Maximizing Value from Your WMS: A Health Check Approach

Unlocking efficiency and cost savings in your warehouse

For many businesses, implementing a Warehouse Management System (WMS) is a transformative step toward optimising operations. But after the initial implementation and go-live phase, it’s easy to settle into “business as usual.” Over time, this can lead to missed opportunities for efficiency, misalignment between processes and technology, and rising operational costs.

Does this sound familiar?

• Are you struggling with warehouse space constraints and inaccurate inventory?
• Are rising labour costs impacting your bottom line?
• Do you lack visibility into labour usage and planning across your warehouses?

Small process adjustments or minor system tweaks could yield significant cost savings and efficiencies. At neos by Argon & Co, we specialise in revisiting your WMS environment to uncover untapped potential, ensuring your technology evolves with your business needs.

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The Challenge: A WMS That Falls Behind

When a WMS transitions to IT support after project teams roll off, enhancements and improvements often take a backseat. Meanwhile, the business continues to evolve:

• Leadership changes bring fresh perspectives and priorities.
• Operational requirements shift as business and customer needs grow.
• Physical changes like new distribution centres, layouts, or material handling equipment demand system adjustments.

Too often, systems are blamed for inefficiencies when they are fully capable of delivering the desired outcomes. The issue lies in the gap between how the system is configured and how it needs to function to support evolving processes.

‍How Neos Can Help

Our WMS Health Check bridges the gap between your operations and technology, ensuring your system supports your business effectively.

Our Process:

1. Operational Review:

• Conduct an in-depth analysis of your DC operations, covering inbound, internal, and outbound processes.
• Walk through each warehouse function, observing a compressed “day in the life” of your operations.
• Collaborate with your team through shop-floor interviews to identify challenges, wish-list items, and opportunities.

2. Technology Review:

• Assess your current system setup, including software versions, configurations, and third-party add-ons.
• Collaborate with your IT team to evaluate system performance and enhancements.
• Identify untapped features and opportunities for optimisation.

3. Deliverables: 

• A comprehensive written report summarising findings and actionable recommendations
• A prioritised roadmap outlining benefits and ranking their potential value to your operations.