In today’s fast-paced business environment, operational efficiency is key to staying ahead of the competition. One of the most powerful tools for optimising warehouse and supply chain management is a Warehouse Management System (WMS) that streamlines processes and enhances visibility across all operations. At THINK Inventory Solutions, we’ve taken this a step further with our advanced WMS Work Orders feature, designed to maximise productivity and improve business performance.
In this blog, we’ll explore what WMS work orders are, how they work, and the benefits they bring to your business.
What Are WMS Work Orders?
The use of Work Orders in WMS allows your business to control the production of goods within a warehouse, complementing standard warehouse operations. They can be used to initiate tasks, provide instructions, specify completion dates and prioritise work within a warehouse.
Many warehouses perform ‘added value’ activities either to increase income or as an essential part of storing goods. Works Orders are used in many areas, including light manufacturing, assembly of components, packing or re-packaging and decanting of goods.
All stock movements associated with Works Orders can be captured. Finished goods can be transacted on a hand-held scanner on the production of a unit, box or pallets of items. The component parts consumed can optionally be ‘backflushed’ in real-time – this is a process where the finished product ‘bill of material’ (BOM) is used to determine the component parts that will need to be withdrawn from lineside stock or from a store location.
Work orders can be tailored to meet your business’s unique needs, ensuring that every task in the warehouse is completed efficiently and accurately.
Benefits of THINK’s WMS Work Orders for Your Business
Increased Efficiency and Productivity
One of the main benefits of WMS work orders is the automation of routine tasks. Instead of manually creating to-do lists or directing workers, THINK’s WMS generates work orders automatically based on real-time data. This reduces manual intervention and ensures that tasks like picking, packing, or restocking are assigned to the right workers at the right time.
With automated workflows, businesses can handle higher volumes of inventory and orders with fewer errors, leading to significant productivity gains.
Scalability and Flexibility
As your business grows, so do your operational needs. THINK’s WMS work orders are highly scalable and can easily adapt to changing business demands. Whether you’re managing multiple warehouses or increasing order volumes, our system ensures that you can maintain efficiency without overhauling your entire process.
Additionally, the flexibility of work orders allows for customised workflows that can be adjusted as your business evolves.
How THINK’s WMS Work Orders Support Multiple Industries
THINK’s WMS work orders are designed to support a wide range of industries, from automotive and pharmaceuticals to third-party logistics (3PL) and retail. Each industry has unique needs when it comes to warehouse operations, and our WMS can be tailored to fit those specific requirements.
For instance, in the pharmaceutical industry, work orders are critical for ensuring compliance with strict regulations, helping businesses manage tasks like batch tracking and traceability. In the automotive industry, our WMS helps streamline the flow of parts and components to ensure timely production.
Why Choose THINK Inventory Solutions?
At THINK Inventory Solutions, we provide more than just a warehouse management system—we deliver a tailored, comprehensive solution designed to meet the unique needs of your business. Our WMS work orders feature is just one of the many tools we offer to help your business improve efficiency, reduce costs, and stay ahead of the competition.
With expert support and a user-friendly system, THINK helps businesses transform their operations and achieve measurable results. If you’re looking to optimise your warehouse operations and improve your bottom line, THINK’s WMS work orders can provide the automation, visibility, and accuracy you need.
Are you worried that a warehouse management solution will be too expensive, or that you will be trapped in a long contract? To arrange a demo or discuss your requirements, give THINK a call on 0330 350 0715, email enquiries@tkinv.com or complete the Quick Quote form below. We can work with your business to help save you money and drive down costs.
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