do not add value, to increase the flow of products, in the Exito warehouses, there are shortcomings regarding the flow of merchandise in the reception and revision area that remain in the zones for a long time. Waiting, generating excess merchandise. The purpose of this work is focused on presenting a proposal to improve the receipt and review process, in order to identify those novelties that exist during the receipt and review that do not allow the adequate flow of merchandise in the area, presenting excess merchandise. Stowed in the waiting areas, affecting the operation of the area. To carry out this proposal, first a diagnosis of the current situation of the process will be made, through direct observation at the time the functions are executed, an accompaniment will be made to the person in charge of the area, to review and analyze everything In the process of receiving and reviewing merchandise, it is essential to carry out an assessment that shows the current status of the process, which allows delays to be identified, in order to later make a proposal, through Lean Logistics tools, that allows taking the necessary actions. To improve the receiving and review process. The improvement proposal is a pilot project that will be carried out in an Exito Group warehouse in the City of Cali.