The NetSuite WMS Module
Optimize Inventory and Fulfillment Across Complex Supply Chains
Managing order fulfillment across channels, warehouses, and global subsidiaries introduces complexities from inventory visibility to daily operational execution. The NetSuite Warehouse Management System (WMS) provides unified automation to synchronize your commerce and fulfillment.
The NetSuite WMS module goes beyond basic inventory software, seamlessly integrating omnichannel order orchestration and optimized fulfillment workflows with mobile tools for real-time warehouse execution. It unifies fulfillment to improve efficiency, accuracy, and scalability.
Why Choose NetSuite WMS?
NetSuite WMS goes beyond basic inventory software to enable complete automation and optimization from demand planning through order orchestration to fulfillment execution.
- Unified order management and inventory visibility across all channels
- Intelligent fulfillment algorithms to optimize sourcing decisions
- Graphical warehouse layout management and slotting optimization
- Robust workflow engine to adapt processes to unique requirements
- Real-time monitoring of orders, inventory, people, and equipment
- Integrated labeling, packing, and shipping execution
- Built-in 3PL and multi-carrier shipping integration
Key Capabilities of NetSuite WMS
Omnichannel Order Orchestration
- Unified retail and ecommerce order visibility
- Intelligent order sourcing and shipment consolidation
- Cross-docking and flow-through distribution
Analytics and Reporting
- Operational KPIs like perfect order, labor efficiency
- Inventory analysis with expiry, serial visibility
- Custom reporting and order/item event triggering
Inventory Management
- Bin, lot, and serial number tracking
- Real-time cycle counting and adjustments
- Support for expiry dates, batches, and kits
Shipping Integration
- Multi-carrier rating, labels, and manifests
- Freight cost allocation rules by order
- Customs documentation and landed cost calculation
Mobile Workflow Execution
- Intuitive workflows by warehouse process
- Mobile scanning and RF devices integration
- Paperless processing and label printing
Graphical Warehouse Mapping
- Drag-and-drop warehouse and zone layout
- Slotting optimization algorithms
- Graphical workflow and task management
Labor and Equipment Tracking
- Labor planning, time booking, and activity tracking
- Equipment utilization monitoring
- Dynamic task assignment and exceptions handling
Customization and Integration of NetSuite WMS
Customizations
- SuiteFlow and SuiteScripting for proprietary workflows
- Custom warehouse management mobile app
- Extended IoT and sensor integrations
- Custom inventory analysis and reporting
Integrations with Other Modules
- Unified with NetSuite order and inventory
- Shared item, location, and employee databases
- Real-time order and fulfillment monitoring
Third-Party Integrations
- Pre-built EDI and partner portal integration
- APIs for external system connectivity
- Standard barcode, RFID integration
Industry Solutions
Software/SaaS
- Unified fulfillment across physical and digital goods
- Automation for order drop-ship workflows
- Optimization of on-demand production integration
Manufacturing
- Shop floor integration with WIP tracking
- Quality assurance automation
- Component and material optimization
Media and Publishing
- Direct-to-consumer and subscription fulfillment
- Optimized kitting and bundle workflows
- Automated merchandise return workflows
Food and Beverage
- Inventory monitoring and expiry management
- Automated quality control workflows
- Route delivery planning and execution
Retail
- Unified store and ecommerce fulfillment
- Ship-from-store and BOPIS orchestration
- Automated cycle counting and adjustments
Healthcare
- Pharmaceutical supply chain orchestration
- Medical equipment inventory control
- Clinical inventory management standardization
Third-Party Logistics
- Custom billing and chargeback workflows
- Flexible mobile solution configuration
- API integration to logistics platforms
Wholesale Distribution
- Direct-to-consumer ecommerce integration
- Supplier returns and repair workflows
- Automated purchasing and replenishment
Get your fulfillment running smoothly
Want to learn more about optimizing and automating unified omnichannel fulfillment with NetSuite WMS? Connect with SuiteRep’s NetSuite consultants to evaluate your distribution requirements.
FAQs
How does NetSuite WMS compare to standalone warehouse management systems?
NetSuite WMS is natively integrated as part of a unified cloud ERP, providing deeper real-time inventory, order and fulfillment orchestration vs traditional standalone WMS solutions. This eliminates the need for complex middleware. Pre-built integration to commerce and financials enables end-to-end automation and visibility vs siloed WMS point solutions.
What order channels can you orchestrate delivery from?
Omnichannel order sourcing, fulfillment, and shipping orchestration is supported across brick-and-mortar store networks, ecommerce stores, online marketplaces, webstores and websites, phone/catalog orders, wholesale order delivery, direct-to-consumer subscription delivery and more. Any order endpoint can be integrated for unified visibility and optimized fulfillment execution.
Can you scale automation globally?
Absolutely! The unified order, inventory, and warehouse management platform provided by NetSuite means large enterprises can start with a single warehouse implementation then scale automation across multiple warehouses, subsidiaries, countries, and continents. The system supports 20+ languages and 190+ currencies out of the box.
How long does it take to implement NetSuite WMS?
For mid-market brands running a couple distribution centers, typical implementation timeframes range from 8 to 12 weeks. For large global enterprises managing 50+ warehouses, implementation projects are usually 3-6 months. Accelerated implementations are possible for standard workflows but 3PL integrations may require deeper configuration.
What graphical features are included for warehouse mapping?
Drag-and-drop warehouse layout mapping allows supply chain managers to dynamically map physical warehouse structures including zones, aisles, shelves, and bins. Slotting optimization tools recommend efficient storage space allocation across items, inventory dimensions, and velocities. Graphical workflows standardize user picking, receiving, counting, and reporting tasks by warehouse process.
How are reporting and analytics capabilities different?
Real-time monitoring of orders, inventory, and shipping integrated data provides better visibility than traditional WMS point solutions. Pre-built KPI dashboards cover order-to-fulfillment metrics like perfect order as well as warehouse operations KPIs like item velocity and labor efficiency. Custom reporting and incorporation of IoT sensor data enables robust analytics.
What options exist for customization and integration?
NetSuite SuiteFlow workflow, SuiteScript procedural logic, and comprehensive API access enables customized workflows, warehouse procedures, inventory management processes and mobile solutions extending standard WMS capabilities to meet niche industry, business model, and stakeholder requirements.
How is global trade and regulatory compliance supported?
From customs documentation to landed cost calculation and global tax determination, NetSuite natively supports unified commerce businesses operating global supply chains and store networks. Additional features like UOM conversion, pick/pack strategies per source warehouse, and support for 20+ languages cover nuances required when scaling globally.