{"id":8678,"date":"2026-06-02T15:11:17","date_gmt":"2026-06-02T13:11:17","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.coglas.com\/?p=8678"},"modified":"2026-06-02T17:09:51","modified_gmt":"2026-06-02T15:09:51","slug":"wms-for-manufacturing","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.coglas.com\/en\/news\/wms-for-manufacturing\/","title":{"rendered":"WMS for Manufacturing: Why COGLAS WEB WMS is the right choice for manufacturers"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"fusion-fullwidth fullwidth-box fusion-builder-row-1 fusion-flex-container has-pattern-background has-mask-background nonhundred-percent-fullwidth non-hundred-percent-height-scrolling\" style=\"--awb-border-radius-top-left:0px;--awb-border-radius-top-right:0px;--awb-border-radius-bottom-right:0px;--awb-border-radius-bottom-left:0px;--awb-padding-right-small:0px;--awb-padding-left-small:0px;--awb-flex-wrap:wrap;\" ><div class=\"fusion-builder-row fusion-row fusion-flex-align-items-flex-start fusion-flex-content-wrap\" style=\"max-width:1248px;margin-left: calc(-4% \/ 2 );margin-right: calc(-4% \/ 2 );\"><div class=\"fusion-layout-column fusion_builder_column fusion-builder-column-0 fusion_builder_column_1_1 1_1 fusion-flex-column\" style=\"--awb-bg-size:cover;--awb-width-large:100%;--awb-margin-top-large:0px;--awb-spacing-right-large:1.92%;--awb-margin-bottom-large:20px;--awb-spacing-left-large:1.92%;--awb-width-medium:100%;--awb-order-medium:0;--awb-spacing-right-medium:1.92%;--awb-spacing-left-medium:1.92%;--awb-width-small:100%;--awb-order-small:0;--awb-spacing-right-small:1.92%;--awb-spacing-left-small:1.92%;\" data-scroll-devices=\"small-visibility,medium-visibility,large-visibility\"><div class=\"fusion-column-wrapper fusion-column-has-shadow fusion-flex-justify-content-flex-start fusion-content-layout-column\"><div class=\"fusion-builder-row fusion-builder-row-inner fusion-row fusion-flex-align-items-flex-start fusion-flex-content-wrap\" style=\"--awb-flex-grow:0;--awb-flex-grow-medium:0;--awb-flex-grow-small:0;--awb-flex-shrink:0;--awb-flex-shrink-medium:0;--awb-flex-shrink-small:0;width:104% !important;max-width:104% !important;margin-left: calc(-4% \/ 2 );margin-right: calc(-4% \/ 2 );\"><div class=\"fusion-layout-column fusion_builder_column_inner fusion-builder-nested-column-0 fusion_builder_column_inner_1_1 1_1 fusion-flex-column\" style=\"--awb-padding-top:20px;--awb-padding-right:20px;--awb-padding-left:20px;--awb-padding-top-small:10px;--awb-padding-right-small:10px;--awb-padding-bottom-small:0px;--awb-padding-left-small:10px;--awb-overflow:hidden;--awb-bg-color:#ededed;--awb-bg-color-hover:#ededed;--awb-bg-size:cover;--awb-border-radius:8px 8px 8px 8px;--awb-width-large:100%;--awb-margin-top-large:0px;--awb-spacing-right-large:1.92%;--awb-margin-bottom-large:20px;--awb-spacing-left-large:1.92%;--awb-width-medium:100%;--awb-order-medium:0;--awb-spacing-right-medium:1.92%;--awb-spacing-left-medium:1.92%;--awb-width-small:100%;--awb-order-small:0;--awb-spacing-right-small:1.92%;--awb-spacing-left-small:1.92%;\" data-scroll-devices=\"small-visibility,medium-visibility,large-visibility\"><div class=\"fusion-column-wrapper fusion-column-has-shadow fusion-flex-justify-content-flex-start fusion-content-layout-column\"><div class=\"fusion-text fusion-text-1\"><p><strong>Summary<\/strong>: A modern WMS for manufacturing ensures that materials are available at the right place and time, that stock levels are visible in real time, and that production processes are not held up by missing parts. COGLAS WEB WMS supports manufacturers with standardised processes, high integration capabilities, cloud-based technology and rapid implementation. The result: reduced search times, greater stock accuracy, improved production supply and greater transparency throughout the entire value chain.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"fusion-text fusion-text-2\" style=\"--awb-margin-top:0px;\"><h2>Why a WMS for manufacturing\u00a0is indispensable today<\/h2>\n<p>Manufacturing companies are facing ever-greater challenges. Product variety, shorter lead times, volatile supply chains and rising customer expectations are increasing the pressure on both warehousing and production.<\/p>\n<p>At the same time, many manufacturers still rely on a combination of ERP systems, Excel spreadsheets, paper lists or legacy siloed solutions. These processes often function reliably for years \u2013 until growth, skills shortages or increasing complexity expose their weaknesses.