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WMS

Warehouse Management System (WMS)

The system is designed for general warehouse management, including receiving, storing, and distributing goods. It consists of three main modules: Receiving, Storage, and Delivery.

Is it necessary for a warehouse to use a WMS (Warehouse Management System) ?

Not every warehouse needs to use a WMS (Warehouse Management System), but it is certain that any warehouse implementing a WMS will undoubtedly benefit from using the software.

  • Reduces issues with excess inventory
  • Controls various operational processes
  • Manages daily operations
  • Oversees inventory control and data analysis
  • Handles accounting and financial tasks (for 3PL)
  • Reduces the time required for space allocation
  • Enhances efficiency, speed, and reduces errors
  • Ensures accuracy in warehouse management
  • Maximizes the use of available space

Core Functions of WMS

Receiving Process

The receiving process for goods or raw materials into the warehouse involves:

  • Entering Product Data: Inputting or retrieving product information from the system for the items to be received.
  • Printing Barcodes: Generating barcodes for the items that are being received.
  • Verifying and Labeling: Checking the quantity of the received items and applying the barcodes to the products.
  • Recording Information: Updating the warehouse management system with the product details to prepare for storage.

Storage Process

The storage process for goods or raw materials, following the receiving, inspection, and labeling stages, involves:

  • Preparing Storage Space: Setting up the storage area and labeling it with barcodes to designate specific storage locations.
  • Selecting Storage Locations: Choosing the appropriate location for the items to be stored, and recording this information in the warehouse management system (WMS). This is typically done using mobile computing devices, with product details and storage locations being logged in the system for future use in the distribution process.

Delivery Process

The picking process for preparing items for shipment involves:

  • System Notification: The system alerts the user to prepare the items according to the list provided.
  • Item Picking: The user picks the items as directed by the system, confirming the storage location and item barcodes.
  • Confirmation and Stock Adjustment: The user confirms the picking of items in the system, which then automatically updates the inventory levels.

Delivery Process

The picking process for preparing items for shipment involves:

  • System Notification: The system alerts the user to prepare the items according to the list provided.
  • Item Picking: The user picks the items as directed by the system, confirming the storage location and item barcodes.
  • Confirmation and Stock Adjustment: The user confirms the picking of items in the system, which then automatically updates the inventory levels.

Equipment Required for Integration with
Warehouse Management Systems

CLIENT

For utilizing a Warehouse Management System (WMS), the equipment can be categorized as follows:

  • Computers: Full-featured workstations for comprehensive access to and management of the WMS.
  • Mobile Computers: Devices used for specific tasks within the WMS, such as receiving, counting, confirming storage locations, verifying storage, or shipment.
  • Barcode Scanners: Tools for verifying and entering data into the system, which requires a computer to upload the scanned information into the WMS.
  • Barcode Printers: Printers for generating barcodes or product information labels to identify the product’s ID.

NETWORK

To connect all devices for transmitting data to the server and receiving processed information back, data transmission equipment comes in two types: wired and wireless.

  1. Cable: Typically involves LAN (Local Area Network) connections for wired data transmission.
  2. Wireless: Usually utilizes Wi-Fi for wireless connections within the same facility and cellular signals are used for connectivity when devices are located in different areas or outside the immediate network range.

SERVER

For installing a Warehouse Management System (WMS), the specifications of the equipment, including speed and storage capacity, depend on the volume of data that needs to be managed within the system.