In recent years, logistics has become one of the most important areas of a company.
In the digital era, immediacy no longer applies only to communication with the customer, but also to the time in which the customer receives the products or services purchased. For these circumstances to occur, warehouse management must be as efficient as possible.
This is where warehouse management systems come into play. warehouse management systems come into play..
A warehouse management system is a specific and increasingly advanced software, which in addition to automating the different phases and movements, allows linking with the ERP or other infrastructures of your company, as well as with e-commerce platforms.
The following are some of the market-leading warehouse software that you will be able to learn about at the 1st edition of the logistics event at Digital 1to1.
What should warehouse management systems include to be efficient?
Warehouse management systems are, nowadays, an essential tool to be competitive and to keep up with the competition.
The rise of ecommerce has highlighted the need to improve this aspect and hence the vast majority of companies have already implemented one. However, technological advances continue to evolve and you need to ensure that the warehouse software you work with is up to date and includes the latest developments.
One aspect to bear in mind is that there are a multitude of packages that adapt to the specific needs of each client and each type of company. Thus, we can distinguish between those that operate in the cloud, such as a SaaS technology solution, and the on-premise on-premise in which the software and hardware are hosted at the customer's premises.
The advantages of the former are the reduction in implementation times and total costs, while the latter offers the greatest stability and security in transmissions.
But whichever option you opt for, there are some requirements to look for when choosing the right software.
The main ones are as follows:
Tracking locations with RFID technology
Radio frequency identification allows products to be tracked both inside and outside the warehouse. By scanning, they are moved into the inventory in the system and the software is responsible for tracking them to their destination. The advantages are automation and real-time information.
Management optimization
Linking a serial number or SKU allows a comprehensive analysis of the products' storage cycle, the speed of their shipment or the average time spent in stock, through customized reports and statistics.
Inventory integration and order management
Reporting on aggregated data allows you to forecast sales and anticipate demand peaks. Thanks to this information, you can maintain adequate warehouse levels and optimize shipments, thus reducing costs.
Automated notifications
To facilitate communication between all parties involved in the shipment process, it is useful to have electronic notifications that are generated automatically. In this way, the flow of information is continuous and efficient, and allows you to identify potential problems in advance.
Warehouse management companies that can help you
At a time when robots have already begun to form part of the warehouses of companies such as Amazon, warehouse management systems that enable them to remain competitive cannot be overlooked.
Below, you can find some of the leading warehouse software vendors that will be attending the Logistics event at Digital 1to1.
Mecalux
Mecalux not only offers updated solutions for storage, but also has a multitude of products aimed at better organization, such as metal racking and internal transport systems.
They operate in more than 70 countries and manufacture customized technologies for their customers, including Porcelanosa, Nestlé and Renfe.
Peoplevox
Peoplevox is a SaaS warehouse management system oriented to e-Commerce for retailers, brands and SMEs. It offers good integration with the company's infrastructure, and stands out for verifying that products are in stock before confirming orders.
Some of its clients include Obey, Good Pair Days, Brandfield and Protein World.
Hardis-Group
Hardis-Group is based on the Reflex Logistics Solutions platform, which is adaptable to multiple sectors and companies. Its technology is customizable and flexible, and in addition to reducing costs and lead times, it favors interactions between parties.
Some examples of their customers are Bol.com, Bikeshop or La Redoute among others.