<\/p>\n<p>A modern WMS for production provides the necessary transparency and process reliability. It links warehousing, production and dispatch into a seamless digital process and ensures that materials, information and goods movements can be tracked at all times.<\/p>\n<h3>What is a WMS for manufacturing?<\/h3>\n<p>A Warehouse Management System (WMS) for manufacturing companies controls and monitors all warehouse processes throughout the manufacturing logistics chain.<\/p>\n<p>These include, amongst others:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Goods receipt<\/li>\n<li>Quality control<\/li>\n<li>Putaway<\/li>\n<li>Inventory management<\/li>\n<li>Production supply<\/li>\n<li>Replenishment control<\/li>\n<li>Picking<\/li>\n<li>Dispatch processing<\/li>\n<li>Stocktaking<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Unlike traditional warehouse management systems, a WMS for manufacturers supports not only warehouse processes but also the supply of materials, components and semi-finished goods to production.<\/p>\n<h2>The specific requirements of production logistics<\/h2>\n<p>Manufacturing companies need more than just basic warehouse management.<\/p>\n<p>Typical requirements include:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Materials must be made available to production lines on time.<\/li>\n<li>Production downtime caused by missing parts must be avoided.<\/li>\n<li>Batches and serial numbers must be traceable.<\/li>\n<li>Finished goods must be stored and dispatched efficiently.<\/li>\n<li>Stock levels must be up to date at all times.<\/li>\n<li>ERP, production, warehouse and dispatch must communicate in real time.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>This is precisely where a powerful WMS comes into its own.<\/p>\n<h2>The biggest challenge: linking production, warehousing and dispatch<\/h2>\n<p>Many manufacturers do not have an inventory problem \u2013 they have an information problem.<\/p>\n<p>The ERP system knows the schedule.<\/p>\n<p>Production knows the demand.<\/p>\n<p>The warehouse knows the actual availability.<\/p>\n<p>Dispatch knows the orders to be delivered.<\/p>\n<p>Without end-to-end processes and up-to-date data, the following arise:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Search times<\/li>\n<li>Stock shortages<\/li>\n<li>Manual corrections<\/li>\n<li>Production interruptions<\/li>\n<li>Delayed deliveries<\/li>\n<li>High coordination effort<\/li>\n<li>Lack of transparency<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>A modern WMS therefore acts as an operational control platform and ensures that all departments work from the same data source.<\/p>\n<h2>Why COGLAS WEB WMS is particularly well-suited for manufacturers<\/h2>\n<h3>1. Standardised processes instead of time-consuming custom development<\/h3>\n<p>Many WMS projects become unnecessarily complex due to extensive custom programming.<\/p>\n<p>COGLAS deliberately relies on tried-and-tested standard processes that have proven their worth in numerous warehouse and production environments.<\/p>\n<p>Manufacturers therefore benefit from:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>faster project start-up<\/li>\n<li>lower implementation costs<\/li>\n<li>lower project risk<\/li>\n<li>better updateability<\/li>\n<li>simpler staff training<\/li>\n<li>clear and standardised workflows<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Instead of digitising historical exceptions, processes are optimised for the long term.<\/p>\n<h3>2. Cloud technology for flexible production logistics<\/h3>\n<p>Today, manufacturing companies need to be able to respond flexibly to new customers, products or locations.<\/p>\n<p>COGLAS WEB WMS is fully web-based and scalable.<\/p>\n<p>Benefits for manufacturers:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>browser-based access<\/li>\n<li>low IT overhead<\/li>\n<li>rapid expandability<\/li>\n<li>location-independent use<\/li>\n<li>easy scaling as the business grows<\/li>\n<li>straightforward integration of external warehouses<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Medium-sized companies in particular benefit from a solution that can be implemented quickly and expanded flexibly.<\/p>\n<h3>3. Seamless integration into existing system landscapes<\/h3>\n<p>A WMS only realises its full potential when integrated into existing systems.