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Cloud Warehouse Management System (WMS) for Wholesale Distribution

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From receiving dock to customer delivery—Ximple WMS provides every capability wholesale distributors need to run accurate, efficient, and scalable warehouse operations.

Inventory ERP for Wholesale Distribution

Warehouse Operations Flow

Every step from inbound receiving to outbound delivery—connected, scanned, and tracked in real-time.

Receive

ASN processing, PO matching, scan receiving

Putaway

Directed storage, slotting optimization

Store

Bin management, cycle counting

Pick

Wave/batch picking, scan verification

Pack

Cartonization, labeling, staging

Ship

Carrier selection, POD, tracking

Receiving & ASN Processing

Streamline dock-to-stock with ASN automation, scan-based receiving, and exception handling.

ASN Processing

Receive advance shipping notices from vendors to pre-plan dock appointments and labor allocation.

  • EDI/API ASN integration
  • Expected receipt scheduling
  • Dock door assignment
  • Pre-printed labels

Mobile Receiving

Scan-based receiving with PO matching, quantity verification, and real-time inventory updates.

  • Barcode/RFID scanning
  • PO line matching
  • Overage/shortage handling
  • Blind receiving option

Quality Inspection

Configurable inspection workflows for damaged goods, compliance checks, and quality holds.

  • Inspection sampling rules
  • Damage documentation
  • Quality hold locations
  • Vendor scorecards

Cross-Docking

Move inbound goods directly to outbound staging for immediate shipment without storage.

  • Flow-through processing
  • Order-based cross-dock
  • Opportunistic cross-dock
  • Staging area management

Label Printing

Generate and print license plates, bin labels, and item labels at receiving.

  • License plate generation
  • Pallet/carton labels
  • Item barcode labels
  • Custom label templates

Exception Management

Handle receiving discrepancies with workflows for overages, shortages, and damages.

  • Variance alerts
  • Photo documentation
  • Vendor claim creation
  • Approval workflows

Directed Putaway & Slotting

Optimize warehouse space and picking efficiency with intelligent putaway rules and slotting strategies.

Directed Putaway

System-directed storage locations based on item attributes, velocity, and available capacity.

  • Rule-based location assignment
  • Mobile device guidance
  • Scan confirmation
  • Override with reason codes

Slotting Optimization

Position fast-movers in prime pick locations to minimize travel time and maximize throughput.

  • Velocity-based slotting
  • Ergonomic considerations
  • Pick path optimization
  • Re-slotting recommendations

Location Management

Multi-level location hierarchy with zones, aisles, racks, and bins for granular inventory control.

  • Zone/aisle/rack/bin structure
  • Location types & attributes
  • Capacity tracking
  • Location status management

Storage Types

Support for various storage configurations including bulk, rack, bin, cold storage, and hazmat.

  • Bulk/floor storage
  • Selective racking
  • Bin shelving
  • Temperature-controlled zones

Replenishment

Automatic replenishment from reserve to forward pick locations based on min/max levels.

  • Min/max triggers
  • Demand-based replenishment
  • Replenishment task generation
  • Priority sequencing

Space Utilization

Track and optimize warehouse space usage with capacity reporting and utilization metrics.

  • Cubic utilization tracking
  • Empty location reporting
  • Consolidation suggestions
  • Space planning tools

Picking Methods & Optimization

Multiple picking strategies to maximize throughput and accuracy for any order profile.

Wave Picking

Group orders into waves by route, carrier, priority, or ship date for efficient batch processing.

  • Wave planning & release
  • Route-based grouping
  • Priority sequencing
  • Wave progress monitoring

Batch Picking

Pick multiple orders simultaneously with post-pick sortation to reduce travel time.

  • Multi-order pick lists
  • Cart-based picking
  • Sort-while-pick
  • Batch size optimization

Zone Picking

Assign pickers to zones with order consolidation at pack stations for high-volume operations.

  • Zone assignment
  • Pass-along picking
  • Consolidation staging
  • Zone balancing

Directed Picking

System-directed pick paths optimized for minimal travel with scan verification at each location.

  • Optimized pick sequence
  • Location scan verification
  • Item scan confirmation
  • Quantity verification

Cluster Picking

Pick multiple orders onto a cart with compartments, sorting during pick for small-parcel efficiency.

  • Multi-tote carts
  • Light-directed sorting
  • Order completion alerts
  • Cart optimization

Single Order Picking

Discrete picking for large orders, will-calls, or special handling requirements.

  • Priority order handling
  • Will-call processing
  • Special instructions
  • Direct-to-truck picking

Packing, Shipping & Proof of Delivery

Complete outbound workflow from pack station to customer signature.

Packing & Cartonization

Pack verification with carton selection logic and packing slip/label generation.

  • Carton size optimization
  • Pack verification scanning
  • Packing slip printing
  • Weight capture

Carrier Integration

Connect to carriers for rate shopping, label generation, and tracking number capture.

  • Multi-carrier support
  • Rate shopping
  • Shipping label printing
  • Tracking integration

Route Management

Plan delivery routes, stage shipments by stop sequence, and manage driver assignments.

