for teams starting at 1 user
- Prioritize goods receipt, inventory or picking
- Web-based on PC, tablet and mobile devices
- Standard processes for a fast go-live
WMS definition and system class
Warehouse processes digitized in one place
With COGLAS WEB WMS you manage stock, locations and processes in a single web-based system. Native SAP, ERP and shop integrations mean fully digital operations — no media breaks.
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Trusted in the warehouse
In brief
A warehouse management system (WMS) digitally controls stock levels, storage locations and all central warehouse movements: from goods receipt through picking to shipping. COGLAS WEB WMS is a web-based warehouse management system for companies that want to run their warehouse processes more efficiently, more transparently and with fewer errors. Through integrations with ERP, SAP, shop, carrier, hardware and warehouse technology systems, the solution is a good fit for small and growing logistics operations.
Pricing transparency
Start lean, scale as your requirements grow
With COGLAS WEB WMS you start with the process scope your warehouse needs today. You only pay for the modules and integrations you actually use, and can extend users, modules or connections at any time.
for multiple processes, sites or tenants
- Add pick, pack, shipping and carrier integrations
- Connect ERP, SAP, shop or hardware
- Extend modules by bottleneck and team size
for complex warehouse and IT structures
- Multi-site, roles, permissions and specific process logic
- Assess material flow, forklift control or plant integration
- Firmly agree operating model, support and integrations
from €490 / month
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Comparison
ERP, merchandise management, Excel or warehouse management system?
| Criterion | Excel / lists | ERP / merchandise management | COGLAS WEB WMS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stock control | Manual, error-prone, rarely real-time | Item and order stock, mostly without storage location logic | Real-time stock levels at storage location level, incl. batches, best-before dates and blocked stock |
| Process guidance | No guided processes, heavily experience-based | Basic processes, often without mobile warehouse guidance | Guided processes for goods receipt, picking, transports and shipping |
| Mobile use | Lists, printouts or manual solutions | Depends on the ERP system and its extensions | Web-based on PC, tablet and mobile devices |
| Integrations | Manual imports and exports | Central system role for master data and orders | Integration with ERP/SAP, shops, carriers, scanners, printers, scales and warehouse technology |
| Implementation | Quick to start, but not scalable | Part of complex ERP projects | Fast to implement, go-live often possible within days |
| Good fit | Very small warehouses without process requirements | Companies with simple warehouse structures | Warehouses with search times, error rates, shipping pressure or integration needs |
Topic hub
The core WMS areas at a glance
The overview links directly to the pages that explain each process, benefit and integration in detail.
- 01
Goods receipt
Run purchase orders, delivery notes, dispatch advices, quality checklists and follow-up processes digitally.
- 02
Warehouse management
Centrally control warehouse structure, storage locations, stock levels, batches, best-before dates, blocked stock and master data.
- 03
Picking
Guide staff to the right item on mobile devices, reduce picking errors and optimize walking routes.
- 04
Shipping and outbound handling
Bring together the packing process, shipping documents, label printing, carrier integration and shipping status.
- 05
Material flow and forklift control system
Better control of internal transports, driving orders, replenishment and equipment coordination.
- 06
Integrations
Integrate SAP/ERP, web API, CSV/XML/JSON, shops, carriers, printers, scanners, scales and warehouse technology.
Key criteria
What a warehouse management system needs to deliver beyond Excel or ERP
Operational guidance, not just stock
A WMS has to guide staff through goods receipt, put-away, pick, pack and shipping: it is not enough to store items and quantities.
Real-time stock levels
Stock levels, storage locations, batches, best-before dates and blocked stock have to be current immediately after every movement.
Mobile scan processes
Scanners, tablets and browser-capable devices reduce manual input and secure every step.
Integration capability
ERP, SAP, shops, carriers, printers, scales and warehouse technology need to connect without media breaks.
Fast starting scope
The first go-live works with standard processes; special cases are added afterwards as needed.
Honest fit
Not every warehouse needs a WMS right away. What counts is whether process guidance, transparency and integration deliver real value.
Benefits
What a warehouse management system needs to deliver in operations
Get the terminology straight
WMS, warehouse management system and warehouse management software usually refer to the same system class in a project: operational warehouse control instead of pure item administration.
