# storage location assignment methods

*Last updated: 2026-06-22*

> At goods receipt and during every put-away cycle, storage location assignment methods determine which slot an article is directed to.

At goods receipt and during every put-away cycle, storage location assignment methods determine which slot an article is directed to. The three fundamental approaches are dedicated storage (a fixed location per article), randomized storage (any available slot tracked by the WMS), and zoned storage (articles grouped by turnover frequency, weight, or other criteria within defined areas). Dedicated storage simplifies stocktaking and cuts search time but requires more floor space; randomized storage maximizes space utilization but depends on a capable WMS to track locations reliably. In practice, many warehouses blend all three methods, applying each to different product categories based on assortment size and available technology.

**Source:** [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Storage_location_assignment_problem](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Storage_location_assignment_problem)

## Quick Facts

| Property | Value |
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| Term | storage location assignment methods |
| Language | EN |
| Word count | 105 |
| Last updated | 2026-06-22 |
| Source | https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Storage_location_assignment_problem |

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