DHL launches ‘Gurukul’ at Mumbai

DHL has inaugurated an operations simulation centre, ‘Gurukul’ at Kiravali in North Mumbai. An initiative of DHL Supply Chain, the centre is aimed at developing the skills of blue collar workers by imparting training on aspects of warehouse operations, and would include critical subjects of Safety, Health and Environment at their warehouses.

With the General Sales Tax (GST) to be introduced in India, the 3PL market is poised to re-invent itself.It will require well trained, professional and skilled employees who will be in a position to fulfill the demand for higher levels of operational and quality compliance.

Designed in-house by a team of DHL supply chain experts from the Asia Pacific region, this training will not only be a part of the employee induction programme at the grassroot level but also assist in developing its existing workforce to promote their talent for further growth within the organisation. The training module has been adapted to suit local requirements and will also be delivered in Hindi.

An interesting combination of classroom coaching and practical assessment will form a part of the curriculum. Employees will be trained on various aspects of warehouse operations including order picking, inventory management, housekeeping, hazard awareness and security.

Once established, DHL plans to set up similar training centres in other parts of the country, to eventually cover all employees in India.