1)Why do warehouses exist in supply chains? List 4 reasons. Explain each in 2-3 sentences.

1)Why do warehouses exist in supply chains? List 4 reasons. Explain each in 2-3 sentences.
2)List the types of warehouses. Explain each warehouse type in 1-2 sentences. Provide an example organization for each warehouse type. (For example, Organization X uses A type warehouses in their operations).
3)Based on warehouse ownership, what are the two main options? What are the advantages and disadvantages of each option? Explain 1-2 advantages and disadvantages of each option. Provide at least one organization type that would use each type. (For example, small scale retailers are most likely to use xxxx type warehouses).
4)Organizations can use following three types of warehouses if they decide to rent the space. Explain 1-2 advantages and disadvantages for each.
a)Public warehousing
b)Private warehousing
c)3PL/ contract warehousing
5)What are the basic warehouse operations? Explain each in 1-2 sentences. Which operation in the warehouses takes the most time according to research? Propose and discuss few (1-3) methods which can reduce the total activity time in warehouses.
6)List 3 warehouse design considerations. Explain each in 2-3 sentences.
7)What are the differences in traditional material handling concept and modern material handling concept? Explain the differences in a paragraph. (100-150 words).
8)What are the ten principles of material handling according to Material Handling Institute? Pick one of them and explain in a paragraph. (100-150 words).
9)What are unit loads? Explain in a paragraph. Provide at least 3 examples of unit loads in different industries. (100-150 words)
10)What are the advantages and disadvantages of using unit loads for material handling? Explain at least 2 advantages and disadvantages.