Module $6$; Chapter $10-$ Facility Layout

Facility layout for a T$-$shirt business refers to the physical arrangement of the various departments, workstations, equipment, and storage areas within the facility to optimize workflow, minimize bottlenecks, and increase efficiency. The layout of the facility can have a significant impact on the productivity, quality, and profitability of the business. As a small home$-$grown business, Jamie T$-$Shirt Co$.$ specializes in printing and selling custom t$-$shirts online. She has leased a small warehouse space and is looking to optimize the facility layout to improve production process and increase efficiency. As her consultants, Jamie has requested that you review the design of the current facility layout, conduct a thorough analysis of the workflow, from receiving orders to printing, packing, and shipping.

What are the key factors that would impact the facility layout which must be included in your analysis? What conclusion can be drawn from your analysis?

Please consider the following:

a$.$ the type of printing equipment

b$.$ the storage needs for supplies and finished products

c$.$ space required for her workforce.