Close the ERP gap
ERP and merchandise management own orders and master data. The warehouse management system adds storage locations, movements, scans, picking sequences and shipping status.
Model the warehouse structure digitally
Halls, zones, racks, locations, blocks, batches, best-before dates and serial numbers are managed the way the warehouse actually works.
Make movements traceable
Every put-away, transfer, pick and shipping movement produces up-to-date stock levels and a traceable process status.
Guide staff
The system defines which order, storage location, quantity and next step is relevant next.
Make the warehouse layout easy to read
Warehouse zones, locations and process status are represented so that teams can quickly see where goods sit and what to do next.
Clarify the system boundary
This page helps decide whether a real WMS is actually needed or whether ERP, merchandise management or Excel still cover the current warehouse pressure.
Integrations
Integrations with SAP, ERP, shops, carriers, hardware and warehouse technology
COGLAS connects SAP/ERP, shops, carriers, scanners and hardware bi-directionally — from order to status feedback.
Check the fit
Is COGLAS a fit for your warehouse?
The key question isn't whether a WMS can do a lot, but whether it matches your bottleneck, starting scope and system landscape.
Good fit
COGLAS is a good choice when
- warehouse processes should be digitally guided instead of only documented.
- a fast, right-sized start matters more than years of custom development.
- SAP/ERP, shop, carrier, hardware or warehouse technology systems need to be connected.
- small teams start out but want to grow over time.
- stock accuracy, search times, picking errors or shipping processes should improve in measurable ways.
Less of a fit
COGLAS is less suitable when
- only a simple item list without operational warehouse processes is needed.
- no integrations, no mobile processes and no process guidance are required.
- a purely local, one-off project without a standard-process foundation is preferred.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions
What is a warehouse management system?
A warehouse management system (WMS) digitally controls operational warehouse processes. This includes stock control, storage locations, goods receipt, picking, internal transports, shipping and integrations with other systems. Für Lagerleitung, IT und Operations ist das relevant, wenn das Thema operative Lagerprozesse, Systeme und Verantwortlichkeiten im Tagesgeschäft beeinflusst.
What does LVS mean?
LVS stands for Lagerverwaltungssystem, the German term for warehouse management system. It describes software that operationally manages stock levels, storage locations, movements and warehouse processes. WMS is the international short form and is often used as a synonym in German-speaking markets.
What is the difference between ERP and a warehouse management system?
An ERP manages company-wide data and orders. A warehouse management system goes deeper into operational warehouse logic: storage location, scan, pick, pack, replenishment, batch, best-before date, transport and shipping. Für Lagerleitung, IT und Operations ist das relevant, wenn das Thema operative Lagerprozesse, Systeme und Verantwortlichkeiten im Tagesgeschäft beeinflusst.
What is warehouse management software?
Warehouse management software is another name for a WMS. It controls stock levels, storage locations, movements, staff and warehouse processes digitally. COGLAS WEB WMS bundles this scope into a web-based solution for SMB and mid-market logistics operations. Für Lagerleitung, IT und Operations ist das relevant, wenn das Thema operative Lagerprozesse, Systeme und Verantwortlichkeiten im Tagesgeschäft beeinflusst.
Which processes does COGLAS WEB WMS cover?
COGLAS WEB WMS supports goods receipt, warehouse management, picking, outbound handling, shipping, internal transports, forklift control system, material flow control, integrations and administrative functions such as roles, permissions, KPIs and billing. Für Lagerleitung, IT und Operations ist das relevant, wenn das Thema operative Lagerprozesse, Systeme und Verantwortlichkeiten im Tagesgeschäft beeinflusst.
What does a warehouse management system cost?
Costs depend on the number of users, process scope, integrations and volume profile. COGLAS WEB WMS starts at €490/month, making it economically attractive for smaller teams too. A concrete estimate comes from the WMS quick check. Für Lagerleitung, IT und Operations ist das relevant, wenn das Thema operative Lagerprozesse, Systeme und Verantwortlichkeiten im Tagesgeschäft beeinflusst.
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Next step
See live whether COGLAS fits your warehouse
The demo focuses on your processes, systems and a sensible starting scope: which steps slow you down, which integrations matter, how quickly a lean start is realistic.