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It is not easy to write about warehouse software without getting into a substantial amount of technical jargon. Therefore, we were delighted to find a study of warehouse management systems written in plain English. Phil Obal's writing represents a no-nonsense approach to the search for a new warehouse management system. KBA -- Warehousing Forum, December, 1998


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This research report educates the reader into a higher level of WMS knowledge, so that the reader is prepared to seriously search and evaluate WMS software. Three goals are targeted in the research report. First, educating the reader on what are common functional differences between WMS solutions, which covers 20 functional areas. Second, educating the reader on common functional deficiencies (missing functions), which covers about 20 functional areas. Thirdly, the reader is taught on how to write an RFP and tips on evaluating solutions are provided. A list of North America WMS solutions is provided.

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  • Plastic Comb: 88 pages
  • Publisher: Industrial Data & Information Inc.; 1 edition (January 1999)
  • Language: English
  • ISBN-10: 0966934504
  • ISBN-13: 978-0966934502
  • Product Dimensions: 11 x 8.1 x 0.5 inches
  • Shipping Weight: 8.8 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
  • Average Customer Review: 4.3 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (6 customer reviews)
  • Amazon.com Sales Rank: #1,785,777 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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2.0 out of 5 stars a simple checklist, April 18, 2001
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The text is simplistic. It names the names but doesn't go into depth about the pros and cons of various system features. If you're new to the world of WMS and looking to purchase one from a third-party vendor, this pamphlet provides a convenient checklist of features to ask potential vendors about. If you're already familiar with the terrain, don't waste your money. I purchased the book hoping to find a couple of ideas that would help me improve the WMS in my company. It took me an hour to read, during which time I got one new idea I might use, someday. For that reason only, I'm not going to ask for a refund.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Very good book to get WMS knowledge FAST!!!, May 25, 2002
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This book assisted us to understand the WMS space in a fast clip. We did -not- understand the WMS software vertical prior to this and by using this book, it helped us to get an experienced consultant's mindset.

Now we can tell the "boys from the men" and the "pretenders from the contenders" based on what functionality the WMS package has or has not! Obal goes into 45 functional areas and labels these as "common differentiators" (differences) and "common deficiences" (missing items). Bravo for a brave person to point out what items to look for, during the search process!!

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5.0 out of 5 stars Failure Avoidance, June 20, 2000
The book is so good that someone actually stole it before we could finish following the process it describes. I have never before tried to find a WMS to fill a given need. Before ordering this book I had spent several months trying to match up our needs with an appropriate WMS. It wasn't going well. Then we stumbled upon the tool we needed. The RFI is very complete and easy to customize to your specific needs. We read the book, customized the RFI and shipped it out to 100 companies. We received 19 responses back, narrowed the search to three companies and were ready to continue the process in the book only to discover that someone had "borrowed" it. Because of the price we elected to not replace it.
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5.0 out of 5 stars It's more than just What To Look For In a WMS.
This publication provided an insightful description of common deficiencies and differentiators within WMS software. Read more
Published on September 22, 2000 by John

5.0 out of 5 stars A Must for WMS Request for Proposal from Vendors
The author, Philip Obal, accomplished his goals with this excellent reference. His presentation does indeed outline what separates the many vendor "pretenders" from the... Read more
Published on June 14, 2000 by Walt Williams

4.0 out of 5 stars What To Look For In Warehouse Management System Software.
A weighted cornerstone for an inital focus on warehouse functionalty; and, a catch all reference to avoid potential blind spots during the evaluation process.
Published on June 13, 2000 by Steve

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