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Goods Receiving & Inventory Control

Professional Goods Receiving
& Inventory Management

Every pallet, carton and crate that enters our network is inspected, scanned, allocated and accounted for — with shelf-level visibility for the client from the moment cargo touches the dock.

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Upon Cargo Arrival

Eight checkpoints before stock is live

A standardised intake protocol applied at every Afrika Cargo Flow warehouse — from Durban port to Lusaka inland depots.

STEP 01
Cargo inspection
Visual + manifest cross-check at the dock door.
STEP 02
Quantity verification
Piece-count reconciled against shipping docs.
STEP 03
Damage assessment
Photographed, logged and reported in real time.
STEP 04
Barcode / QR assignment
Unique scannable label per item, carton or pallet.
STEP 05
Shelf allocation
AI-assisted slotting based on weight and turnover.
STEP 06
Section allocation
Routed to the correct dry, cold or bonded zone.
STEP 07
Inventory logging
Live entry into the digital stock ledger.
STEP 08
Security verification
Seal check, weighbridge and CCTV timestamping.
System auto-generates
  • Receiving notes (digital + signed PDF)
  • Stock reference numbers
  • Digital inventory records
  • Storage location references
Clients can track
  • Where their goods are stored
  • Shelf number
  • Rack position
  • Storage duration
  • Dispatch status
Shelving & Storage Systems

Custom Shelving & Storage Configurations

Different shelving systems are deployed depending on cargo size, weight and operational requirements.

Small Shelving Units
0.6 × 0.4 × 1.8 m · up to 60 kg / shelf
Light duty
Suitable for
  • · Documents
  • · Electronics
  • · Small retail stock
  • · Fragile goods
Features
  • · Lightweight shelving
  • · Box storage
  • · Secure compartments
  • · Barcode labeling
Medium Industrial Shelving
1.2 × 0.6 × 2.2 m · up to 250 kg / shelf
Industrial
Suitable for
  • · Cartons
  • · Retail inventory
  • · Warehouse stock
  • · E-commerce fulfillment
Features
  • · Adjustable racks
  • · Pallet compatible
  • · Organized sectioning
  • · Fast inventory access
Heavy-Duty Pallet Racking
2.7 × 1.1 × 6.0 m · up to 1 500 kg / level
Heavy duty
Suitable for
  • · Bulk goods
  • · Industrial products
  • · Heavy cargo
  • · Construction materials
Features
  • · Forklift accessible
  • · High load capacity
  • · Vertical stacking
  • · Reinforced steel
Cold Storage Shelving
1.8 × 0.6 × 2.2 m · −25 °C → +8 °C
Cold chain
Suitable for
  • · Pharmaceuticals
  • · Fresh produce
  • · Frozen meat
  • · Dairy & beverages
Features
  • · Corrosion resistant
  • · Temperature-safe materials
  • · Hygienic standards
  • · Moisture resistant
Smart Inventory Location System

Every item gets a precise address

A six-level location code is assigned at intake — from the warehouse all the way down to the bin — so dispatch teams locate stock in seconds and clients always know exactly where their cargo lives.

  • Warehouse code
  • Section code
  • Aisle number
  • Rack number
  • Shelf number
  • Bin allocation
  • Prevents stock loss
  • Improves dispatch speed
  • Enhances inventory visibility
  • Reduces theft risk
  • Improves operational efficiency
Live location example
WarehouseJNB-04→SectionB→Rack12→Shelf4→Bin07
R12-S1
R12-S2
R12-S3
R12-S4
R12-S1
R12-S2
R12-S3
R12-S1
R12-S2
R12-S3
R12-S4
Live shelf telemetrySCAN-OK · 12:42
Why Store With Us

A storage partner built for accountability

Every benefit is engineered for enterprises that cannot afford to lose visibility of a single carton.

24/7 security monitoring
Armed response, CCTV grid and access control.
Real-time inventory tracking
Live shelf-level visibility for every client.
Flexible storage durations
Daily, weekly or long-term contracts.
Fast pickup & dispatch
Verified trucking matched in minutes.
Smart warehouse allocation
AI routes cargo to the best-fit facility.
Professional cargo handling
Trained handlers, certified equipment.
Temperature-controlled storage
Validated cold-chain at every step.
Advanced stock accountability
Audit trail on every scan and movement.
Theft prevention systems
Seals, weighbridge and biometric access.
Nationwide logistics support
Hubs across SA & SADC corridors.
Live Warehouse Monitoring

The dashboard your operations team will live in

Real numbers from across the Afrika Cargo Flow network — animated, sortable and connected to live security feeds.

Storage occupancy
LIVE
JNB-04 · Kempton Park78% used · 2,200 m² free
DBN-02 · Pinetown64% used · 3,600 m² free
CPT-01 · Epping51% used · 4,900 m² free
PE-03 · Markman39% used · 6,100 m² free
BFN-01 · Hamilton22% used · 7,800 m² free
Cargo movement+12%
248
Inbound
194
Outbound
42
Pending
Security alertslast 24h
  • All gates clear · JNB-04
  • CCTV grid 100% online
  • After-hours scan · DBN-02 · resolved
Dispatch scheduletoday
  • 06:00 · JNB → CPTloaded
  • 09:30 · DBN → JNBqueued
  • 14:00 · JNB → BFNawaiting collection
A world-class logistics ecosystem

Security. Reliability. Accountability.
Smart Logistics.

Engineered for large enterprises, import/export companies, retail chains, manufacturers, transporters and distributors — and built specifically for African logistics and warehousing infrastructure.

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