Tendering for WMS and MFCS

Whether it's order picking, warehouse, transport or production logistics: the better the flow of goods, materials and information, the higher the added value. This is where the right IT solution comes into play. With many years of experience in factory and logistics planning, ebp-consulting is a reliable partner for the renewal and optimisation of IT systems for production and logistics. We support companies in the selection and implementation of ERP systems that include integrated functions such as WMS (warehouse management systems) or MFCS (material flow control systems). Our portfolio also includes specific solutions, such as the implementation of pure warehouse management systems (WMS, LVS). Our system consulting is independent and neutral towards logistics software providers, with the aim of finding the best IT solution for the specific situation and task of each company.
   

A methodical approach is essential to ensure that investments in new IT systems or changes to existing systems pay off in full. In such projects, ebp consultants are energetic sparring partners – whether in the preparatory analysis, in defining functions or in the detailed description of the target performance of these systems. In addition, we support our customers in selecting suitable software partners and in accompanying and designing the implementation process.

Selecting and implementing the right WMS system – the ebp process model

When selecting the appropriate WMS or MFS system, we first focus on the requirements of the logistics processes in order to provide them with optimal software support. If the current processes, for example in a warehouse or logistics centre, offer potential for optimisation, we generally recommend designing the target processes as a basis for deriving the requirements for the future WMS/MFS system. Technical integration into the IT landscape (e.g. the ERP system) of the respective company and implementation in ongoing business operations are further important factors influencing the selection of an adequate and standards-based WMS/MFS system from a broad market of providers.

The following services are part of our process model in the system selection and implementation support project phases:
  

ebp process model for selection and implementation support

The introduction of a new WMS/LVS system is a project involving many employees from different departments. To prevent the potential risks of an IT project, the right project setup is essential. This requires good preparation, a consistent project system, professional project management and project organisation with clear responsibilities. Key success factors are:

• A clearly described mission statement and defined project goals
• Project management and team as drivers of process design
• Focus on specific topics and functionalities
• Standardised implementation
• Sufficient project working time for key users and extended team
• IT-savvy key users for cross-functional activities
• Intensive testing and preparatory work before the actual launch
• Ensuring master data quality at the actual launch
• Provision of new infrastructure in a timely and complete manner
• Needs-based training of employees
• Regular communication with all parties involved