DISTRIBUTION CENTERS
OVERVIEW
Nike's Global Places and Services (GPS) Standards enable our teams to plan, build, and service Nike's Distribution Centers. The Standards advance the future of the GPS ecosystem and drive efficiency across GPS' 6 Key Capabilities: Location, Environment, Events, Mobility, Sport, and Nutrition.
This website should be used globally by internal teams, strategic partners, and consultants. Places Standards are required for all new projects and should be utilized whenever work is done at existing sites. Service Standards should be implemented when the service capability is present in the location. Specific elements may be noted as "Guideline", which means GPS teams should decide whether it's suitable for the situation.
SITE NAVIGATION
The Distribution Center Standards are organized into two sections. Click the boxes below to explore or use the navigation menu on the left.
PLACES
GPS Places Standards support design, construction, and buildings through this framework:
Overview, principles, and approach for physical environments
Site selection considerations to maximize strategic effectiveness
Building zones, security layers, and the necessary connections between spaces
Space type definitions and ratios for architectural programming
Details and required specifications for each standard space
SERVICES
GPS Service Standards support Nike business goals through the delivery and operations of these capabilities:
Event types and standards that activate culture
Standards for the movement to-and-from and within a site
Standards for food service
Standards for movement, mindset, recovery, and recreation
DISTRIBUTION CENTER OVERVIEW
Nike's Distribution Centers play a pivotal role in efficiently managing the flow of Nike products from manufacturing facilities to retail stores and e-commerce channels worldwide.
GPS provides expertise for Places and Services so Nike's Supply Chain teams can focus on their primary objective: the logistics of moving products. GPS Standards do not include the layout of logistic systems or Material Handling Equipment (MHE).
Learn more about Distribution Centers, Nike Logistics System (NLS), and the Shopfloor:
How to Apply
the Standards
3PL = Third-Party Logistics (External company contracted by Nike for logistics operations management)
The Distribution Center Standards have been developed for all global DC and RSC locations. The requirements provided on this website should be followed. However, variances should be made as outlined below.
New Title
Nike Operated
3PL Operated
Nike / 3PL
Mid - Long Term (3-10 years +)
Short Term (< 3 years)
Location
Location/site selection standards to be followed for all new sites
GPS
Standards
do not apply
Nutrition, Events, Sport, and Mobility
Standards should be followed for all sites where possible
Exceptions may exist related to:
- Size of investment e.g. is the recommendation worthwhile? Is the headcount sufficient?
- DC location e.g. does the recommendation work in this location/context?
- Supply Chain priorities/functioning e.g. does the recommendation impact efficiency or effectiveness for Supply Chain operations?
GPS
Standards
do not apply
Environments
Sustainability
LEED Platinum (new build) / LEED Gold (existing)
GPS
Standards
do not apply
Security Standards
Nike Security
Standards required
Follow Nike Security Standards for entry, lobby and shared spaces, 3PL security on shopfloor
GPS
Standards
do not apply
Technology Standards
Nike Tech
Standards Required
GPS
Standards
do not apply
Wayfinding
Accessibility & Inclusion
Space Types
Shared Spaces
Exterior Spaces
GPS Standards
Required
GPS
Standards
do not apply