Aisha Khan

Use a 10-second retrieval rule, indexed zones, and custom shadow foam to cut search time, boost drawer utilization, and recover billable hours.

Learn how stopwatch-tested drawer dividers, power integration, and mobility mods cut tool retrieval time and add 8.2 minutes per shift per tech.

Size drawers for speed, not volume. Get depth targets by tool type and a simple timing audit to cut retrieval time and finish more jobs per shift.

See why layout and access speed beat capacity: Kobalt’s 36" setup cuts retrieval time and integrates charging, while Husky’s 42" suits hand-tool-heavy shops.

Use frequency-based zones, 5S, and stopwatch data to reach 10-second tool access, cut 18-22 seconds per cycle, and turn storage into measurable ROI.