<\/p>\n<p>COGLAS WEB WMS offers the following for this purpose:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Standard interfaces<\/li>\n<li>JSON-based web API<\/li>\n<li>CSV, XML, JSON and XLSX data exchange<\/li>\n<li>Import and export functions<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Typical integrations include:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>ERP systems such as SAP, Microsoft Dynamics or proALPHA<\/li>\n<li>Production systems<\/li>\n<li>Transport management systems<\/li>\n<li>Shipping service providers<\/li>\n<li>Online shops<\/li>\n<li>Customer portals<\/li>\n<li>External logistics partners<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>This results in end-to-end digital processes without any media breaks.<\/p>\n<h2>Production supply as the key to efficiency<\/h2>\n<p>A reliable production supply often determines a <a title=\"Logistics Glossary | manufacturer\u2019s performance\" href=\"https:\/\/www.bross-consulting.com\/en\/glossary\/material-supply\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">manufacturer\u2019s performance<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>It is not enough simply to have materials in stock.<\/p>\n<p>They must:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>be available on time<\/li>\n<li>be in the right place<\/li>\n<li>be clearly identifiable<\/li>\n<li>be fully documented<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>COGLAS WEB WMS supports every stage of the production supply process:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Goods receipt<\/li>\n<li>Quality inspection<\/li>\n<li>Storage<\/li>\n<li>Replenishment<\/li>\n<li>Material provision<\/li>\n<li>Production picking<\/li>\n<li>Return to stock<\/li>\n<li>Dispatch of finished goods<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>This makes material flows transparent and reduces production interruptions.<\/p>\n<h2>What benefits does a WMS offer for production?<\/h2>\n<p>A modern WMS improves not only warehouse processes, but the entire value chain.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Production: Fewer downtimes due to missing materials<\/li>\n<li>Warehouse: Greater stock accuracy and shorter search times<\/li>\n<li>Purchasing: A better basis for planning<\/li>\n<li>Sales: Improved delivery capability<\/li>\n<li>Dispatch: Faster order processing<\/li>\n<li>Controlling: Greater transparency regarding performance and costs<\/li>\n<li>IT: Fewer siloed solutions<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>As a result, the WMS is evolving from a warehouse tool into a central control system for production logistics.<\/p>\n<h2>Why COGLAS WEB WMS is particularly well suited to small and medium-sized enterprises<\/h2>\n<p>Many small and medium-sized manufacturers are not looking for IT projects that take years to complete.<\/p>\n<p>They need a solution that:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>becomes operational quickly<\/li>\n<li>complements existing systems<\/li>\n<li>grows with the business<\/li>\n<li>standardises processes<\/li>\n<li>creates transparency<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>COGLAS WEB WMS supports companies in particular when they:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>want to replace Excel or paper-based processes<\/li>\n<li>need greater transparency regarding stock levels<\/li>\n<li>want to digitise production supply<\/li>\n<li>need to set up spare parts or e-commerce processes<\/li>\n<li>need to connect external warehouses<\/li>\n<li>are experiencing strong growth<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>Conclusion: The right WMS for manufacturing delivers competitive advantages<\/h2>\n<p>A modern WMS for production is far more than just warehouse management software.<\/p>\n<p>It ensures:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>digital production supply<\/li>\n<li>transparent stock levels<\/li>\n<li>stable material flows<\/li>\n<li>faster dispatch processes<\/li>\n<li>better integration of ERP and production<\/li>\n<li>reduced manual effort<\/li>\n<li>greater process reliability<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>COGLAS WEB WMS combines standardised processes, cloud technology and extensive integration options to create a powerful solution for manufacturers.<\/p>\n<p>Anyone looking to future-proof their production logistics, optimise material flows and respond flexibly to new requirements will find in COGLAS WEB WMS a platform that goes far beyond traditional warehouse management.