Answer the following questions thoroughly and in your own words (no plagiarism). Make sure you communicate your answers in a business-like fashion, avoiding spelling and grammar errors.
Questions-
1. Why could a warehouse be described as a necessary evil?
2. What role are warehouse operators playing in postponement strategies?
3. What is the primary purpose of bar codes or RFID packaging? Is the role different in materials handling?
4. In terms of basic materials handling, what is the role of a unit load?
5. Why have automated handling systems failed to meet their expected potential?