One of the biggest areas of any company is usually the warehouse. This is where products and finished goods are received, stored, picked, shipped, and much more. However just like many businesses, warehouses come in different sizes. This detail is an important one to consider before selecting a WMS. Just like many of the products in the storage area, software needs to be sized correctly to make sure it is the right fit for the business.
Scalability
Companies that keep hundreds of products in a warehouse with a few loading bays have different WMS needs than massive areas with thousands of products, conveyor systems, and thousands of employees. In short, different sized businesses have different WMS needs. A system that is scalable offers a custom fit that will provide the right mix of picking, packing, and inventory control to serve as an asset to a company. WMS is not a one-size-fits-all industry and needs to be as unique as the business it serves.
Saving Money
Not only can a company reduce equipment costs by choosing a scalable warehouse management system, but the overall training and installation of the software gets a boost as well. Not having to pay for equipment that is not needed is a pretty obvious benefit, but limiting the amount of information needed to optimize the system is often overlooked. When a WMS is properly sized, the entire company gains an important benefit. Plus, the system can grow with the company and not the other way around.
In the end, finding the right warehouse management software limits potential operating and installation headaches. Products like Körber K.Motion Warehouse Edge provide a great mix of scalability and growth, which often makes it a perfect fit for small and large facilities. To find out more about how Körber K.Motion Warehouse Edge can put your company of the path to WMS efficiency, please contact us.
