WMS for Ecommerce

Efficient omnichannel logistics

An ecommerce warehouse must streamline all logistical processes to meet consumer expectations. Mecalux has developed a WMS that optimises the logistics of online shops, whatever their size, number of daily orders or storage capacity.

Challenges for smart ecommerce warehouse management

Large numbers of SKUs	Omnichannel shopping
Unstocked warehouse SKUs	Fast deliveries
High order volumes	Multiple delivery modes
Low-unit orders	Seasonal sales

What ecommerce advantages does the WMS provide?
Efficient picking. Simplifies workflows	More speed. Improves order picking times	Error elimination. Prevents errors during order fulfilment	High profitability. Guarantees a fast ROI	Flexibility and scalability Grows with your business and adapts to in-house changes

How does a WMS for Ecommerce work?

• Reception. Operators identify products as they arrive at the warehouse. The system sorts and bundles them into groups from the list of open customer orders:
  - Single-unit orders.
  - Multi-unit orders.
  - Items to store.
• Storage. Items that must be stored are assigned a location in the racks.
• Picking. The system manages order fulfilment as per the assigned group.
  Single-unit orders (cross-docking): items that comprise single-unit orders are moved directly to the packing and dispatch area.
  Multi-unit orders: products are sent to a just-in-time order prep area. The system triggers the tasks required to complete the order.
• Packaging. The order is packed and the Multi Carrier Shipping module identifies it with a carrier-specific label.
• Dispatch. The system reports that the order is finalised and ready for distribution and delivery. Simultaneously, it provides the customer with an online tracking number.