A WMS software allows you to receive, process, and put away items efficiently according to the warehouse flow and business rules. Integration of the WMS system with RFID, billing and inventory software, and other tools allows it to automatically receive, validate, and reconcile items against online purchase orders. In addition, the warehouse management software helps in the following ways:
- Scans the barcode or RFID tags affixed to each item or material to enable easier storage and retrieval
- Flags items that require inspection by QA experts
- Automates the generation of identification labels for goods, pallets, etc.,
- Suggests storage recommendations based on the size, expiry date, demand forecasts, and fragility of each product
- Facilitates cross-docking by alerting warehouse workers when goods have to be transported from the receiving zone directly to a shipping zone
- Resolves issues through status reporting of incoming receipts to warehousing and merchandising staff