As delivery times decrease and customer expectations rise, small and medium-sized companies face the added challenge of a shortage of skilled workers in warehouses. How can they effectively address these challenges?
The solution lies in using an intelligent and modular software solution, such as GEBHARDT StoreWare. This software automates processes, reduces errors, and enhances transparency without the need for extensive IT projects or costs running into the millions. It integrates warehouse management, control of automated systems, and real-time data into a single platform.
Digitalisation is Essential for SMEs in E-Commerce, Retail, and Industry due to the Increasing Competition.
Customer expectations are rising, delivery times are shortening, and error rates must be minimised—all while operating with limited staff and tight budgets. Relying on outdated Excel spreadsheets, manual entries, and a lack of oversight results in unnecessary costs, prolonged search times, inventory inaccuracies, slow order picking, and a general lack of transparency. Modern warehouse management software, such as GEBHARDT StoreWare, provides SMEs with a straightforward way to automate processes and significantly reduce errors, even without an in-house IT department.
All Warehouse Processes in One System: WMS, WCS, and IoT
Are you looking to monitor stock levels in real time, control automated systems, and minimise downtime? GEBHARDT StoreWare integrates three essential components into one cohesive system:
This integrated approach enables medium-sized companies to plan, control, and monitor all warehouse processes within a single system, making it scalable, intuitive, and eliminating the need for oversized IT infrastructure. For logistics planners, fulfilment service providers, and industrial warehouses, this solution is essential for a smooth and scalable supply chain.
Advantages for Small and Medium-sized Companies
GEBHARDT StoreWare provides significant competitive advantages, particularly for small and medium-sized enterprises:
Online retailers often face challenges during promotional campaigns or seasonal peaks, resulting in a surge in order volume while their warehouse processes remain manual and prone to errors. With GEBHARDT StoreWare, you can automate order picking, gain real-time transparency, and ensure smooth shipping processes.
Successful Use of StoreWare: A Case Study
One example of StoreWare's successful implementation is at 11Teamsports, one of Europe’s largest online football retailers. As their order numbers rapidly grew, GEBHARDT StoreWare facilitated the installation of a highly automated shuttle and racking system. This system includes visualisation tools, data analysis capabilities, and energy-efficient controls.
StoreWare is also effective on a smaller scale. A spare parts dealer with just a few storage locations digitised their goods receipt, storage location management, and order picking processes. As a result, they managed to reduce their delivery times by 50% without needing to restructure their physical warehouse.
Future Trends in Warehouse Automation
Digitalisation in intralogistics software is progressing rapidly, and StoreWare is prepared for the future with intelligent solutions and automation for contemporary warehouse processes. Key trends include:
Transforming to a Digital Warehouse with GEBHARDT StoreWare: Simple, Flexible, Scalable
Whether you operate a fulfilment service, an e-commerce shop, or an industrial company, GEBHARDT StoreWare provides a solution that allows you to gradually digitise and automate your warehouse logistics according to your specific requirements. GEBHARDT StoreWare is designed to adapt to your company, whether you have a manual warehouse or a highly automated facility.