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Emerging Cloud-Based Warehouse Management Systems Can Save Unexpected Space & Time

By Emily

July 18, 2022
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Cloud-Based WMSs save valuable space and are surprisingly affordable

In the warehouse and distribution industry, change is constant. Whether it’s new technology or changes in the way consumers shop, businesses in this industry must constantly adapt to stay ahead of the competition.

One area that has seen a significant change in recent years is cloud-based warehouse management systems (WMS). Cloud-based WMSs are becoming increasingly popular among businesses of all sizes due to their many advantages over traditional server-based systems.

Discussed below is how cloud-based WMS are changing the way warehouses operate and why they are becoming increasingly popular among businesses of all sizes.

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1 Cloud-Based WMSs save valuable space and are surprisingly affordable
1.1 The Problem:
1.2 The benefits of cloud-based systems include:
1.3 Accessability:
1.4 Scalability:

The Problem:

The issue with on-premise or server-based WMSs is that they require regular maintenance and updates, which can be costly. They also tend to be inflexible, meaning that if your business needs change, it can be difficult (and expensive) to make changes to the system.

Cloud-based WMSs address these issues by being more affordable and easier to update. In addition, cloud-based systems are often more flexible, making it easier to tailor the system to your specific business needs.

The benefits of cloud-based systems include:

  • Reduced costs: Cloud-based WMSs are typically more affordable than server-based systems because you don’t have to pay for hardware, software, or maintenance.
  • Increased flexibility: Cloud-based systems are often more flexible than server-based systems, making it easier to tailor the system to your specific business needs.
  • Accessibility: Can be accessed from anywhere with an internet connection
  • Scalability: As business grows, you can add more users without software upgrades
  • Save space: No need for large servers that take up space
  • Affordable: Less hardware upgrades
  • Data Security: Networked backups keep your information safe

Accessability:

One of the key benefits of cloud-based WMS is that they can be accessed from anywhere with an internet connection. This means that businesses can manage their warehouse operations from anywhere in the world.

In addition, cloud-based systems are often much easier to use than their server-based counterparts. This is because they are designed to be user-friendly and easy to navigate.

Scalability:

Cloud-based warehouse management systems scalability

Another big advantage of cloud-based warehouse management systems is their scalability. On-premises warehouse management systems can be expensive and time-consuming to scale up, as businesses need to purchase additional hardware and software licenses.

According to agvnetowork.com, “Cloud-based systems are much more scalable and flexible than a site-based WMS, so reconfiguring to match a company’s changing size, complexity and market conditions is easier and less costly.”

Cloud-based warehouse management systems can be quickly and easily scaled up or down to meet changing needs, making them much more flexible for businesses.

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