Cross-docking - Crossdock Facility Design

Crossdock Facility Design

Cross-docks in practice are generally designed in an "I" configuration, which is an elongated rectangle. The goal in using this shape is to maximize the number of inbound and outbound doors that can be added to the facility while keeping the amount of floor space inside the facility to a minimum. In 2004, Bartholdi & Gue demonstrated that this shape is indeed ideal for facilities with 150 doors or less. For facilities with 150-200 doors a "T" shape is more cost effective. Finally, for facilities with 200 or more doors the cost minimizing shape will be an "X".

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