Warehouse Management System (WMS)

Logistics

Definition

A software solution designed to optimize warehouse operations and inventory management.

Detailed Description

A Warehouse Management System (WMS) is a key part of the supply chain and primarily aims to control the movement and storage of materials within a warehouse and process associated transactions, including shipping, receiving, putaway, and picking. The systems also direct and optimize stock putaway based on real-time information about the status of bin utilization. WMS can be a standalone application or a part of an Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) system.

Key Features

Inventory tracking
Order management
Order picking and packing
Real-time data and reporting
Receiving and putaway
Shipping and logistics integration
Stock replenishment

Common Modules

Inventory Control

Module for tracking and managing inventory levels, locations, and movements.

Order Fulfillment

Tracks the picking, packing, and shipping of orders.

Receiving Module

Manages goods receipt and ensures inventory is accurately accounted for.

Shipping Module

Handles the processes related to shipping goods to customers.

Popular Implementations

Oracle WMS Cloud

A cloud-based solution offering scalability and adaptability to changing business needs.

SAP EWM Implementation

SAP Extended Warehouse Management (EWM) as an advanced offering to manage complex logistics and improve warehouse efficiency.