<\/p>\n<\/div><div class=\"fusion-separator fusion-full-width-sep\" style=\"align-self: center;margin-left: auto;margin-right: auto;margin-top:20px;margin-bottom:20px;width:100%;\"><div class=\"fusion-separator-border sep-single sep-solid\" style=\"--awb-height:20px;--awb-amount:20px;border-color:#e2e2e2;border-top-width:1px;\"><\/div><\/div><div class=\"fusion-text fusion-text-3\"><h2>Free WMS consultation for manufacturers<\/h2>\n<p>Would you like to find out how you can optimise production supply, warehouse management and dispatch processes within your company?<\/p>\n<p>Book a personalised online demo and see for yourself how COGLAS WEB WMS digitises your production logistics, creates transparency and supports growth.<\/p>\n<\/div><div class=\"fusion-separator fusion-full-width-sep\" style=\"align-self: center;margin-left: auto;margin-right: auto;margin-top:20px;margin-bottom:20px;width:100%;\"><div class=\"fusion-separator-border sep-single sep-solid\" style=\"--awb-height:20px;--awb-amount:20px;border-color:#e2e2e2;border-top-width:1px;\"><\/div><\/div><div class=\"fusion-text fusion-text-4\"><h2>FAQ: WMS f\u00fcr Produktion und Hersteller<\/h2>\n<\/div><div class=\"accordian fusion-accordian\" style=\"--awb-border-size:1px;--awb-icon-size:16px;--awb-content-font-size:17px;--awb-content-line-height:1.6em;--awb-icon-alignment:right;--awb-hover-color:#f9f9fb;--awb-border-color:#e2e2e2;--awb-background-color:#ffffff;--awb-divider-color:#e2e2e2;--awb-divider-hover-color:#e2e2e2;--awb-icon-color:#0099d0;--awb-title-color:#33475b;--awb-content-color:#33475b;--awb-icon-box-color:#212934;--awb-toggle-hover-accent-color:#0099d0;--awb-toggle-active-accent-color:#33475b;--awb-title-font-family:&quot;Inter&quot;;--awb-title-font-weight:500;--awb-title-font-style:normal;--awb-title-font-size:18px;--awb-title-line-height:23px;--awb-content-font-family:&quot;Inter&quot;;--awb-content-font-style:normal;--awb-content-font-weight:400;\"><div class=\"panel-group fusion-toggle-icon-right fusion-toggle-icon-unboxed\" id=\"accordion-8678-1\"><div class=\"fusion-panel panel-default panel-b6f22fbf1708c1b35 fusion-toggle-no-divider fusion-toggle-boxed-mode\" style=\"--awb-title-color:#0d2148;--awb-content-color:#0d2148;\"><div class=\"panel-heading\"><h3 class=\"panel-title toggle\" id=\"toggle_b6f22fbf1708c1b35\"><a class=\"active\" aria-expanded=\"true\" aria-controls=\"b6f22fbf1708c1b35\" role=\"button\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" data-parent=\"#accordion-8678-1\" data-target=\"#b6f22fbf1708c1b35\" href=\"#b6f22fbf1708c1b35\"><span class=\"fusion-toggle-icon-wrapper\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><i class=\"fa-fusion-box active-icon fa-angle-up fas\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i><i class=\"fa-fusion-box inactive-icon fa-angle-down fas\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i><\/span><span class=\"fusion-toggle-heading\">What is a WMS for manufacturing?<\/span><\/a><\/h3><\/div><div id=\"b6f22fbf1708c1b35\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse in\" aria-labelledby=\"toggle_b6f22fbf1708c1b35\"><div class=\"panel-body toggle-content fusion-clearfix\">\n<p>A WMS for manufacturing is a software solution designed to control and optimise warehouse and material flows in manufacturing companies. Among other things, it supports goods receipt, putaway, inventory management, production supply, order picking and dispatch. The aim is to ensure that materials and information are transparent and readily available at all times.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"fusion-panel panel-default panel-b4960ca6abba2cfb0 fusion-toggle-no-divider fusion-toggle-boxed-mode\" style=\"--awb-title-color:#0d2148;--awb-content-color:#0d2148;\"><div class=\"panel-heading\"><h3 class=\"panel-title toggle\" id=\"toggle_b4960ca6abba2cfb0\"><a aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"b4960ca6abba2cfb0\" role=\"button\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" data-parent=\"#accordion-8678-1\" data-target=\"#b4960ca6abba2cfb0\" href=\"#b4960ca6abba2cfb0\"><span class=\"fusion-toggle-icon-wrapper\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><i class=\"fa-fusion-box active-icon fa-angle-up fas\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i><i class=\"fa-fusion-box inactive-icon fa-angle-down fas\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i><\/span><span class=\"fusion-toggle-heading\">Why do manufacturers need a warehouse management system?<\/span><\/a><\/h3><\/div><div id=\"b4960ca6abba2cfb0\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse \" aria-labelledby=\"toggle_b4960ca6abba2cfb0\"><div class=\"panel-body toggle-content fusion-clearfix\">\n<p>Manufacturers face the challenge of ensuring materials are available in time for production, whilst efficiently managing stock, finished goods and dispatch processes. A WMS provides transparency, reduces manual processes and helps prevent production stoppages caused by missing materials.