Cross docking will vary based on the needs of incoming pallets to ensure that each good will be treated with care to avoid damaging the goods contained within

• Semi-trailer reloading areas will need to be kept clear to ensure that all shipments are kept organized and nothing is moved or damaged as new loads come in.

•  While it is vital to economize at your shipping stations, your cargo cross docking solutions should include adequate space around the docks: it ensures that workers and pallets can move quickly and safely without pile-up. Create isles and logical pathways to ensure that shipments can be readily moved. High traffic areas should have oversized pathways.

• Areas for pallet storage should be designed to differentiate between temporary storage, seasonal products or staple products for easy retrieval.

Before designing your facility, evaluate the products that will regularly be moving through these areas. This will help you determine which areas are likely to see more traffic versus areas where products may require temporary storage.

Facilities must also be adaptable so they can continue to address the needs of the business as it grows and changes.