Warehouse management (WMS) software

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Running a warehouse or distribution center can at times seem like nothing short of a board game. However, with warehouse management software (WMS), you can orchestrate the entire operations with just one application, and it does in fact make everything run smooth and efficient. A WMS is an application software package that integrates into an enterprise resource planning (ERP) software application and a warehouse control software system (WCS) or a material flow controller (MFC) if you are running automation. However, the WCS /MFC can also do double duty if you are running a manual or hybrid / small, yet automated process as well. The WMS sits in the center of all equipment and other software components and dictates all work activities. What are the Benefits of Using a WMS to Manage Your Warehouse or Distribution Operation? Many small business operations may be able to forgo a WMS application for their operations. However, once a business starts to ship out a consistent amount of product each day, the chance for errors increase as well as operational costs. Many warehouse managers believe that a WMS system is for large, automated warehouses only. While most large facilities do use a WMS solution, many smaller manual operations can also benefit from a WMS as well. This starts becoming increasingly apparent with larger manual operations, facilities with a hybrid approach, and of course the smaller automated operations as well. Accurate inventory is key when running a business. A WMS system checks on products that enter the warehouse and tracks each movement until it exits.