--- title: Measuring Success in the Distribution Center description: How can distribution centers measure success in the era of big data? We highlight 10 important metrics for owners and operators in this infographic! image: https://blog.unex.com/hubfs/wholesale_distribution_center.jpg --- [Skip to content](https://blog.unex.com/measuring-success-distribution-center#main-content) [![UNEX-logo-1](https://blog.unex.com/hs-fs/hubfs/UNEX-logo-1.png?width=170&height=53&name=UNEX-logo-1.png "UNEX-logo-1")](https://www.unex.com/) - [Applications](https://www.unex.com/applications) - Storage - [Warehouse Storage](https://www.unex.com/applications/storage/warehouse-storage) - [Storage for 3PLs](https://www.unex.com/applications/storage/storage-3pls) - [Retail Storage Solutions](https://www.unex.com/applications/storage/retail-storage) - [Lineside Storage](https://www.unex.com/applications/packing-assembly/lineside-storage) - [Beverage Storage](https://www.unex.com/applications/storage/beverage-storage) - [Keg Storage](https://www.unex.com/applications/storage/keg-storage) - Picking - [Order Picking](https://www.unex.com/applications/picking/order-picking) - 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[Each Picking](https://www.unex.com/applications/picking/each-picking) - [Picking Carts](https://www.unex.com/applications/picking/picking-carts) - [Pick Module](https://www.unex.com/applications/picking/pick-module) - Packing & Assembly - [Industrial Carts](https://www.unex.com/applications/packing-assembly/industrial-carts) - [Packing Stations](https://www.unex.com/applications/packing-assembly/packing-station) - [Industrial Workstations](https://www.unex.com/applications/packing-assembly/industrial-workstations) - [Manufacturing Supermarkets](https://www.unex.com/applications/packing-assembly/manufacturing-supermarkets) - [Solutions](https://www.unex.com/solutions) - [Carton Flow](https://www.unex.com/solutions/carton-flow) - [SpanTrack Lane](https://www.unex.com/solutions/carton-flow/spantrack-lane) - [SpanTrack Wheel Bed](https://www.unex.com/solutions/carton-flow/spantrack-wheel-bed) - [SpanTrack Keg Flow](https://www.unex.com/solutions/carton-flow/spantrack-keg-flow) - [Shelf Track](https://www.unex.com/solutions/carton-flow/shelf-track) - [Flow Racks](https://www.unex.com/solutions/flow-racks) - [FlowCell](https://www.unex.com/solutions/flow-racks/flowcell) - [Roller Rack](https://www.unex.com/solutions/flow-racks/roller-rack) - [High-Density Storage](https://www.unex.com/solutions/high-density-storage) - [SpeedCell](https://www.unex.com/solutions/high-density-storage/speedcell) - [SpeedCartt](https://www.unex.com/solutions/high-density-storage/speedcartt) - [Pick Shelves](https://www.unex.com/solutions/high-density-storage/pick-shelves) - [Conveyors](https://www.unex.com/solutions/conveyors) - [Gravity Conveyor](https://www.unex.com/solutions/conveyors/gravity-conveyors) - [Pallet Track](https://www.unex.com/solutions/conveyors/pallet-track) - [About](https://www.unex.com/about) - [Resources](https://www.unex.com/resources) - [Blog](https://blog.unex.com) - [Press Releases](https://blog.unex.com/press-releases) - [Guides](https://www.unex.com/resources/guides) - [Product Brochures](https://www.unex.com/resources/product-brochures) - [Installation Guides](https://www.unex.com/resources/installation-guides) - [Case Studies](https://www.unex.com/resources/case-studies) - [FAQs](https://go.unex.com/faq) [Contact Us](https://www.unex.com/contact) [Build a Solution](https://www.unex.com/configurator) # Measuring Success in the Distribution Center ![wholesale_distribution_center](https://blog.unex.com/hs-fs/hubfs/wholesale_distribution_center.jpg?width=800&height=534&name=wholesale_distribution_center.jpg) One of the disadvantages of the era of big data and the Industrial Internet of Things is the simple fact that the scope and depth of data available to owners and operators can be overwhelming. With so much data at their fingertips, distribution center operators need to be able to identify and act upon key metrics to improve their operational efficiency and maintain a successful facility. But how can you wade through all that data and find the metrics that really matter? Luckily, WERC has got your back. The Warehouse Education and Research Council is an organization that offers distribution centers and warehouses resources and information that allow them to stay on top of the cutting edge of warehouse and distribution practices, technology, and insight. Each year, WERC offers distributors a list of metrics they should target and track to accurately measure the successes (or failures) of their operation. These metrics often change based on customer demand, and this year is no exception. We took WERC's 2016 list and turned it into the handy infographic you'll find below. We also offer unique solutions that can help you improve your numbers in your own distribution center. From lines picked per man hour to order picking accuracy to warehouse capacity to shipping orders on time, UNEX can help distribution centers improve efficiency and contribute to a successful operation. If you need help boosting any of these numbers,[contact us!](https://www.unex.com/contact/) We'll put our expert Pickologists on the case. 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