Reduce Travel Time in Your Warehouse

Travel time is the time it takes for warehouse operators to move from one location to another. It's one of the biggest contributors to labor costs. In fact, studies show that travel time can account for up to 60% of total picking time. Reducing it is not just about speed; it’s about efficiency, cost savings, and employee well-being.

This is where Slot3D steps in.

What Is Slot3D?

Slot3D is an intelligent warehouse slotting optimization tool designed to help distribution centers analyze, plan, and improve the physical arrangement of SKUs in their facility. By using a combination of 3D modeling, velocity analysis, and data-driven algorithms, Slot3D helps teams reimagine their slotting strategy and significantly reduce travel time.

Why Travel Time Matters

Reducing picker travel time leads to:

• Lower labor costs

• Faster order fulfillment

• Increased throughput

• Reduced worker fatigue

• Better utilization of space

It’s not just about reducing distance it’s about improving your entire operation.

How Slot3D Reduces Travel Time

1. Velocity-Based Slotting

Slot3D places fast-moving SKUs closest to the shipping or receiving areas. This minimizes the time workers spend on non-value add activities.

2. 3D Visualizations

With interactive 3D models of your warehouse, Slot3D helps engineers identify bottlenecks, congestion points, and inefficient zones that increase travel time.

3. Optimized Pick Paths

Slot3D models travel required to pick orders and calculates the time distance, and costs associated with picking each order today. It then suggests new product placement that streamlines picker movement.

4. Data-Driven Scenario Planning

Slot3D lets you test different slotting layouts and run “what-if” scenarios to determine which changes will have the biggest impact on travel time.

Real Results: What Users Are Seeing

Customers who implement Slot3D regularly report:

• 10–30% reduction in travel time

• 15–45% boost in productivity

• 10-20% reduction in labor costs

A Smarter Warehouse Starts With Smarter Slotting

Slot3D isn’t just a slotting tool, it’s a strategic partner for operations and engineering teams looking to optimize labor, improve efficiency, and scale operations. By reducing warehouse travel time, Slot3D delivers a fast, measurable ROI that impacts your entire distribution network.

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