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Improve warehouse operations, accuracy, and efficiency with Oracle's comprehensive warehouse management solution. Increase visibility, streamline processes, and reduce costs.
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OracleWarehouse Management Mark Mandeville Sr. Solution Consultant
Warehouse Management At-a-Glance InternalProcessing Inbound Outbound • Assembly • Storage • Move • Replenish • Purchases • Mfg / Assembly • Transfers • Outside Processing • Pick • Pack • Inspection • Count • Customer Shipments • Vendor Returns • Transfers • Outside Processing “Senior level executives now realize that the automated warehouse is as much a part of e-commerce and e-fulfillment as the Internet.” - Supply Chain Yearbook
Warehousing Functionality Spectrum High Highly Automated Facilities Automate physical inventory handling Warehouse Management Implement a true “execution system” using system directed tasks and task management Capabilities Product / Order Complexity RF / Barcode Only Improve accuracy and reduce latency of existing transactions Manual Inventory Record transactions and track balances Low Transaction Velocity / Volume Small Large
Business Pressures • Just-in-Time Delivery • How can I improve the speed of warehouse operations? • How do I integrate operations to reduce order processing time? • Guaranteed Availability • How can I improve order promise accuracy? • How do I create a global view of inventory? InternalProcessing Outbound Inbound • One Size Fits One • How can I manageSKU proliferation? • How do I ensure labeling compliance? • Lowest Total Cost • Where can I reduce inventory while maintaining high fill rates? • How do I improve labor efficiency?
Operational Challenges Procurement Manufacturing Order Management Warehouse System N Warehouse System 1 Warehouse System 2 RF Middleware RF Middleware RF Middleware Integration and Operation Complexity, Localized Solutions
A Need for ChangeLeading Business Trends • Fulfillment Processes Integrated with Partners • Support All Company Processes (e.g. Service, Mfg) • Automated Material Handling for Improved Productivity • Mobile and Automatic Data Capture (e.g. RF, RFID) • Streamlined Material Flow (e.g. Cross-Docking)
How Delivers
Foundation:Unified Information Architecture Develop Contracts Market • Common data model enables a single source of truth • Comprehensive suite of applications designed to work together • Robust set of integration services based on open standards • Modular deploymentby business flow • Single global instance implementations Projects Sell HR Order Customers, Suppliers, Products,… Finance Plan Procure Maintain Make Service Fulfill WarehouseManagement
Support for the Integrated Enterprise Built-In, Not Bolt-On Functionality • Eliminate Integration • Reduce Costand Complexity • Reduce Risk andUpgrade Issues • Eliminate Problems with Reconciliation • Simplify Support Procurement Manufacturing Fulfillment MSCA &WarehouseManagement Service Finance Planning
Oracle Mobile Supply Chain Apps (MSCA)Support Basic Warehousing Needs… Built-in Mobile User Interface Mobile Quality Mobile Manufacturing Moves, Issues, Returns, Scrap, Completions, … Quality Collections, Specifications, … Mobile Receiving Mobile Inventory Mobile Shipping Direct, Std, Inspect, Cross-Dock, Print, … Misc. Transactions, Transfers, Counts, … Pick, Confirm, Ship, Confirm, Print, … Built-in RF Middleware Mobile Transaction Server RF BaseStation Apps / Database LAN or WAN RF Device Telnet Over TCP/IP SQL Net
WMS Installed, WMS Organization MSCA • LPNs • Cost Groups • Rules • Tasks • Cartonization • Exception Workflows • Mobile User Interfaces for • Inventory • Receiving • Shipping • Manufacturing • Quality • Labeling What Do I get with . . .