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"fusion-panel panel-default panel-bdc0189ba2726cc19 fusion-toggle-no-divider fusion-toggle-boxed-mode\" style=\"--awb-title-color:#0d2148;--awb-content-color:#0d2148;\"><div class=\"panel-heading\"><h3 class=\"panel-title toggle\" id=\"toggle_bdc0189ba2726cc19\"><a aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"bdc0189ba2726cc19\" role=\"button\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" data-parent=\"#accordion-8678-1\" data-target=\"#bdc0189ba2726cc19\" href=\"#bdc0189ba2726cc19\"><span class=\"fusion-toggle-icon-wrapper\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><i class=\"fa-fusion-box active-icon fa-angle-up fas\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i><i class=\"fa-fusion-box inactive-icon fa-angle-down fas\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i><\/span><span class=\"fusion-toggle-heading\">How does a WMS support production supply?<\/span><\/a><\/h3><\/div><div id=\"bdc0189ba2726cc19\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse \" aria-labelledby=\"toggle_bdc0189ba2726cc19\"><div class=\"panel-body toggle-content fusion-clearfix\">\n<p>A WMS supports production supply by digitally managing the movement of materials. It ensures that the required components are available at the right place and at the right time, that replenishment processes are automated, and that stock levels are visible in real time. This helps to reduce production downtime and search times.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"fusion-panel panel-default panel-2bb9ca19e7bd90cbb fusion-toggle-no-divider fusion-toggle-boxed-mode\" style=\"--awb-title-color:#0d2148;--awb-content-color:#0d2148;\"><div class=\"panel-heading\"><h3 class=\"panel-title toggle\" id=\"toggle_2bb9ca19e7bd90cbb\"><a aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"2bb9ca19e7bd90cbb\" role=\"button\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" data-parent=\"#accordion-8678-1\" data-target=\"#2bb9ca19e7bd90cbb\" href=\"#2bb9ca19e7bd90cbb\"><span class=\"fusion-toggle-icon-wrapper\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><i class=\"fa-fusion-box active-icon fa-angle-up fas\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i><i class=\"fa-fusion-box inactive-icon fa-angle-down fas\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i><\/span><span class=\"fusion-toggle-heading\">What benefits does a WMS offer manufacturing companies?<\/span><\/a><\/h3><\/div><div id=\"2bb9ca19e7bd90cbb\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse \" aria-labelledby=\"toggle_2bb9ca19e7bd90cbb\"><div class=\"panel-body toggle-content fusion-clearfix\">\n<p>The key benefits include:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Greater inventory accuracy<\/li>\n<li>Transparent material flows<\/li>\n<li>Reduced search times<\/li>\n<li>Faster warehouse processes<\/li>\n<li>Improved production supply<\/li>\n<li>Traceability of batches and serial numbers<\/li>\n<li>Greater delivery capability<\/li>\n<li>A better data foundation for planning and controlling<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"fusion-panel panel-default panel-4ed2a2dfb7763f926 fusion-toggle-no-divider fusion-toggle-boxed-mode\" style=\"--awb-title-color:#0d2148;--awb-content-color:#0d2148;\"><div class=\"panel-heading\"><h3 class=\"panel-title toggle\" id=\"toggle_4ed2a2dfb7763f926\"><a aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"4ed2a2dfb7763f926\" role=\"button\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" data-parent=\"#accordion-8678-1\" data-target=\"#4ed2a2dfb7763f926\" href=\"#4ed2a2dfb7763f926\"><span class=\"fusion-toggle-icon-wrapper\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><i class=\"fa-fusion-box active-icon fa-angle-up fas\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i><i class=\"fa-fusion-box inactive-icon fa-angle-down fas\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i><\/span><span class=\"fusion-toggle-heading\">Can a WMS be integrated with an ERP system?<\/span><\/a><\/h3><\/div><div id=\"4ed2a2dfb7763f926\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse \" aria-labelledby=\"toggle_4ed2a2dfb7763f926\"><div class=\"panel-body toggle-content fusion-clearfix\">\n<p><strong>Yes<\/strong>. Modern warehouse management systems feature standardised interfaces with ERP systems such as SAP, Microsoft Dynamics, proALPHA and other solutions. This enables stock levels, orders and goods movements to be exchanged automatically between the systems.