WAREX
Transforming Warehouse Operations from 'Just Warehouse' to 'Profit Centre'
Mission statement WAREX – “To revolutionize warehouse operations across India by delivering excellence through CII-IL’s WAREX framework—transforming static facilities into dynamic profit centers. We empower businesses with data-driven insights, sustainability metrics, and continuous innovation to unlock untapped potential and set new standards of performance.”
WHY CII For WAREX
WAREX
Strategic Advantages
Operational Impact
Sustainability & Scalability
Deliverables
Deliverables
Sample Certificate
Certificate
Our Clients
Our Clients
Case Study
Case
FMCG Warehouse
Situation
A large FMCG warehouse was struggling with:
- Late deliveries
- Frequent picking errors
- Space getting full too quickly
What We Found
- Fast-moving items were stored where space is available
- No clear system for picking
- Warehouse layout not optimized
What We did
- Moved fast-moving products closer (ABC classification)
- Introduced simple batch picking
- Rearranged layout for better space use
Result
A large FMCG warehouse was struggling with:
- Deliveries improved from 90% → 97% on time
- Errors reduced significantly
- Created 20% extra space without expansion
Automotive Warehouse
Situation
An automotive spare parts warehouse faced:
- Stock not available when dealers needed it
- Too much dead inventory
- Slow picking
What We Found
- No classification of parts
- Poor storage planning
- No tracking of slow-moving items
What We did
- Classified parts (fast vs slow moving)
- Created fast-pick zone
- Cleaned up dead stock
Result
A large FMCG warehouse was struggling with:
- Parts availability improved 85% → 96%
- Dead stock reduced
- Picking became faster and smoother
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
FAQ
What is Warehouse Operations Benchmarking (WAREX)?
It’s a structured assessment framework that compares your warehouse’s performance against industry standards and best practices across cost, service, people, sustainability, and safety across the industry and provide feasible solutions for the gaps identified for achieving excellence.
For which warehouse facility WAREX is applicable for?
WAREX is applicable for already operational warehouses and not for new upcoming warehouse operations.
Is this framework only applicable for India or Global operations ?
This WAREX framework is applicable for India as well as warehouse facilities outside India. Organizations originated in India and Multinationals both can go for this framework.
Why should we benchmark our warehouse operations?
Benchmarking provides rapid diagnostics, highlights gaps in warehouse operations and provide improvement recommendations with NO/very minimal investment to reach to next level.
It moves beyond operations to deliver strategic impact and customer value.
How long does a benchmarking assessment take?
A typical WAREX assessment can be completed in 2 months (Subject to response time from customer), delivering actionable insights without disrupting daily operations.
What outcomes can we expect from benchmarking?
- Cost & Service Level Improvement
- Identification of Cost Saving opportunities
- Clear Roadmap for Growth to meet market expectations.
- Knowing your current performance compared to peers & best in class
- Leadership consensus on priorities
- Roadmap for both quick wins and long-term transformation
Who should be involved in the benchmarking process?
Leadership teams, warehouse managers, and frontline supervisors. Involving multiple levels ensures both strategic alignment and practical feasibility of improvement actions.
How is benchmarking different from a traditional audit?
Audits check compliance; benchmarking drives excellence. It’s about measuring against best-in-class practices and building capacity for continuous improvement.
When will the certificate be issued?
Certificates are issued after successful completion of the required learning modules and assessments as per the certification criteria.
Will benchmarking disrupt warehouse operations?
No. The process is designed to be rapid, non-intrusive, and collaborative, ensuring minimal disruption while maximizing insight.
For how long this WAREX certification is Valid ?
The WAREX certification is valid for 2 years.