Oracle Warehouse Management Solution…or Provide a Complete Warehouse Execution System Label Receive Inspect Assemble Cross DockPutaway RMAs PurchasesTransfers Replen-ish TailorableRules &Workflow Process RF Support Cost Move Global Visibility Ship Pack Directed Pick RTVs OrdersTransfers WIPIssues Count Transfer SeamlessIntegration Planning Purchasing Fulfillment Manufacturing
Oracle Warehouse Mgmt Solution Enables you to… • Support Lower Cost of Ownership • Increase Warehouse Efficiency • Integrate WMS Throughout the Enterprise
Rules-Driven ProcessesFlexibly Meet Needs without Customization User Defined Strategies & Rules (e.g. > 30 Days Shelf Life) Suggestions (e.g. LPNsor Locators) Transaction (e.g. Pick) Support for: DirectedPicking, Directed Put-away,Tasks Assignment, Costing, Labeling • Eliminates customizations • Supports common toolwith examples • Easily changed and evolved • Improves ROI andongoing support • Accelerates implementation • Increases long-term flexibility
Additional Ways to Avoid Customization Characteristics Benefits • Same application for all certified devices • Automatically adapts to any form factor • Maximum flexibility of RF device selection • Lower support costs RF Device Independence • User definable fields • Use throughout WMS (UI, Rules Engine, etc.) • Flexible interfaces • Support your specific data needs Lot & Serial Attributes
Cost-Effective Global DeploymentThink Locally, Act Globally • Deploy and manage on a single global instance • Support with single worldwide organization • Support for statutory and customary local requirements • Multi-lingual, multi-currency, multi-org, multi-national capabilities • 30 languages, all installable in same unicode instance
Oracle Warehouse Mgmt Solution Enables you to… • Support Lower Cost of Ownership • Increase Warehouse Efficiency • Integrate WMS Throughout the Enterprise
Improve Warehouse Mgmt FunctionsIncrease Efficiency of All Resources Warehouse Efficiency Worker Productivity Resource Utilization Inventory Utilization • Automate Warehouse Processes • Optimize Task Assignments • Reduce Worker Travel Time • Optimize Total Warehouse Space • Maximize Use of Equipment • Optimally Locate Inventory to Reduce Travel Time • Reduce Inventory Carrying Costs • StreamlineMaterial Flow • Reduce Inventory Obsolescence • Automate Replenishment
Dispatch Tasks To RF Devices Support Multiple Picking Methodologies Match Skills and Equipment to Tasks Perform Task Sequencing and Interleaving Worker Productivity Automated Task ManagementCreate, Organize, Dispatch Tasks to Optimal Resource Task Queue Pick Wave Split Merge Sort Create & Allocate Task • Create Paperless, Streamlined Processes • Align Pick Plan with Business Mix • Reduce Safety Issues and Training Costs • Significantly Reduce Travel Time
Automated Compliance LabelingMeet Customer Specific Requirements • Support Numerous Types and Variations of Labels • LPN, LPN content, LPN summary, material, serial, location, shipping, shipping contents, WIP contents • Flexible to Meet Your Business Needs • Design and rendering choices • Highly flexible configuration • Adapts to changingrequirements • Data Transmitted via XMLdirectly to printer or via middleware of choice Print at the Right Time in the Correct Format
Barcode & License Plate # SupportPerform Complex Inventory Transactions Multiple Packages and Products Single Unique Numberfor All Information = Barcode Support • Automatically Track AllRelated Product Information • Capture All Informationwith a Single Scan Container and LPN* Support • Supports Infinite Nesting Levels • Perform Complex Moves via a Single Scan • Fully Integrated with ASNs Improves Efficiency,Accuracy, and Tracking Reduces Cycle Time & Improves Accuracy *License Plate Number
Cross-Dock and Direct ShipSelectively Accelerate Warehouse Material Flow Cross-Dock Receive Inspect Deliver Put-Away Pick Release Pick Drop Ship Inventory Direct Receipt Direct Ship • Configurable flows • Express ASN receipt • Cross-docking • Express picks & load • Direct ship • Adjust implementation to business • Accelerate receiving process • Reduce handling and inventory • Increase operator efficiency • Support lean mfg processes
RFID-Initiated Shipping & ReceivingProcess Transactions with No Manual Intervention (3) Interface to readers, clean and filter data, then pass IDs to application RFID Middleware(Oracle AS) (4) Access objects associated with theID's (e.g. LPN's on ASN)then raise correctBusiness Event (2) Drive load through RFID Reader in Receiving Dock (1) Load of pallets and / or cartons with RFID tags on each RFID Event Processor (6) Process the Business Event, (e.g. Receipt of pallet or carton) (5) Access associated source document (e.g. the PO’s ASN) Application APIs (7) Confirm success or failure (e.g. trigger green light or sound buzzer) Response& Exception Handling (8) Putaway, rescan or divert material
Slot dynamically based on velocity, size, etc. Control hazardous materials / co-mingling Handle task exceptions with reason codes Resource Utilization Directed Picking and Put AwayAutomatically Suggest Optimal Locators Receipt Locator Locator Locator Pick BusinessLogic • Optimize the use of storage locations • Minimize inventory fragmentation • Reduce chanceof obsolescence
Maintain Accurate, Real-Time Information Physical inventory measurement Holding and other associated costs Cycle counting Manage Inventory Levels Automated replenishment Kanban management Transfers between facilities Support Advanced Tracking Capabilities Material status control Inventory ownership tracking Advanced lot and serial control Inventory Utilization Advanced Inventory CapabilitiesProvide Single Source of Truth for All Inventory
View current status, perform transactions and calculate availability via Materials Workbench Monitor and refine facility activity via Control Board Provide real-time status with active alerts andnotification messaging Handle last minutechanges withworkflow exceptions Keep key personnelinformed with multiplereporting options Performance Management ToolsProactively Manage Warehouse Performance
Oracle Warehouse Mgmt Solution Enables you to… • Support Lower Cost of Ownership • Increase Warehouse Efficiency • Integrate WMS Throughout the Enterprise
