Warehouse Control Systems
WCS orchestrates the operation of automated material handling equipment, such as conveyors, sorters, AS/RS and picking systems.
What is a WCS?
A WCS is software that integrates with the WMS to provide additional control and functionality to the system. It is designed to interact with and control the automated equipment in the facility.
Connecting & Controlling Automated Equipment
Warehouse control systems (WCS) are software solutions designed to manage and optimize the flow of goods and materials within a warehouse, functioning as a critical component of warehouse automation. Unlike Warehouse Management Systems (WMS), which focus on inventory management and logistics planning, WCS specifically orchestrates the real-time operation of automated equipment, such as conveyors, sorters, and automated guided vehicles (AGVs). By controlling these systems, WCS enhances the efficiency and accuracy of material handling operations, ensuring that the right products are in the right place at the right time. WCS typically uses data from sensors and real-time tracking to guide equipment and personnel, prioritize tasks, and manage order processing flows. This results in reduced cycle times, minimized errors, and optimal use of resources throughout the warehouse.
Pyramid WCS has been successfully integrated with the control technologies utilized in a variety of material handling equipment (MHE) from all industry leading OEMs, including AB/Rockwell, Siemens and many others.
Get in control of your warehouse systems
Is your operation lacking cohesiveness? Adding a WCS will help orchestrate your automated equipment.
Case Study
Ecommerce, Autobagger Recontrol
An ecommerce apparel retailer had issues with two automated bagging lines. Most single and multi-line orders were processed through the autobaggers to generate invoices and returns authorization paperwork, then packaged the papers with merchandise and marketing collateral. New warehouse control system software and customized controls from Pyramid Automation increased insertion, bagging, and labeling output to 20 orders per minute.
More than just equipment. Built for excellence.
As your end-to-end automation partner, we listen and solve, innovate and support, so that nothing stands in your way.
More than just equipment. Built for excellence.
As your end-to-end automation partner, we listen and solve, innovate and support, so that nothing stands in your way.