Location of stores means the place where the stores are situated. The location of stores should be carefully planned for a maximum efficiency. Store should be located near the materials receiving departments and materials user departments. The following factors are important for deciding the location of the store.
* Heavy and bulky items should be stocked very close to user department.
* The store should be located near a road or railway.
* The receiving department should also be in proximity to the store good owns
* The store should be centrally situated so as to be easily accessible.
* Similar types of materials should be stored in one place.
* Stores should be situated in safe places.