The E-commerce Industry
The e-commerce industry, short for electronic commerce, refers to the buying and selling of goods and services over the internet. It has grown exponentially over the past few decades, transforming the way businesses operate and consumers shop. The e-commerce industry continues to evolve, driven by technological advancements, changing consumer behaviors, and market dynamics. It has become a vital component of the global economy, offering convenience, accessibility, and a diverse range of products and services to consumers worldwide.
E-commerce Industry Software
THINK’s warehouse management software was able to offer integration of an eCommerce platform with new warehouse management system (WMS) using API tools. We introduced a structured, formal item master to support efficient, bar-coded stock control and reduce errors. Implementation of a cloud-based WMS to improve key warehouse processes e.g., online customer orders create picks in the WMS system that are sent directly to handheld scanners in the warehouse. THINK has also worked with other prominent suppliers to the e-commerce industry including B&Q, Screwfix, and Tesco
Benefits to the E-commerce Industry
The benefits of implementing a warehouse management system within the e-commerce industry include:
- Improved order accuracy
- Enhanced inventory visibility
- Efficient order fulfillment
- Optimised storage space
- Real-time inventory tracking
- Pick path optimisation
- Batch and Lot tracking
- Cross-docking efficiency
- Integration with other systems
- Customer satisfaction
- Reduced operating costs
- Scalability
- Returns management
- Data analytics and reporting
- Regulatory compliance
Why Choose THINK?
We employ experienced WMS consultants to work with your company and assess the current warehouse operations, understand your specific needs and challenges, and then recommend, implement, and customise WMS solutions that align with the company’s goals and objectives. Our expertise covers a wide range of areas, including technology, logistics, supply chain management, process optimisation and software integration. When combined with our approach to project management, this leads to consistent achievement of objectives within agreed timescales.
From the outset our Warehouse Management System was designed to easily interface with other business applications ranging from ERP systems such as SAP, System 21, SAGE, MS Dynamics, Oracle etc. Through to Ecommerce providers such as Shopify and Prestashop.
Implementing a warehouse management system / WMS should not mean an upheaval on time or costs. THINK’s wealth of industry experience with a deep routed industry skill set means we can work with your business to provide the most intuitive WMS on the market. Get your staff trained and operational within 45 minutes – it really is that user friendly.
Here is an example of our system on an Android phone, showing how you can use it on the go.
To discuss how a THINK warehouse management system can improve your business call 0330 350 0715, email enquiries@tkinv.com or complete our Quick Quote form below.