[FEATURE] Develop Warehouse Management Functionality

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[FEATURE] Develop Warehouse Management Functionality for Invantray

As a warehouse manager, managing warehouse operations efficiently is crucial for storing and retrieving inventory items. To achieve this, we need to develop a robust warehouse management system that can handle various tasks such as managing locations, picking, receiving, and put-away. In this feature, we will develop the necessary functionality for managing warehouse operations, including locations, picking, and receiving.

As a warehouse manager, I want to manage warehouse operations so that I can efficiently store and retrieve inventory items. This includes:

  • Managing warehouse locations
  • Creating picking lists
  • Processing receiving
  • Managing put-away
  • Processing transfers between locations

To ensure that the warehouse management functionality meets the requirements, we have established the following acceptance criteria:

  • API endpoint for managing warehouse locations is implemented: This API endpoint will allow users to create, read, update, and delete warehouse locations.
  • API endpoint for managing bin/shelf locations is implemented: This API endpoint will allow users to create, read, update, and delete bin/shelf locations within a warehouse.
  • API endpoint for creating picking lists is implemented: This API endpoint will allow users to create picking lists based on inventory items and warehouse locations.
  • API endpoint for processing receiving is implemented: This API endpoint will allow users to process receiving of inventory items into the warehouse.
  • API endpoint for managing put-away is implemented: This API endpoint will allow users to manage the put-away of inventory items into the warehouse.
  • API endpoint for processing transfers between locations is implemented: This API endpoint will allow users to process transfers of inventory items between warehouse locations.
  • Space optimization algorithms are implemented: These algorithms will help optimize the use of warehouse space by suggesting the most efficient storage locations for inventory items.
  • Zone management is supported: This feature will allow users to manage warehouse zones and assign inventory items to specific zones.
  • Warehouse layout visualization is considered: This feature will provide a visual representation of the warehouse layout, making it easier to navigate and manage the warehouse.
  • Permission checks are implemented: These checks will ensure that users have the necessary permissions to perform specific warehouse management tasks.
  • Unit tests for all API endpoints are created: These tests will ensure that the API endpoints are functioning correctly and meet the requirements.
  • API documentation is created: This documentation will provide a clear understanding of the API endpoints, their usage, and the expected responses.

To develop the warehouse management functionality, we propose the following solution:

  • Implement RESTful APIs for warehouse management using Go: We will use the Go programming language to implement the RESTful APIs for warehouse management.
  • Store warehouse data in PostgreSQL: We will use PostgreSQL as the database management system to store warehouse data.
  • Implement proper validation and permission checks: We will implement validation and permission checks to ensure that users have the necessary permissions to perform specific warehouse management tasks.

This feature is related to the following issues:

  • #6 (Invantray Development milestone): This issue is related to the overall development of Invantray and a milestone for this feature.
  • #51 (Implement inventory management APIs): This issue is related to the implementation of inventory management APIs, which is a crucial part of the warehouse management functionality.

The warehouse management functionality will provide several benefits, including:

  • Improved efficiency: The warehouse management system will help improve the efficiency of warehouse operations by providing a robust and scalable solution for managing warehouse locations, picking, receiving, and put-away.
  • Enhanced productivity: The system will help enhance productivity by providing a user-friendly interface for users to manage warehouse operations.
  • Better inventory management: The system will provide better inventory management by allowing users to track inventory items and their locations in real-time.
  • Improved space optimization: The system will help improve space optimization by suggesting the most efficient storage locations for inventory items.

The implementation plan for the warehouse management functionality is as follows:

  • Week 1-2: Design and implement the RESTful APIs for warehouse management using Go.
  • Week 3-4: Implement the database schema for warehouse data in PostgreSQL.
  • Week 5-6: Implement proper validation and permission checks for warehouse management tasks.
  • Week 7-8: Implement unit tests for all API endpoints.
  • Week 9-10: Create API documentation and implement warehouse layout visualization.

In conclusion, the warehouse management functionality is a crucial part of Invantray, and its development will provide several benefits, including improved efficiency, enhanced productivity, better inventory management, and improved space optimization. The proposed solution involves implementing RESTful APIs for warehouse management using Go, storing warehouse data in PostgreSQL, and implementing proper validation and permission checks. The implementation plan is outlined in the previous section, and we are confident that the warehouse management functionality will meet the requirements and provide a robust and scalable solution for managing warehouse operations.
Warehouse Management Functionality: Q&A

A: The purpose of the warehouse management functionality is to provide a robust and scalable solution for managing warehouse operations, including locations, picking, receiving, and put-away. This will help improve the efficiency of warehouse operations and enhance productivity.

A: The key features of the warehouse management functionality include:

  • Managing warehouse locations
  • Creating picking lists
  • Processing receiving
  • Managing put-away
  • Processing transfers between locations
  • Space optimization algorithms
  • Zone management
  • Warehouse layout visualization
  • Permission checks
  • Unit tests for all API endpoints
  • API documentation

A: The warehouse management functionality will improve efficiency by providing a robust and scalable solution for managing warehouse operations. This will help reduce manual errors, improve inventory tracking, and enhance productivity.

A: The Go programming language will be used to implement the warehouse management functionality.

A: PostgreSQL will be used to store warehouse data.

A: Permission checks will be implemented using a role-based access control (RBAC) system, which will ensure that users have the necessary permissions to perform specific warehouse management tasks.

A: The expected timeline for implementing the warehouse management functionality is 10 weeks, broken down into the following milestones:

  • Week 1-2: Design and implement the RESTful APIs for warehouse management using Go.
  • Week 3-4: Implement the database schema for warehouse data in PostgreSQL.
  • Week 5-6: Implement proper validation and permission checks for warehouse management tasks.
  • Week 7-8: Implement unit tests for all API endpoints.
  • Week 9-10: Create API documentation and implement warehouse layout visualization.

A: The benefits of implementing the warehouse management functionality include:

  • Improved efficiency
  • Enhanced productivity
  • Better inventory management
  • Improved space optimization

A: The warehouse management functionality will be tested using unit tests, integration tests, and system tests. This will ensure that the functionality meets the requirements and is robust and scalable.

A: The expected outcome of implementing the warehouse management functionality is a robust and scalable solution for managing warehouse operations, which will improve efficiency, enhance productivity, and provide better inventory management and space optimization.