"Iterative" is the magic word that the southern German supermarket chain V-Markt used to implement the Wamas Core WMS warehouse management system from SSI Schäfer for the smooth supply of its southern German branches. This minimized risks during ongoing operations.
The company behind the V-Markt supermarket chain has taken a significant step towards digitizing its warehouse processes with the successful implementation of Wamas Core WMS. Thanks to the phased approach, the implementation was interrupting ongoing operations and while ensuring a stable supply to the achieved
As a long-established company with 62 branches, increasing market growth and a diverse product range – from fresh produce and frozen products to non-food items – V-Markt faced increasing demands for efficiency and transparency in its distribution processes.
Seamless transition
The existing software system of the manual distribution warehouse, with its 55,000 square meters and increasing volume, had reached its limits. Now, Wamas Core WMS covers all warehouse areas – from goods receipt and storage to order picking and on-time delivery to branches, whether by pallet or roll container. The first rollout took place in the frozen food segment – an area with lower turnover.
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This decision enabled a controlled rollout of the new software solution with minimal impact on ongoing operations. The following product categories were migrated gradually, always with the goal of maintaining full warehouse performance and ensuring uninterrupted product availability for the stores.
The new Wamas Core WMS, it is said, has already led to improved operational efficiency. Picking errors have been significantly reduced and order processing times shortened. The solution offers the necessary scalability to support further growth, both technically and organizationally. V-Markt also benefits from software support, regular security patches, and updates.