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"fusion-panel panel-default panel-7c6ffd50cbf5fab0d fusion-toggle-no-divider fusion-toggle-boxed-mode\" style=\"--awb-title-color:#0d2148;--awb-content-color:#0d2148;\"><div class=\"panel-heading\"><h3 class=\"panel-title toggle\" id=\"toggle_7c6ffd50cbf5fab0d\"><a aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"7c6ffd50cbf5fab0d\" role=\"button\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" data-parent=\"#accordion-8678-1\" data-target=\"#7c6ffd50cbf5fab0d\" href=\"#7c6ffd50cbf5fab0d\"><span class=\"fusion-toggle-icon-wrapper\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><i class=\"fa-fusion-box active-icon fa-angle-up fas\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i><i class=\"fa-fusion-box inactive-icon fa-angle-down fas\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i><\/span><span class=\"fusion-toggle-heading\">What role does real-time inventory management play in production?<\/span><\/a><\/h3><\/div><div id=\"7c6ffd50cbf5fab0d\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse \" aria-labelledby=\"toggle_7c6ffd50cbf5fab0d\"><div class=\"panel-body toggle-content fusion-clearfix\">\n<p>Up-to-date stock data is essential for reliable production planning. A WMS records all goods movements in real time and ensures that production, purchasing and the warehouse can access the same stock information at all times.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"fusion-panel panel-default panel-12287efc265f7b1d7 fusion-toggle-no-divider fusion-toggle-boxed-mode\" style=\"--awb-title-color:#0d2148;--awb-content-color:#0d2148;\"><div class=\"panel-heading\"><h3 class=\"panel-title toggle\" id=\"toggle_12287efc265f7b1d7\"><a aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"12287efc265f7b1d7\" role=\"button\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" data-parent=\"#accordion-8678-1\" data-target=\"#12287efc265f7b1d7\" href=\"#12287efc265f7b1d7\"><span class=\"fusion-toggle-icon-wrapper\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><i class=\"fa-fusion-box active-icon fa-angle-up fas\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i><i class=\"fa-fusion-box inactive-icon fa-angle-down fas\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i><\/span><span class=\"fusion-toggle-heading\">Is a WMS also suitable for medium-sized manufacturers?<\/span><\/a><\/h3><\/div><div id=\"12287efc265f7b1d7\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse \" aria-labelledby=\"toggle_12287efc265f7b1d7\"><div class=\"panel-body toggle-content fusion-clearfix\">\n<p><strong>Yes<\/strong>. Medium-sized manufacturing companies in particular benefit from a WMS, as it creates transparency, reduces manual processes and supports growth. Modern cloud-based solutions such as COGLAS WEB WMS also enable rapid implementation without the need for extensive IT projects.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"fusion-panel panel-default panel-4aca0f68e3c1fe9f3 fusion-toggle-no-divider fusion-toggle-boxed-mode\" style=\"--awb-title-color:#0d2148;--awb-content-color:#0d2148;\"><div class=\"panel-heading\"><h3 class=\"panel-title toggle\" id=\"toggle_4aca0f68e3c1fe9f3\"><a aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"4aca0f68e3c1fe9f3\" role=\"button\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" data-parent=\"#accordion-8678-1\" data-target=\"#4aca0f68e3c1fe9f3\" href=\"#4aca0f68e3c1fe9f3\"><span class=\"fusion-toggle-icon-wrapper\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><i class=\"fa-fusion-box active-icon fa-angle-up fas\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i><i class=\"fa-fusion-box inactive-icon fa-angle-down fas\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i><\/span><span class=\"fusion-toggle-heading\">What processes can COGLAS WEB WMS support in manufacturing companies?