- Material handling methods, equipment controls and software should be standardized within the limit of achieving overall performance objective.
- Standardization means less variety and customization in the methods and equipment employed.
- The planner should select the methods and equipment that can perform a variety of tasks under a variety of operating conditions and in anticipation of changing future requirements.
- The standardization applies to size of containers and other load forming components as well as operating procedures and equipment.
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