LM    Topics    WMS

Topic: WMS

Current news, information and trends on warehouse management systems including software, strategies, operations, best practices, and lean warehousing.


The Ultimate Competitive Edge: WMS as the 3PL’s Secret Weapon
Group Editorial Director Mike Levans sits down with Michael Armanious, CEO of Datex, to explore how modern WMS technology—highlighted has become a critical competitive advantage for 3PLs.

Despite billions invested, supply chain technology is still falling short, says DHL report
A new DHL Supply Chain report shows 91% upgraded tech in the past five years, yet 49% still cite outdated systems as a top concern.

3PLs in the Fast Lane: Meeting the e-commerce surge with tech, scale, and smarts
As e-commerce sales surge toward $8 trillion, third-party logistics providers (3PLs) are evolving to handle higher order volumes, tighter delivery windows, and complex returns using automation, AI, and integrated warehouse management systems (WMS). By offering scalable fulfillment, reverse logistics, and real-time visibility, 3PLs help shippers of all sizes optimize operations, cut costs, and enhance customer satisfaction in a rapidly changing digital marketplace.

Agility at Work: How Warehouse Leaders Turn Uncertainty Into Advantage
Volatility has become the defining feature of warehouse and distribution operations. Labor shortages, fluctuating order volumes, supply chain delays, and rising costs have made agility essential. Agility at Work: How Warehouse Leaders Turn Uncertainty Into Advantage benchmarks how more than 120 senior supply chain executives are responding to this reality with data-driven agility. In this webinar, Dan Keto, President and CTO of Easy Metrics, dives into how leaders balance agility with accountability, manage labor costs under pressure, and sustain consistent performance...

Smarter Warehouses, Faster Fulfillment: How AI, Robotics, and WMS Are Reshaping Logistics Operations
Warehouse and logistics operations are evolving at an unprecedented pace, fueled by automation technologies designed to boost efficiency, enhance order and shipment accuracy, and address workforce challenges. From AI-powered software to advanced robotics, these innovations are transforming fulfillment strategies and redefining the future of logistics operations.

The Unified Warehouse Data Playbook
In warehouse operations, data can either overwhelm you—or propel you ahead.

2025 Gartner® Magic Quadrant™ for Warehouse Management Systems
Gartner® has recently released the much-anticipated 2025 Magic Quadrant™ for Warehouse Management Systems. We believe this comprehensive report evaluates recognized vendors in the WMS industry for their innovative solutions and technologies shaping the future of supply chain.

GXO and Blue Yonder herald new multi-year agreement
The companies said that through this agreement Blue Yonder will become one of GXO’s preferred off-the-shelf software solution providers for warehouse management systems (WMS).

The State of Dock and Yard Management
C3 Solutions has surveyed 170 professionals from various industries to gather real-world insights into today’s dock and yard management challenges.

MHI announces ProMat 2025 Innovation Award winners
Winners were announced by MHI’s CEO John Paxton during MHI Industry Night.

The Key to Modern Supply Chains: Automated Testing for WMS Success
Join Cycle Labs and enVista for a dynamic webcast on how test automation can optimize your WMS, reduce risk, and drive agility in warehouse operations!

Find the right WMS to boost your SMB’s warehouse performance
Implementing a Warehouse Management System (WMS) helps SMBs meet eCommerce demands by improving inventory accuracy, order processing, and fulfillment efficiency.

Warehouse Management Systems (WMS): The ultimate e-commerce warehouse orchestrator
The busy e-commerce fulfillment arena is especially fertile ground for a modern WMS. Here are five trends that support the notion WMS is—and will continue to be—a critical part of any supply chain operation’s technology portfolio.

Harnessing Edge Computing and AI Vision Systems for Real-Time Logistics Insights
This webinar will explore how AI-driven vision systems and IoT technologies are transforming logistics by optimizing operations, enhancing safety, and improving efficiency through real-world examples of rapid edge computing deployments.

U.S. 3PL revenues see significant annual declines, according to Armstrong report
The report, entitled “Divergence—Latest Third-Party Logistics Market Results and Outlook,” said that U.S. 3PL Market net revenues, which Armstrong defines as gross revenues less purchased transportation, fell 12.8%, from 2022 to 2023, to $129 billion, with overall gross revenues down 26.1% annually, and total U.S. 3PL Market revenue coming in at $299.5 billion, for 2023.

MMH Software Usage Survey 2024: Change on the horizon
Key findings from Modern Materials Handling’s 2024 software reader survey reveal tech adoption trends, current tech spending and the role that software plays in today’s materials handling environments.

Give your warehouse management system (WMS) a boost
New types of third-party software solutions can enhance WMS in many ways, including gains in inventory accuracy, better tools for creating workflows and user interfaces for task execution, and simplified integration with mobile robots and other forms of automation.

Supply Chain Management Software: Build the Foundation, Deliver the Value
As the days of slow, invisible supply chains that “worked behind the scenes” continue to fade in the rearview mirror, companies are improving their demand forecasting, gaining real-time visibility across their networks and streamlining their operations—and its software that makes that all possible.

The Ultimate WMS Checklist: Find the Perfect Fit
Avoid costly mistakes by choosing the perfect WMS for your company with our comprehensive buyer's guide. Get your checklist now!

Gearing up for Modex
Conference to feature more than 1,100 exhibitors, 165 sessions and keynotes from Jeremy Renner, AI expert Gerd Leonhard and UPS’s Bill Seward.


December 2025 Logistics Management

December 1, 2025 · Persistent volatility, policy whiplash, and uneven demand left logistics managers feeling trapped in a loop - where every solution seemed temporary, and every forecast came with an asterisk. From tariffs and trucking to rail and ocean freight, the year's defining force was disruption itself

Latest Resources

The Warehouse Efficiency Playbook
Warehouse leaders are under pressure to move faster, scale smarter, and keep teams engaged, all while dealing with labor shortages and rising customer expectations.
Drive Agility and Resilience Across Your Supply Chain
November Edge Report: What’s shaping freight now
More resources
 


Latest Resources

The Warehouse Efficiency Playbook
The Warehouse Efficiency Playbook
Warehouse leaders are under pressure to move faster, scale smarter, and keep teams engaged, all while dealing with labor shortages and rising...
Drive Agility and Resilience Across Your Supply Chain
Drive Agility and Resilience Across Your Supply Chain
Today’s supply chains face nonstop disruption—from global tensions to climate events and labor shortages. Avoiding volatility isn’t an option,...

November Edge Report: What’s shaping freight now
November Edge Report: What’s shaping freight now
Stay informed and ready for what’s next with the November Edge Report from C.H. Robinson.
Worried About Supplier Risk? This Template Helps You Stay Ahead
Worried About Supplier Risk? This Template Helps You Stay Ahead
We all know how stressful it gets when a supplier issue catches you off guard - late delivery, a missed order, or...
Close the warehouse labor gap with overlooked talent pools
Close the warehouse labor gap with overlooked talent pools
The warehouse workforce has more than doubled between 2015 and 2025. However, the labor gap is still growing, with the U.S. deficit projected...