In this article, we’re going to lay out the major functional considerations for new software and the methodology for selecting an order management system and warehouse management system. Over our past 26 years as supply chain and system consultants, we have both assisted companies in selecting third party logistics partners and helped third party logistics select new order management systems and warehouse management systems to improve their supply chain logistics services, reduce costs and improve customer service.
General Considerations
As you start to review systems, it’s important to consider the uses for which these systems will be implemented. As we all know, there are many types of products and services that have different order management system and warehouse management system requirements. These business differences include:
The Selection Process
As a third party logistics provider, we recommend you follow a four-step selection process; these four major steps will ensure that you have taken into account and considered all the use and functionality required to replace your existing order management system or warehouse management system.
Step 1: Organize the Project Internally