<\/span><\/a><\/h3><\/div><div id=\"4aca0f68e3c1fe9f3\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse \" aria-labelledby=\"toggle_4aca0f68e3c1fe9f3\"><div class=\"panel-body toggle-content fusion-clearfix\">\n<p>COGLAS WEB WMS supports, amongst other things:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Goods receipt and quality control<\/li>\n<li>Putaway and storage location management<\/li>\n<li>Real-time inventory management<\/li>\n<li>Production supply<\/li>\n<li>Replenishment control<\/li>\n<li>Picking<\/li>\n<li>Packaging and dispatch<\/li>\n<li>Stock-taking<\/li>\n<li>Batch and serial number tracking<\/li>\n<li>Integration with ERP, dispatch and production systems<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"fusion-panel panel-default panel-e486292cf155ef4a5 fusion-toggle-no-divider fusion-toggle-boxed-mode\" style=\"--awb-title-color:#0d2148;--awb-content-color:#0d2148;\"><div class=\"panel-heading\"><h3 class=\"panel-title toggle\" id=\"toggle_e486292cf155ef4a5\"><a aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"e486292cf155ef4a5\" role=\"button\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" data-parent=\"#accordion-8678-1\" data-target=\"#e486292cf155ef4a5\" href=\"#e486292cf155ef4a5\"><span class=\"fusion-toggle-icon-wrapper\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><i class=\"fa-fusion-box active-icon fa-angle-up fas\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i><i class=\"fa-fusion-box inactive-icon fa-angle-down fas\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i><\/span><span class=\"fusion-toggle-heading\">What is the difference between ERP and WMS?<\/span><\/a><\/h3><\/div><div id=\"e486292cf155ef4a5\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse \" aria-labelledby=\"toggle_e486292cf155ef4a5\"><div class=\"panel-body toggle-content fusion-clearfix\">\n<p>An ERP system manages business processes such as purchasing, sales, accounting and production planning. A WMS, on the other hand, controls day-to-day warehouse and logistics processes in detail. The two systems complement each other and together form the basis for efficient production and logistics operations.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"fusion-panel panel-default panel-56d82230472a44139 fusion-toggle-no-divider fusion-toggle-boxed-mode\" style=\"--awb-title-color:#0d2148;--awb-content-color:#0d2148;\"><div class=\"panel-heading\"><h3 class=\"panel-title toggle\" id=\"toggle_56d82230472a44139\"><a aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"56d82230472a44139\" role=\"button\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" data-parent=\"#accordion-8678-1\" data-target=\"#56d82230472a44139\" href=\"#56d82230472a44139\"><span class=\"fusion-toggle-icon-wrapper\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><i class=\"fa-fusion-box active-icon fa-angle-up fas\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i><i class=\"fa-fusion-box inactive-icon fa-angle-down fas\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i><\/span><span class=\"fusion-toggle-heading\">When is it worth implementing a WMS?<\/span><\/a><\/h3><\/div><div id=\"56d82230472a44139\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse \" aria-labelledby=\"toggle_56d82230472a44139\"><div class=\"panel-body toggle-content fusion-clearfix\">\n<p>Implementing a WMS is often worthwhile if:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Warehouse processes are still paper-based<\/li>\n<li>Excel spreadsheets are used for stock management<\/li>\n<li>Stock discrepancies occur<\/li>\n<li>Production downtime is caused by missing parts<\/li>\n<li>Search times in the warehouse are increasing<\/li>\n<li>New sites or customers need to be integrated<\/li>\n<li>The company is growing and processes need to be scalable<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"fusion-layout-column fusion_builder_column fusion-builder-column-1 fusion_builder_column_1_1 1_1 fusion-flex-column\" style=\"--awb-bg-size:cover;--awb-width-large:100%;--awb-margin-top-large:0px;--awb-spacing-right-large:1.92%;--awb-margin-bottom-large:20px;--awb-spacing-left-large:1.92%;--awb-width-medium:100%;--awb-order-medium:0;--awb-spacing-right-medium:1.92%;--awb-spacing-left-medium:1.92%;--awb-width-small:100%;--awb-order-small:0;--awb-spacing-right-small:1.92%;--awb-spacing-left-small:1.92%;\"><div class=\"fusion-column-wrapper fusion-column-has-shadow fusion-flex-justify-content-flex-start fusion-content-layout-column\"><div class=\"fusion-builder-row fusion-builder-row-inner fusion-row fusion-flex-align-items-flex-start fusion-flex-content-wrap\" style=\"--awb-flex-grow:0;--awb-flex-grow-medium:0;--awb-flex-grow-small:0;--awb-flex-shrink:0;--awb-flex-shrink-medium:0;--awb-flex-shrink-small:0;width:104% !important;max-width:104% !important;margin-left: calc(-4% \/ 2 );margin-right: calc(-4% \/ 2 );\"><div class=\"fusion-layout-column fusion_builder_column_inner fusion-builder-nested-column-1 fusion_builder_column_inner_1_2 1_2 