What does a Warehouse Management System (WMS) do?
Whilst most WMS will have a broad range of related functionality this typically includes tools that help with: Stock picking, Inventory control, Label printing, Returns, Cycle counting, Some WMS systems will go beyond the physical warehouse and extend functionality to Yard management, Transport, Labor (i.e. Timecards) Key Benefits of Warehouse Management Systems WMS can provide numerous benefits including Faster goods movement, Better management information, Reducing errors Reduced levels of data entry Optimization of storage locations, Improved planning WMS can help facilitate automation and are often coupled with other solutions such as RFID and warehouse control systems that manage materials-handling. For the businesses that utilize products incorporating shelf life (of life expiry dates) WMS can help in prioritizing dispatch of appropriate goods, eliminating errors and reducing material scrappage due to life expiry. WMS Solution Providers Though there is a wide variety of Warehouse
