Coop in Norway, with a turnover of over 4 billion euro's and a market share of 24%, is the second largest food retailer of this northern European country.
Warehouse Management Software, WMS, Warehousing Software, Warehouse Systems
A critical element within the wider supply chain, a warehouse management system (WMS) helps to manage the storage and distribution of goods within a warehouse or distribution centre (DC). The software stores and provides information on goods transactions such as receiving, putaway and picking and shipping, often based on real-time information related to bin utilisation. A WMS system also often incorporates the use of Auto Identification & Data Capture (AIDC) devices or systems – including barcode scanners, mobile computers, wireless LANs or Radio-frequency identification (RFID) – to help to optimise the efficient stocking and distribution of goods.
Witron wins contract to build comprehensive food-distribution centre for Coop in Norway
Jan 20, 2011
Intermec to acquire Vocollect
Jan 18, 2011
Intermec has announced that the company has entered into a definitive agreement under which Intermec will acquire Vocollect,provider of voice-centric solutions for mobile workers worldwide.
Making the right investment in improved warehouse visibility
Jan 12, 2011
Manufacturing & Logistics IT spoke with Mike Smith, business development director of Clydebuilt Solutions, about how better warehouse control can reduce the level of required working capital.
RedPrairie enhances store distribution for retailers with new Warehouse Management release
Jan 12, 2011
RedPrairie Corporation has announced a number of enhancements to its Warehouse Management solution today that will provide retailers with a wider range of functionality for distributing incoming inventory to stores.
Gideon Hillman consulting provide a tailored solution
Jan 12, 2011
The Weird Fish clothing brand was born in 1993 and has grown its core business of wholesaling their unique and quirky range to 400+ independent retail outlets, with a significant increased growth rate in the last 2 years.
Vanderlande implements Zone Picking System in Fabory's new warehouse in Brno, Czech Republic
Jan 07, 2011
Vanderlande has been selected to implement a Zone Picking System for Fabory in Brno.
Argo International Forwarders selects RedPrairie Warehouse Management
Jan 03, 2011
RedPrairie Corporation has announced that Argo International Forwarders has selected RedPrairie's Warehouse Management solution to replace the company's manual stock card and spreadsheet system.
Edwin C Farrall Transport delivers the goods with the aid of Clydebuilt Solutions
Dec 21, 2010
Edwin C Farrall Transport Ltd is a family owned and operated storage and distribution company located in the Northwest, with sites in both Chester and Deeside.
Tommy Hilfiger improves productivity with new Vanderlande order consolidation system
Dec 14, 2010
The Tommy Hilfiger Group, founded in New York, USA in 1985, is one of the world's leading apparel and retail companies.
UTi adopts RedPrairie Warehouse Management in Spain
Dec 09, 2010
RedPrairie Corporation has announced that its warehouse management solution (WMS) is supporting the global logistics company UTi at its Guadalajara site in Spain.
Warehouse Management System (WMS)
A warehouse is a commercial building used for the storage of goods and are usually cited in industrial areas. Warehouses are used by manufacturers, logistics companies, distributors, transport, freight forwarders, importers, exporters, wholesalers, etc. Warehouses usually have loading bays and docks and serve as a distribution centre for the loading and unloading of goods from trucks. Sometimes warehouses are designed for storage and despatch of goods directly from railways, airports or seaports.
A warehouse management system, or WMS, is a key part of the supply chain and primarily aims to control the movement and storage of materials within a warehouse and then organise and process all of the associated transactions such as shipping, receiving, put-away and picking. The systems also direct and optimise stock put-away based on real-time information about the status of bin utilisation. A WMS can be used by manufacturers in their own warehousing facilities or a logistics company (3Pl /4Pl) operating contracts for a number of clients and retailers.
Warehouses are an integral link in the modern supply chain, ensuring that the correct product is stored efficiently ,delivered in the right quantity, in good condition, at the required time, and at minimal cost. It performs an integral role in managing goods movement and information exchange between manufacturers, distributors and retailers.
A good Warehouse Management System (WMS) manages all types of warehouse operations efficiently and effectively. It also enhances inventory management by increasing accuracy, improving order fulfilment and reducing order cycle time. Receiving and shipping are streamlined as well to facilitate cross-docking and expedite back-ordered products.
A WMS can automate picking, packing and shipping and it will minimise the number of moves per order. The WMS can improve the accuracy of every order, reduce safety stock, manage tasks and improve processes. An efficient WMS can consolidate orders to reduce transportation and shipping costs. Data is collected within the warehouse environment by data-capture technology such as barcode scanners, mobile computers, wireless LANs and Radio-frequency identification (RFID). This information is then fed into a central WMS database to provide a real-time update on the overall inventory and specific SKU levels in the warehouse (stock keeping units). This information is then used to replenish the stock levels to ensure that there is sufficient flow of products. Once data has been collected, there is either a batch synchronization with, or a real-time wireless transmission to a central database. The database can then provide useful reports about the status of goods in the warehouse.
Bonded warehouses are specifically used as a secure holding or storage facility before duty is paid. Upon entry of goods into the warehouse, the importer and warehouse owner incur liability under a bond. Goods can be stored and held in a secure environment for a number of years before either being shipped on or released for distribution when the duty must then be paid.
