Warehouse Management Systems

The Warehouse Management Systems (WMS) market research analysis delivers current market analysis plus a five-year market forecast including all key segments and regions. ARC has been researching this market for >30 years. Contact us today for free consultation with the author.

Warehouse Management Systems (WMS) Market: Direct-to-consumer Fulfillment Needs and “WMS-Plus” Solutions Propel Demand

According to research from ARC Advisory Group, direct-to-consumer (e-commerce/omni-channel) fulfillment requirements remain the greatest factor contributing to the growth of the global Warehouse Management Systems (WMS) market. Furthermore, the need for expedited delivery has encouraged companies to adjust fulfillment capabilities or even relocate facilities closer to consumers, further contributing to the demand for WMS’ functional enhancements or expanded licensing. Warehouse operators are turning to WMS and WMS labor management/resource management solutions to assist with labor productivity and employee engagement. Many companies are turning to automation and robotics to help expand warehouse productivity.

Warehouse Management Systems Strategic Issues

In addition to providing a five-year market forecast, the Warehouse Management Systems (WMS) market research provides detailed quantitative current market data and addresses key strategic issues as follows.

Support End User Requirements

It is important for groups responsible for WMS purchasing to properly define their organization’s requirements, prioritize, and pay for what their organization requires most. Many organizations that purchase a WMS from their current supplier place a premium on low total cost of ownership. In contrast, many organizations with complex warehouses place a premium on the depth and breadth of functionality. However, others realize that their business is in the midst of constant transition. These organizations place a premium on system adaptability. 

Think Holistically

Warehouse management systems suppliers have been competing based on a platform strategy for a number of years. This has allowed many customers to obtain value from synergies across applications. These organizations are deriving value from integrated workflows, cross-solution visibility, lower maintenance and upgrade costs, and improved business analytics. A cross-functional evaluation of system requirements can provide organizations with a holistic view of needs and enable them to prioritize and conduct a thorough cost-benefit analysis. A buyer should consider needs across business functions, over time, and even across partner relationships, and evaluate a WMS from within its operating context.