Proteus Software and TouchStar Technologies are hosting a free seminar that aims to guide warehouse operators through key criteria to consider when selecting a WMS and demonstrate how a system’s return on investment time can be accurately calculated.
The event which takes place at Proteus’s Birmingham offices on 5 March 2014 will feature keynote presentations and a panel discussion in the morning and following a buffet lunch further presentations and a demonstration of the Proteus/TouchStar Cost Benefit Analysis Grid – a methodology that allows warehouse operators to quickly define the most cost efficient type of WMS for their business.
“The WMS that is right for a warehouse or distribution centre operation will be influenced by a host of factors including the picking methodology employed, the frequency of picks and the size of the operation,” says Linda Rodway, market development manager at Proteus Software. “WMS can be delivered to work with paper-based picking systems, voice technology and RF devices. Potential WMS adopters might think that a paper-based WMS represents the cheapest option. However, careful analysis of the company’s operation and intralogistics processes will often highlight that for example, RF scanning – although initially requiring a greater investment – will deliver a complete ROI within 18-24 months or in many cases, less.”
“Our Cost Benefit Analysis Grid provides an accurate timescale of when a system will pay for itself and takes into account factors such as operational efficiency gains made and reductions in labour costs. It also provides full visibility of the detailed calculations.”
“Investment in a WMS and the right provider is not a decision to be undertaken lightly,” says Karen Taylor, TouchStar Technologies’ marketing executive. “Ideally you need to ensure that you are working with technology partners that can not only provide the right system for your current needs but also make sure that your investment is protected and your strategic growth plans are taken into consideration from the very beginning.”
The forthcoming Proteus/TouchStar WMS efficiency seminar is free to attend and further details are available from Linda Rodway.
Email: lindar@proteussoftware.com
