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Indigo Software’s expert consultants will optimise your warehouse operations resulting in significant productivity gains and cost savings for your business both now and in the future.
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Below is a summary of a typical approach to how Indigo Software would implement a warehouse management system (WMS). Just click on the link which interests you.
Foundation
Implementation planning
Project launch
Project review
Hardware configuration
Software configuration
Process review
Education
Planning and delivery
Familiarisation
Solution delivery
Migration / cut over planning
Test migration / cut over plan
Business acceptance test
Implementation
End user training
Pre go live preparation
Go live
Go live support







Implementation planning
This part of the project typically includes the internal and external kick off meetings. A tentative project plan will be produced and presented to the customer for timeline approval







Project launch
Staff will be informed of the impending changes to the processes and procedures and advised of how the changes will benefit both the business and their own roles.







Project review
These monthly meetings will take place to update the teams on the progress of the project and to assist in achieving the baselines set up in the project plan.







Hardware configuration
This is required to be completed early on in the project following the identification of the required hardware, its ordering and subsequent delivery.
Some local infrastructure will be required to create the WIFI network in the warehouse and provide any local PC or printer upgrade







Software configuration
This is perhaps the most import stage of the initial phase of the project.
This stage allows us to document all the detail required to enable a successful implementation. One of Indigo’s senior consultants will look at the day to day detail of each relevant process and produce a document that will be used throughout the project.







Process review
This normally follows on from the External Kick Off meeting and allows Indigo to provide the correct level of software for loading.



Planning and delivery
This part of the project allows Indigo to train the super users in the warehouse and other functional areas of the business. Indigo always approach the training using a super user concept as this ensures that you can then train your own staff in the most appropriate and timely manner.



Familiarisation
This section of the project allows you to understand the solution and resolve any process issues. This ensures that all the issues encountered will have been investigated and resolved prior to the Business Acceptance Test.
A lot of emphasis on your people and processes is made in this area. Indigo would typically see customers spend a large percentage of the month understanding the product and process reengineering.




Migration / cut over planning
This phase involves the setting up of all the item profiles and any other required static data.




Test migration / cut over plan
This is a test process where any data migration can be tested to ensure compliance.




Business acceptance test
Indigo Software always highly recommend a customer acceptance test to ensure that any day to day issues are identified before any Go Live. We would typically over a number of days process one full day of actual live transactions in the test system.
These will typically include works order creation / receipts, purchases and some/all of the typical warehousing transactions, order despatch and perpetual inventory processes.



End user training
Indigo will assist in this area of end user training.
This stage will include all aspects of documentation for the users, for example crib sheets, and build confidence in the new processes that are to be implemented.



Pre go live preparation
This section includes the final sanity check of all the data and set up to ensure a successful project go live.


Go live support
To ensure a smooth go live, support during the Live week will be provided by a team from Indigo Software and include your staff where required.


Indigo Software’s consultants
Indigo Software’s team of highly knowledgeable consultants are all ex-industry professionals with a background in warehouse and logistics management. Indigo Software’s supply chain consultants have a wealth of combined implementation and user experience, enabling them to not only deliver high quality supply chain technology solutions, but to provide knowledge of industry and process standards.
Indigo Software’s ethos is to do the right things in the best way possible. Our consultants will visit your warehouse and meet you in person, to better understand your processes and to advise how best to improve your warehouse efficiency, saving you time and money.
Proven industry experience
Our team of consultants brings specialised expertise that will significantly enhance the operational efficiency and overall profitability of any business. Using their in-depth knowledge of warehouse operations, technology, and best practices, a WMS consultant will add value in the following key areas:
Process optimization:
Our consultants will analyse existing warehouse processes and identify inefficiencies and bottlenecks that are potentially holding the business back. They will then design and help you implement new streamlined workflows that maximise productivity, reduce errors, and minimize handling times. This leads to faster order processing and improved service levels.
Inventory management:
Effective inventory management is crucial for reducing costs and meeting customer demands. As part of a WMS implementation project our consultants will help you implement advanced inventory tracking and management techniques, such as real-time data analytics, automated replenishments and accurate demand forecasting and enhanced multi order picking processes. All of these can effectively reduce excess inventory, help you minimise stock discrepancies, and improve cash flow.
Cost reduction:
By identifying areas where waste can be reduced, and resources can be utilised more efficiently our WMS consultants will help businesses lower operational costs. This will include optimising storage space, improving labour productivity through better task and resource management, and reducing the costs associated with errors and returns.
Scalability and flexibility:
As businesses grow, their warehouse operations must scale accordingly. Indigo Software’s consultants ensure that the warehouse management system is scalable and flexible enough to be able to accommodate growth and changes in your business models. This future-proofs the business against evolving market demands and technological advancements.
Compliance and risk management:
In today’s busy world navigating the complexities of regulatory compliance and risk management can be challenging. A WMS consultant ensures that warehouse operations adhere to relevant regulations and standards, such as health and safety protocols and environmental regulations. They also implement robust risk management strategies to mitigate potential disruptions.
Having successfully implemented numerous warehouse management system solutions globally, your warehousing consultancy project is in tried and tested hands resulting in a smooth and efficient process. Indigo Software’s consultants have extensive real world experience in a warehouse setting, ensuring a practical and business process focused solution, rather than just an IT led solution.
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What Indigo Software’s consultancy customers say about working with us
“The project was excellent, being delivered with very few issues and to budget. The implementation was planned well, with all modifications factored in at the outset, so there were no surprises along the way.”
Nick Fournier, Head of Logistics
“The staff at Ring only have positive things to say about Indigo. Our consultant was very professional and a delight to work with.“
Paul Whittaker, Group IT Manager
“The company’s consulting team have quickly developed an in-depth understanding of our business and how processes could be improved.”
Dana Duff, IT Director
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For further information on how Indigo’s supply chain experts can help make your warehouse more efficient and lower your warehousing costs please contact us.
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