  • Route planning
  • Stop sequencing
  • Load building
  • Driver assignment

Proof of Delivery

Capture electronic signatures, photos, and delivery notes with real-time sync.

  • Electronic signature
  • Photo documentation
  • Delivery notes
  • GPS timestamp

Returns Processing

RMA creation, return receiving, inspection, and restocking or disposal workflows.

  • RMA generation
  • Return receiving
  • Condition inspection
  • Restock/dispose decision

Claims Management

Document and track delivery exceptions, damages, and shortages for dispute resolution.

  • Exception recording
  • Photo evidence
  • Claim tracking
  • Resolution workflow

Lot, Serial & Expiration Tracking

Complete traceability from receipt to shipment with automatic FEFO/FIFO enforcement.

Lot Tracking

Track inventory by lot/batch number through all warehouse movements and transactions.

  • Lot capture at receiving
  • Lot-specific locations
  • Lot selection at picking
  • Lot traceability reports

Serial Number Tracking

Individual unit tracking for serialized items with full transaction history.

  • Serial capture at receipt
  • Serial scan at pick/ship
  • Serial history lookup
  • Warranty tracking

Expiration Management

Track expiration dates with alerts for approaching expiry and automatic FEFO picking.

  • Expiry date capture
  • Shelf life alerts
  • Expiring inventory reports
  • Write-off workflows

FEFO/FIFO Enforcement

Automatic picking sequence by expiration date (FEFO) or receipt date (FIFO).

  • System-enforced rotation
  • Override with approval
  • Rotation compliance reporting
  • Customer-specific rules

Quality Holds

Place inventory on hold for quality issues, preventing picking until released.

  • Hold reason codes
  • Quarantine locations
  • Release workflows
  • Hold history tracking

Recall Management

Quickly identify affected inventory and customers for lot-based recalls.

  • Lot/serial lookup
  • Affected customer list
  • Inventory quarantine
  • Recall documentation

Inter-Branch Transfers & Multi-Warehouse

Manage inventory movement between warehouses, branches, and external locations.

Transfer Orders

Create and manage stock transfers between warehouses with full shipment tracking.

  • Transfer request creation
  • Approval workflows
  • Pick/pack/ship for transfers
  • In-transit visibility

Transfer Suggestions

System-generated transfer recommendations based on stock levels and demand patterns.

  • Overstock identification
  • Shortage alerts
  • Demand-based suggestions
  • One-click transfer creation

Multi-Warehouse Visibility

Real-time inventory visibility across all warehouses with consolidated reporting.

  • Enterprise inventory view
  • Location-level detail
  • ATP across locations
  • Consolidated dashboards

Dashboards, KPIs & Analytics

Real-time visibility into warehouse performance with actionable metrics and alerts.

Real-Time Dashboards

Live operational dashboards showing receiving, shipping, and inventory status.

  • Inbound status
  • Outbound progress
  • Labor utilization
  • Exception alerts

Operational KPIs

Track key metrics: lines/hour, order cycle time, accuracy, and dock-to-stock time.

  • Picking productivity
  • Receiving throughput
  • Inventory accuracy
  • On-time shipping

Labor Performance

Individual and team productivity tracking with performance trends and benchmarking.

  • Units per hour
  • Task completion rates
  • Error rates by user
  • Performance trends

+30%

Pick Rate Improvement

−25%

Dock Time Reduction

99%+

Inventory Accuracy

−40%

Fewer Adjustments

Integrations & Connectivity

Connect Ximple WMS with your devices, carriers, and external systems.

Barcode Scanners

RFID Readers

Label Printers

Scales

Carriers (UPS, FedEx)

Rate Shopping

3PL Systems

EDI/API

WMS Capabilities — FAQs

What receiving capabilities does Ximple WMS include?

Ximple WMS receiving includes ASN processing, PO matching, barcode/RFID scanning, exception handling for overages/shortages/damages, quality inspection workflows, label printing, and cross-docking. All receipts update inventory in real-time.

What picking methods are supported?

Ximple WMS supports discrete picking, batch picking, wave picking, zone picking with consolidation, and cluster picking. Pick lists are optimized for minimal travel with scan verification at each step.

What cycle counting options are available?

Cycle counting includes ABC velocity classification, variance-based triggers, scheduled count programs, blind counting, supervisor recount workflows, adjustment approvals, and accuracy reporting by location and counter.

How does directed putaway work?

Directed putaway guides workers to optimal storage locations based on slotting rules, item velocity, size/weight, and available capacity. The system suggests locations via mobile device, enforces put confirmation with scanning, and optimizes space utilization.

How is lot/serial/expiration tracking handled?

Ximple WMS tracks lot numbers, serial numbers, and expiration dates throughout the inventory lifecycle. FEFO and FIFO rules are automatically enforced during picking with full traceability from receipt to shipment.

Does Ximple WMS include proof of delivery?

Yes. Ximple includes route staging, load verification, delivery scheduling, electronic signature capture, photo documentation, exception recording, and claims management with real-time sync for customer service visibility.

See Ximple WMS Capabilities in Action

Schedule a personalized demo to see how these WMS capabilities work together for your warehouse operations.