fusion-flex-column\" style=\"--awb-padding-top:16px;--awb-padding-right:30px;--awb-padding-bottom:30px;--awb-padding-left:30px;--awb-bg-image:linear-gradient(45deg, #091f48 0%,#2c4aa4 100%);--awb-bg-size:cover;--awb-width-large:50%;--awb-margin-top-large:0px;--awb-spacing-right-large:3.84%;--awb-margin-bottom-large:20px;--awb-spacing-left-large:3.84%;--awb-width-medium:50%;--awb-order-medium:0;--awb-spacing-right-medium:3.84%;--awb-spacing-left-medium:3.84%;--awb-width-small:100%;--awb-order-small:0;--awb-spacing-right-small:1.92%;--awb-spacing-left-small:1.92%;\" data-scroll-devices=\"small-visibility,medium-visibility,large-visibility\"><div class=\"fusion-column-wrapper fusion-column-has-shadow fusion-flex-justify-content-flex-start fusion-content-layout-column\"><div class=\"fusion-title title fusion-title-1 fusion-sep-none fusion-title-text fusion-title-size-div\" style=\"--awb-text-color:#ffffff;--awb-margin-top-small:10px;--awb-margin-right-small:0px;--awb-margin-bottom-small:10px;--awb-margin-left-small:0px;--awb-font-size:24px;\"><div class=\"fusion-title-heading title-heading-left title-heading-tag fusion-responsive-typography-calculated\" style=\"font-family:&quot;Roboto&quot;;font-style:normal;font-weight:500;margin:0;font-size:1em;--fontSize:24;--minFontSize:24;line-height:1.42;\">Free trial<\/div><\/div><div class=\"fusion-text fusion-text-5\" style=\"--awb-font-size:16px;--awb-line-height:1.6;--awb-text-color:#ffffff;\"><p>With your own login, you can test all the processes in our WMS.<\/p>\n<\/div><div ><a class=\"fusion-button button-flat button-small button-custom fusion-button-default button-1 fusion-button-default-span fusion-button-default-type\" style=\"--button_accent_color:#17192c;--button_accent_hover_color:#ffffff;--button_border_hover_color:#ffffff;--button_border_width-top:1px;--button_border_width-right:1px;--button_border_width-bottom:1px;--button_border_width-left:1px;--button_gradient_top_color:#ffffff;--button_gradient_bottom_color:#ffffff;--button_gradient_top_color_hover:rgba(255,255,255,0);--button_gradient_bottom_color_hover:rgba(255,255,255,0);\" target=\"_self\" href=\"https:\/\/www.coglas.com\/en\/demo\/\"><span class=\"fusion-button-text awb-button__text awb-button__text--default\">Request a trial account<\/span><\/a><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"fusion-layout-column fusion_builder_column_inner fusion-builder-nested-column-2 fusion_builder_column_inner_1_2 1_2 fusion-flex-column\" style=\"--awb-padding-top:16px;--awb-padding-right:30px;--awb-padding-bottom:30px;--awb-padding-left:30px;--awb-bg-image:linear-gradient(45deg, #091f48 0%,#2c4aa4 100%);--awb-bg-size:cover;--awb-width-large:50%;--awb-margin-top-large:0px;--awb-spacing-right-large:3.84%;--awb-margin-bottom-large:20px;--awb-spacing-left-large:3.84%;--awb-width-medium:50%;--awb-order-medium:0;--awb-spacing-right-medium:3.84%;--awb-spacing-left-medium:3.84%;--awb-width-small:100%;--awb-order-small:0;--awb-spacing-right-small:1.92%;--awb-spacing-left-small:1.92%;\" data-scroll-devices=\"small-visibility,medium-visibility,large-visibility\"><div class=\"fusion-column-wrapper fusion-column-has-shadow fusion-flex-justify-content-flex-start fusion-content-layout-column\"><div class=\"fusion-title title fusion-title-2 fusion-sep-none fusion-title-text fusion-title-size-div\" style=\"--awb-text-color:#ffffff;--awb-margin-top-small:10px;--awb-margin-right-small:0px;--awb-margin-bottom-small:10px;--awb-margin-left-small:0px;--awb-font-size:24px;\"><div class=\"fusion-title-heading title-heading-left title-heading-tag fusion-responsive-typography-calculated\" style=\"font-family:&quot;Roboto&quot;;font-style:normal;font-weight:500;margin:0;font-size:1em;--fontSize:24;--minFontSize:24;line-height:1.42;\">WMS features<\/div><\/div><div class=\"fusion-text fusion-text-6\" style=\"--awb-font-size:16px;--awb-line-height:1.6;--awb-text-color:#ffffff;\"><p>Flexible, customisable standard processes and workflows that you actually need.<\/p>\n<\/div><div ><a class=\"fusion-button button-flat button-small button-custom fusion-button-default button-2 fusion-button-default-span fusion-button-default-type\" style=\"--button_accent_color:#17192c;--button_accent_hover_color:#ffffff;--button_border_hover_color:#ffffff;--button_border_width-top:1px;--button_border_width-right:1px;--button_border_width-bottom:1px;--button_border_width-left:1px;--button_gradient_top_color:#ffffff;--button_gradient_bottom_color:#ffffff;--button_gradient_top_color_hover:rgba(255,255,255,0);--button_gradient_bottom_color_hover:rgba(255,255,255,0);\" target=\"_self\" 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