WAREX
Transforming warehouse operations from 'Just Warehouse' to 'Profit Centre'
Mission statement WAREX – “To revolutionize warehouse operations across India by delivering excellence through CII-IL’s WAREX framework—transforming static facilities into dynamic profit centers. We empower businesses with data-driven insights, sustainability metrics, and continuous innovation to unlock untapped potential and set new standards of performance.”
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WHY CII For WAREX
WAREX
Strategic Advantages
Operational Impact
Sustainability & Scalability
Deliverables
Deliverables
Levels Of WAREX
WAREX
Testimonials
Clients
Confederation of Indian Industry (CII) recently evaluated Alkem’s Panvel and Chennai Warehouse. CII team exhibited a high level of professionalism and dedication throughout their assessment process. They took the time to thoroughly understand our existing warehouse & depot processes by engaging in insightful discussions and meticulous observation of the operational working. Their expertise and industry knowledge were evident from the invaluable recommendations they suggested to streamline a few critical aspects of our operations with regard to the storage and speed of operations.Vijay Shetty
Alkem LaboratoriesSr. Vice President – Supply Chain
We have consistently achieved outstanding outcomes, setting a benchmark for efficiency, organization, and customer satisfaction. It is worth noting that nine of our Warehouses hold the prestigious Titanium WAREX certification from CII. We have successfully improved our Warehouse operations through careful planning, the implementation of advanced technology, and the unwavering commitment of our dedicated Warehouse staff.Anil Gupta
Indus TowersChief Supply Chain Officer
Praveen Sharma
Godrej & Boyce Mfg. Co. Ltd.Sr. General Manager - Logistics & Distribution
HMEL Materials Management Centre (MMC) decided to invite CII for Warehouse Benchmarking (WAREX), to achieve best-in-class practices and to go beyond. This process was an equitable journey with some stringent parameters to evaluate from the perspective of operational efficiency, business efficiency, sustainability and skill assessment. This assessment energized us to go a long way with CII as mentor for skill enhancement along with lots of green initiatives with the concept of ‘Net zero to Net positive Warehouse’ by adopting the Green Energy.Rajib Roy
HMEL MaterialsGeneral Manager – Contracts, Procurement & Warehouse
We are pleased to partner with CII on the WAREX certification, achieving a platinum rating within six months of establishing our Logistics capability Development centre. This milestone reflects our Dc's strong performance across efficiency, safety, cost, compliance, sustainability, and customer service, with order-to-delivery turnaround time improving from 56 to 38 hours. The program has accelerated our journey toward continuous improvement and alignment with industry nest practices.
BALBIR S BHALLA
Nestle India LimitedHead of Physical Logistics
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
FAQ
What is Warehouse Operations Benchmarking (WAREX)?
It’s a structured assessment framework that compares your warehouse’s performance against industry standards and best practices across cost, service, people, sustainability, and safety across the industry and provide feasible solutions for the gaps identified for achieving excellence.
For which warehouse facility WAREX is applicable for?
WAREX is applicable for already operational warehouses and not for new upcoming warehouse operations.
Is this framework only applicable for India or Global operations ?
This WAREX framework is applicable for India as well as warehouse facilities outside India. Organizations originated in India and Multinationals both can go for this framework.
Why should we benchmark our warehouse operations?
Benchmarking provides rapid diagnostics, highlights gaps in warehouse operations and provide improvement recommendations with NO/very minimal investment to reach to next level.
It moves beyond operations to deliver strategic impact and customer value.
How long does a benchmarking assessment take?
A typical WAREX assessment can be completed in 2 months (Subject to response time from customer), delivering actionable insights without disrupting daily operations.
What outcomes can we expect from benchmarking?
- Cost & Service Level Improvement
- Identification of Cost Saving opportunities
- Clear Roadmap for Growth to meet market expectations.
- Knowing your current performance compared to peers & best in class
- Leadership consensus on priorities
- Roadmap for both quick wins and long-term transformation
Who should be involved in the benchmarking process?
Leadership teams, warehouse managers, and frontline supervisors. Involving multiple levels ensures both strategic alignment and practical feasibility of improvement actions.
How is benchmarking different from a traditional audit?
Audits check compliance; benchmarking drives excellence. It’s about measuring against best-in-class practices and building capacity for continuous improvement.
When will the certificate be issued?
Certificates are issued after successful completion of the required learning modules and assessments as per the certification criteria.
Will benchmarking disrupt warehouse operations?
No. The process is designed to be rapid, non-intrusive, and collaborative, ensuring minimal disruption while maximizing insight.
For how long this WAREX certification is Valid ?
The WAREX certification is valid for 2 years.
Our Clients
Our Clients
Our Assessors
Assessors
Dr. Ravi Prakash Mathur is a distinguished global supply chain and operations leader with over 34 years of experience across pharmaceuticals, automotive, manufacturing, and international business. He has led large-scale transformations in supply chain, procurement, logistics, digitalization, and integrated business planning, delivering significant business value and operational excellence. Having held senior leadership roles at Dr. Reddy's Laboratories and Apollo Tyres, he is widely recognized as a thought leader, author, speaker, and industry mentor.
