Store, warehousing and inventory management system in Bangladesh: upgradation approach in Bangladesh Civil Aviation Authority (CAAB)

Abstract

The Civil Aviation Authority of Bangladesh (CAAB) serves as the regulatory body overseeing the country's aviation sector. Established in 1985, its primary mandate is to ensure the safety, security, and efficiency of civil aviation operations. CAAB manages and develops airports, air navigation services, and aviation infrastructure to foster a robust and sustainable aviation industry. Committed to international standards, CAAB collaborates with global aviation authorities and organizations. It plays a crucial role in promoting economic growth and connectivity by facilitating safe and seamless air travel. With a focus on continuous improvement, CAAB contributes to the advancement of Bangladesh's aviation landscape while prioritizing safety and compliance with international aviation standards. Warehouses are essential for storing spare parts, equipment, and tools necessary for aircraft maintenance and repair. Having readily available parts ensures timely repairs and maintenance, minimizing downtime for aircraft. Efficient warehousing allows for proper inventory management of essential items required for aviation operations. This includes tracking stock levels, replenishing supplies, and ensuring that necessary items are always available when needed. Warehouses provide a secure environment for storing sensitive aviation equipment and materials. Proper security measures, such as surveillance systems and restricted access, help prevent theft, damage, or unauthorized use of critical aviation assets. Warehouses serve as distribution centers for receiving, storing, and distributing goods and materials to various locations within the aviation network. This ensures smooth logistics operations and timely delivery of supplies to different airports and aviation facilities. Effective warehouse management enables the optimization of storage space, allowing CAAB to utilize available space efficiently. This ensures that the maximum amount of inventory can be stored without overcrowding or wastage of space. Warehousing operations within the aviation industry must adhere to strict regulatory standards and guidelines. Compliance with regulations ensures the safe storage of hazardous materials, proper handling of goods, and adherence to security protocols. In the event of emergencies or unexpected disruptions, warehouses play a vital role in providing immediate access to essential supplies and equipment. Having well-equipped warehouses stocked with emergency provisions can help CAAB respond swiftly to crises such as natural disasters or aircraft incidents. 7 Overall, the importance of warehousing in the Civil Aviation Authority of Bangladesh cannot be overstated, as it directly impacts the efficiency, safety, and reliability of aviation operations within the country. The Purpose of this report is to establish the efficient, cost effective and realistic store inventory and warehousing management system in Central Procurement Engineering & Store Unit (CEMSU) at CAAB. When it will be established in all portions of CAAB then it indirectly helps to achieve the vision-mission of CAAB. At present all stores unit & its inventory system are being operated manually and the existing warehouse is not well decorated, not full of modern facilities. So, it should be upgraded as early as possible.