CarrierAnalysis On-Time Performance Customer Satisfaction Comprehensive Logistics SolutionIntegrated Logistics Adapts to Changes Carriers /3PLs GlobalCustomers Collaboration &Event Management Pack &Ship Book /Tender ManageWrhs Pick &Label Settle Plan Rate Track InboundSupplySource OutboundDemandDestination Integrated Planning & Execution Continuous Improvement
Comprehensive Logistics SolutionEnables Cross-Functional Process Optimization Planning(Plan & Monitor) Warehouse(Store & Manage) Inventory Optimization Supply / Demand Matching Dynamic Rerouting & Drop Ship Stage & Cross Dock Transport(Move & Track)
Solution Integration Enables: Task-managed component picks Cross-dock to / from manufacturing Directed ship from manufacturing Compliance labeling LPN and lot / serial creationand tracking Supports Full Spectrum of Tasks: Simple kitting to full BOM / work order jobs Seamless CTO flow SalesOrders ManufacturingProcesses WMS Solution WMS and Manufacturing Extends Beyond Sales Order Inputs
Provide a single, common view ofall inventory Integrate and manage internal and field inventory locations Consolidate / coordinate all field requests to maximize DC efficiency WMS and Service / Spares Integrate all Inventory Transactions Manage high volume DC operations (pick, pack and ship) with WMS and leverage internal orders to release parts to the field Warehouse Mgmt Distribution Center Regional / FieldWarehouses Field TechnicianStock Service / Spares Mgmt
Integrated ThroughoutEntire Offering… Business Intelligence
Deliver Daily Business IntelligenceReal-Time Access to Complete Business Information What is my inventory accuracy for all products? What are my labor costs for each warehouse? What are my book-to-ship and receipt-to-putaway cycle times? How is my warehouse space utilization changing? How are inventory turns and quantities changing? • Objective: Set institutional targets • Fact: Provide performance-based metrics • Exception: Continuously evaluate performance Manage By…
Mfg & Inventory Intelligence: Timely, Accurate, Relevant Flexible Time Periods Flexible Comparisons • Daily updates on key performance indicators • Actionable information on savings and incremental revenue opportunities • At a glance: • Inventory quantity and turns • Inventory accuracy • Pick-to-ship cycle time • Warehouse labor costs Real-Time Results Links PerformanceMeasures Reports Graphs
Oracle Warehouse Management Solution Single global instance, mobile applications, built-in integration, barcode and RF capabilities Support Lower Cost of Ownership Optimized space and warehouse utilization, improved worker productivity, flexible process flows, monitoring and mgmt capabilities Increase Warehouse Efficiency Integrate WMS Throughout the Enterprise Out-of-the-box integration, full logistics support for all SCM flows
Oracle Warehouse Management Products Develop Contracts Market Projects Sell Customers, Suppliers, Products,… Order HR Plan Finance Inventory Management Warehouse Management Mobile Supply Chain Applications Logistics Intelligence Procure Maintain Make Service Fulfill
Evolution of Oracle Logistics Base Differentiators… New in 11i.9… New in 11i.10… • Built-in, not bolt-on - RF/mobile technology & transaction integration • Flexible rules-based processes • Configurable material flows • Inbound logistics – receiving, inspections, directed put-away, cross docking, ASN • Outbound logistics – dock assignment, pick wave selection, picking methods, cartonization / packing, shipment execution, trip & delivery planning • Advanced inventory mgmt – container & LPNs, lot/serial genealogy, status, Kanban • Reverse logistics – RMA receiving, supplier returns, refurbishment & recycling • VMI & consigned inventory • Task & labor plng control board • Delivery consolidation by locator and / or LPN • Cluster picking & WIP picking • eAM component picking • UPC & smart barcode support • Single mobile UI for all receiving transactions • Additional material handling equipment integration • Simplified rules engine def’n and examples library • Load tendering • Online tracking of ship status • Carrier selection & freight rating • Automated shipping processes • Non-conformance mgmt • Configurable picking & streamlined shipping UI’s • RFID-based transactions • UCC 128 / UCC 14 support • Work-plan based put-away • Catch weight support • Packing workbench • Over picking & bulk picking • Inbound transport logistics • Freight payment & audit • Delivery consolidation • Truckload rating • Transportation planning – load consolidation, continuous moves, automated mode and carrier selection • International drop shipments • Logistics-related analytics/KPIs
Global manufacturer of insulated food and beverage containers, soft coolers, and lunch kits • Live on 11i • Warehouse Management, Order Management, Financials,E-Business Suite On Demand • Saved $665K in one-time and $180K in annually recurring IT costs • On track to save $6.2M through efficiency gains for 222% ROI • Shortened monthly close from 6 days to 2 days “With more demanding on-time requirements, inventory accuracy is essential. With Oracle Warehouse Management we know exactly what product we have, and where, at any point in time and the accuracy level is so high that our auditors no longer require us to take a physical inventory." -- Mike Yeager, Director of Logistics • Reduced inventory by $300K, expects to cut an additional $600K • Raised warehouse labor productivity by 15%, expects to reach 29%
Manufacturer, sells and distributes quality informal tableware, cookware and mugs • Headquartered in the UK with operations in Europe, North America, Australia, Asia, • Live on 11i • Warehouse Management, Procurement, Financials, Human Resources • Chose Oracle WMS to streamline supply chain execution from manufacturing to shipment • Goal: achieve 100% paperless warehouse • Increased small order picking productivity by 200-300% • Ship 30% more product without an increase in headcount • Increased inventory accuracy to over 99%
Oracle Warehouse Management Support Lower Total Cost of Ownership Increase Warehouse Efficiency Integrate WMS Throughout the Enterprise