Dr. Mathur is the author of Strategic Value Chains – Unlocking Business Success in a Digital World. He has also co-authored a teaching case published by Harvard Business Publishing Education, contributing to the advancement of supply chain management as an academic discipline. He has been recognized among India's leading digital supply chain thought leaders and is a frequent speaker at leading industry forums.
As a CII Institute of Logistics (CII-IL) Assessor, he brings strategic vision, deep domain expertise, and a strong commitment to advancing operational excellence and globally benchmarked business practices.Dr. Ravi Prakash Mathur
Udayraj Prabhu is a seasoned business leader and Founder CEO of UP Consulting, with over 28 years of global experience across supply chain, procurement, digital transformation, sustainability, and CSR. He has held CXO roles at Marico, Terviva, Sodexo, and Godrej Agrovet, consistently delivering significant business impact through cost optimisation, operational excellence, AI-enabled transformation, and resilient supply chains. His leadership has generated multimillion-dollar savings, advanced sustainability initiatives, and improved livelihoods for farming communities. An IIM Kolkata MBA, Udayraj combines strategic vision with execution excellence and actively mentor’s entrepreneurs while serving on industry boards to drive innovation and responsible business growth.Udayraj Prabhu
Mr. Shammi Dua is an engineer with post-graduation in SCM from IIM-Mumbai (NITIE).He is a dynamic Supply Chain operations specialist with 26 years of international, corporate consulting & diverse industry experience. He has a rich hands-on-experience in Automotive, Perishables, FMCG, and Coatings businesses.
He has worked with HUL, Mahindra, Cadbury, Samsung, AkzoNobel, GSK and AT Kearney. He has an extensive experience in sales operations, customer service, distribution and logistics, supply chain planning, sourcing, and third-party manufacturing.Shammi Dua
Satish Katti is a senior Electrical Engineering, Quality, and Logistics Management professional with thirty-eight years of leadership across major industrial organizations. With qualifications in Engineering and Business Management, and certifications in Lean Six Sigma, QMS/EMS auditing, and Project Management, he is known for driving supplier development and operational excellence. He has held key roles at Schneider Electric, TATA Visteon, GE India Industrial, MK Electric, Kirloskar Electric, and Crompton Greaves, leading impactful quality and supply chain transformations. His experience spans Design and Development, Sourcing, Plant Maintenance, NPD, Quality, and Change Management. He has also successfully completed Schneider Electric leadership program at INSEAD Singapore. Now retired, he mentors organizations to strengthen quality, safety, and sustainable operational performance. He brings a unique blend of technical expertise, strategic thinking, and a deep commitment to continuous improvement to support organizations in reaching new levels of performance.Satish Katti
Sanjay Sapru is an accomplished Operational Business Leader with 3 decades of experience in P&L Management, Supply Chain Management, S&OP and Integrated Business Planning, Manufacturing Excellence, Digital Transformation and Project Management. He has led Global Supply Chain Benchmarking initiatives for SABMiller in APAC region and comes with solid Leadership Operational and Manufacturing stints with P&G, KCLL and ITC. In his last stint with PRAJ as an Executive Vice President he was the business Head for PRAJ’s Brewery and Beverage Business. He is one of the few leaders to have both front end and back-end experience. He has an Engineering Degree from BITS Pilani and has also completed his Senior Management Program from IIM Kolkata. He has also completed a certification course in “Leadership in AI” from ISB Hyderabad. As a CII-IL Assessor he brings in a deep domain and business knowledge with a strong commitment to strengthen and derisk the Supply Chain Eco-system.Sanjay Sapru
Sriram Balasubramanian is a Supply Chain Management leader with over 25 years of global experience in the areas of S&OP, Demand/Supply Planning, Logistics leading Operational excellence initiatives across India, Europe, South Asia & USA.
He has a stellar career record applying his expertise in multiple industries like Pharmaceuticals, Paints, Consumer Goods, and Chemicals. He has enriched his profile and emerged as an industry thought leader, having worked with esteemed organizations like PwC, SAP, GSK, BASF, Apple and Siemens, in management roles.
He has been a part of the CII Elite SCM Community since inception and has worked closely on multiple CII initiatives and with its academic partners on key White papers. As a CII-IL Assessor, he brings his multi-faced domain expertise and versatile personality that has helped him successfully implement complex projects in challenging environments.Sriram Balasubramanian
Sunil Bharadwaj is a distinguished Supply Chain and Operations leader with extensive experience across procurement, logistics, manufacturing, and business transformation. Over the course of his accomplished career, he has held senior leadership positions with globally renowned organizations including Larsen & Toubro (L&T) and Pidilite Industries, where he has successfully driven operational excellence, strategic sourcing, process optimization, and organizational capability development. Recognized for his ability to translate strategy into sustainable business outcomes, he has consistently led transformative initiatives across diverse industrial environments. As a CII-IL Assessor, he brings deep industry insight, strategic perspective, and rich operational expertise to help organizations strengthen supply chain resilience, institutionalize best practices, and achieve world-class operational excellence.Sunil Bharadwaj
