The Value of Integrated ERP and WMS

There are certain features that a warehouse management system (WMS) typically includes and an enterprise resource planning (ERP) system lacks.

Different ERP vendors utilize WMS integration in a variety of ways. The best ERP software allows the warehousing functions to integrate seamlessly with manufacturing activities. The WMS package should track both work-in-process (WIP) and finished goods inventory, forging a link between the warehouse and manufacturing assembly areas, achieving accurate real-time links to higher level systems.

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