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News Release from: Industrial Data & Information - IDII | Subject: Warehouse software book
Edited by the Processingtalk Editorial
Team on 13 November 2007
New warehouse software described
A new publication saves companies time and money in selecting new warehouse software
Being successful in evaluating, selecting, and implementing new warehousing software is the target for the book: "Selecting Warehouse Software from WMS and ERP Providers - Expanded Edition Two" Reviewers have agreed that this publication is a must
This article was originally published on Processingtalk on 18 Nov 2004 at 8.00am (UK)
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In addition to sound project management advice - approximately 100 critical functional areas are covered as warehouse management system software vary and one needs to understand these areas of variance when evaluating new software to purchase.
This in-depth publication has many diagrams, tables, and alerts for faster comprehension.
Art Liebeskind, President of Howard Way and Associates indicates that "Mr Obal has done it again with what is hands down the most useful aid to software selection I have ever seen.
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The new book is entitled Selecting Warehouse Software from WMS and ERP Providers.
Obal has shared his extensive knowledge of the industry, the needs for proper warehouse control as well as probably the most comprehensive contact list of potential suppliers that I have ever seen in one place.
He gives step by step guidance to help figure out not only what you are buying but also carries the reader through the process of due diligence in what you SHOULD be buying and how to be sure you get it.
This new volume is quite timely in its coverage of RFID and a valuable section on volumetrics.
In our opinion, the capture of volume measurement is one of the primary keys to effective warehousing.
Unlike the author, I will repeat myself and state once again that the amount of useful knowledge in this book is amazing and an absolute necessity to aid in an informed decision about the acquisition of a warehouse management system".
Another distinguished warehousing expert declares: "This book is worth it's weight in gold": Ken Ackerman, President, The Ackerman Company.
Edition two has grown over 30% with new content.
In addition to many new topics and updated material, a dedicated chapter on "Implementation of New Software" has been added.
New material in every chapter including volumetrics, dimensioning, software functionality levels with RFID, and more.
This publication covers base functionality to expect, common software differences, functionality deficiencies, comparative WMS vs ERP analysis, project success tips, request for proposal building, how to score card the RFP results, site visit tips, headquarter visit tips, vendor negotiation issues and advice, software selection process, and implementation of the new software.
Appendixes A through H contains lists of software companies with warehouse and related software.
This publication contains the following chapters.
Chapter 1 - Expected Base Line Functionality.
Chapter 2 - Items that Fluctuate in Warehousing Software.
Chapter 3 - Items Not Found in Most Warehousing Software.
Chapter 4 - WMS Strengths Vs.
ERP.
Chapter 5 - What Details to Put Into a RFP with Sample RFP.
Chapter 6 - Implementation of New Software.
New in this edition, a full, updated, and thorough list of software solutions includes:.
Appendix A - Warehouse Management System Software (WMS)Providers.
Appendix B - ERP Providers with a Warehouse Module.
Appendix C - Shipment Manifesting Systems (SMS).
Appendix D - Load Building Software.
Appendix E - Warehouse Simulation Software.
Appendix F - Slotting Optimization Software.
Appendix G - Labor Management System (LMS).
Appendix H - Yard Management Systems (YMS).
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