A Sammons Warehouse Solutions Company

Warehouse Consulting Services

Expert analysis, master planning, and operational strategy to optimize your distribution center, before a single piece of equipment moves.

Expert Warehouse Consulting for Distribution Centers of Every Size

Precision Warehouse Design (PWD) has over 20 years of experience providing warehouse consulting services to businesses ranging from regional distributors to multi-billion-dollar national brands. Our team of industrial and mechanical engineers brings a data-driven, operations-first approach to every engagement, giving you a clear, actionable plan to reduce costs, improve throughput, and scale your facility with confidence.

Whether you are planning a new distribution center, retrofitting an existing facility, or trying to squeeze more efficiency out of your current operation, our warehouse operations consultants work alongside your team to deliver customized solutions aligned to your unique SKU profile, labor model, and business objectives.

Unlike equipment vendors who lead with a product recommendation, PWD leads with your data. We analyze your current state, model your future state, and deliver objective recommendations, including when the right answer is not automation.

Why consult before you design or buy?

Most costly warehouse mistakes happen at the planning stage, not during installation. PWD’s warehouse consultants identify operational gaps, future throughput needs, and technology opportunities early, saving our clients thousands in rework and misaligned equipment purchases.

Our Warehouse Consulting Services

PWD offers a comprehensive suite of warehousing and distribution consulting services, each designed to solve a specific operational challenge and deliver measurable ROI.

Service
What it delivers
Master Planning
A comprehensive evaluation of your current and future supply chain logistics needs. We ensure your warehouse layout, technology, and processes are aligned with your business objectives — creating a scalable, flexible operation built for growth and market changes.
Slotting Analysis
Strategic inventory organization by size, weight, and demand frequency to maximize picking efficiency, reduce errors, and improve worker ergonomics. We assign proper storage technologies by SKU velocity and minimize parts handling to reduce labor cost per unit shipped.
Operations Assessment
A thorough diagnostic of your current distribution center: throughput rates, labor productivity, space utilization, technology gaps, and safety compliance. We identify what is underperforming and build a prioritized improvement roadmap with projected ROI.
Proof of Concept (PoC)
Before you commit to a WMS implementation or major automation investment, our PoC phase validates feasibility, demonstrates projected ROI, and surfaces risks early — so you can make a confident go/no-go decision without costly surprises.
Bid Specification Prep
We translate your operational requirements into precise procurement documents. Detailed bid specs ensure you receive accurate, comparable bids and protect you from scope creep and misaligned vendor proposals.
Simulation Modeling
Using warehouse simulation software, we model and test different layout and workflow scenarios against your actual data — measuring throughput, congestion, labor requirements, and system stress without touching your live operation.

Industries We Serve

Our warehouse consulting team works across a wide range of industries, each with unique SKU profiles, compliance requirements, and throughput demands:

Alongside our team of industry experts and equipment providers, we partner with Avalon CSC to integrate our collective services together to provide comprehensive automation and storage solutions for our clients. Avalon CSC provides expert supply chain consulting to optimize operations and drive growth. Their tailored solutions cover strategy, warehouse operations, manufacturing, and managed services. With decades of experience, they reduce costs, boost efficiency, and offer hands-on support – walking the floor, understanding your business, and building long-lasting relationships. Backed by industry leaders and solutions partners, they are continuously moving forward to keep you ahead.

  • E-commerce and direct-to-consumer fulfillment

  • Retail distribution and omnichannel operations

  • Third-party logistics (3PL) and contract warehousing

  • Food and beverage (ambient, refrigerated, and frozen)

  • Pharmaceutical and healthcare distribution

  • Industrial manufacturing and MRO supply

  • Cold storage and temperature-controlled environments

Our Consulting Process

PWD follows a structured, repeatable consulting methodology that ensures every engagement delivers clear, actionable outcomes — not just a presentation deck.

Trusted by Leading Distribution Operations

PWD has completed more than 6,000 warehouse projects for organizations including FedEx, Nebraska Furniture Mart, Chewy.com, S&S Activewear, Mouser Electronics, RTIC, and KGP. Our team brings over 500 years of combined experience across material handling, warehouse automation, and systems integration.

FasTrak Consulting — Need results fast?

For time-sensitive situations, our FasTrak service rapidly analyzes your requirements and delivers precise findings, often within days. Ask about FasTrak availability when you contact us.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does a warehouse consultant do?

A warehouse consultant analyzes your distribution center’s layout, processes, technology, and labor model to identify inefficiencies and opportunities for improvement. PWD’s consultants deliver data-backed recommendations covering everything from slotting and master planning to automation investment and WMS selection.

How long does a warehouse consulting engagement take?

Scope varies by facility size and complexity. An operations assessment for a single facility typically takes two to four weeks from kick-off to final report. Master planning engagements for large or multi-site networks can range from six to twelve weeks.

Do you only consult, or do you also design and install?

PWD is a full-service warehouse solutions provider. Our consulting services can stand alone or connect seamlessly to our warehouse design, engineering, installation, and systems integration services. Many clients begin with a consulting engagement and choose to move directly into design and implementation with the same team.

What size facilities do you work with?

We work with distribution centers of all sizes, from small backroom operations to multi-hundred-thousand-square-foot automated fulfillment centers. Our client roster spans small and medium-sized businesses as well as multi-billion-dollar national brands.

Ready to Optimize Your Warehouse Operations?

Talk to a PWD warehouse consultant today. We offer a free initial consultation with no commitment — and no vendor agenda. Our goal is to give you the clearest possible picture of what your distribution center can become.

Contact PWD at precisionwarehousedesign.com or call our North Dallas headquarters to schedule your consultation.