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Warehouse Management Solutions: Embedded or Best-of-Breed? by Epicor
Abstract : As distributors face pressure for faster fulfillment and outstanding customer service, many are wondering if a warehouse management system (WMS) would help. As you begin to examine the various WMS offerings, the dilemma of whether a stand-alone WMS, integrated with an ERP solution or if an WMS module that is part of a broader ERP suite, is your best choice. This paper can help you identify and examine vital points of consideration when seeking the best WMS solution that will accomplish your goals and move your company to a more competitive position. Learn if a stand-alone or embedded solution is best for your needs.
Type: White Paper
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ERP and WMS Co-Existence: When System Worlds Collide (6 Pages)
by Joseph J. Strub
Jun 17, 2003 Abstract : You are currently using enterprise resource planning (ERP) software. You want to improve your warehouse management and operations and are considering a warehouse management system (WMS) solution. However, there is significant overlap between ERP software and a WMS regarding inventory-related functionality. Read on to learn about some of the considerations and decisions that need to be made to ensure that the maximum benefits are obtained from each software solution.
Type: Article
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ERP Vendors Intrude on SCE/WMS Safe Haven (4 Pages)
by P.J. Jakovljevic
Apr 27, 2004 Abstract : Within the warehouse management system (WMS) market, which is still the main breadwinning offering for most of the SCE vendors, most products are functionally on par with mere nuances in ease of configuration or industry focus to differentiate the winner. ERP vendors have taken advantage of this unfavorable perception for WMS specialists to in the very least shore up their huge install bases, if not compete for some 'green field' WMS opportunities.
Type: Article
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What You Should Know Before Selecting a WMS (6 Pages)
by Joseph J. Strub
May 29, 2003 Abstract : Before an important game, you create a game plan. Before you start building a house, you have a blueprint. And before you start looking at a warehouse management system (WMS), you must define how you want your warehouse to be organized and function. This article looks at basic warehouse strategies that need to be understood to ensure that the WMS software effectively and efficiently supports the activities of the warehouse, now and in the future. This is not to say that you will not consider the best practices of the new
Type: Article
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Dillen Grows WMS Program by Click Commerce
Abstract : Dillen Products, Inc. is a major supplier of plastic planters and trays to the grower segment of the horticultural market. Dillen needed a better way to manage its increasingly diverse inventory, meet the labeling and distribution demands of its major retailers, and integrate its warehouse management system (WMS) quickly and seamlessly into existing supply chain and financial systems. Dillen implemented Click Commerce’s WMS to offer customers a stable and reliable solution that is easy to install and support, while providing the flexibility and scalability necessary for future growth without the risk of major future investment.
Type: White Paper
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SAP Announces Investment in Catalyst International (3 Pages)
by Steve McVey
Sep 1, 1999 Abstract : ERP giant SAP AG announced on September 1 that it had acquired nearly a 10% stake in warehouse management system (WMS) vendor, Catalyst International Inc.
Type: Article
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Warehouse Management Solutions: Embedded or Best-of-Breed? by Epicor
Abstract : As manufacturers and distributors come under rising pressure for faster fulfillment of product orders and outstanding customer service, they increasingly ask the question, "Would a warehouse management system (WMS) help us better manage and automate our warehouse and fulfillment operations?" Often, they are finding that a WMS would, indeed, provide the benefits they seek. Your company may be coming to the same conclusion.
Type: White Paper
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Warehouse Management Systems by the Numbers (4 Pages)
by René Jones
Sep 22, 2006 Abstract : When it comes to warehouse management systems (WMS), the stats are both shocking and thought-provoking. And although you don't see these stats in the marketing brochures of WMS vendors, you need to think about them before you purchase a WMS.
Type: Article
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SCP and SCE Need to Collaborate for Better Fulfillment Part Two: Vendor and User Recommendations. (5 Pages)
by P.J. Jakovljevic
Nov 14, 2003 Abstract : While the WMS market is expected to continue to grow modestly and faster than the market for many other applications, it appears the WMS add-on solution, customer order fulfillment process management, will experience much higher growth.
Type: Article
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