WMS ROI Calculator
Ready to see what a WMS will do for your bottom line? Datapel has created an easy-to-use calculator to help you understand what return on investment you might see from the implementation of Datapel Cloud.WMS in your business.
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Key Factors of WMS ROI
When making significant software purchases, management approval and commitment are crucial. One of the key factors that management typically looks for is the return on investment (ROI) and how quickly the system can generate savings and improvements. For warehouse operators seeking to build their ROI case, we have identified four main areas where a WMS can have a significant impact on your warehouse operation.
Labour Savings
By optimising picking routes and walk paths,
a WMS can reduce travel time and increase
productivity, leading to substantial savings in labour costs.
Increased Productivity
With staff shortages being a challenge in logistics and supply chains, a WMS enables maximum efficiency, allowing workers to do more in less time, resulting in faster order processing and increased profits.
Onboarding
High turnover can negatively affect productivity and incur expenses. A WMS with intuitive features can automate processes and streamline training for new employees.
Reduce Errors
Fulfilment errors and mis-ships can be costly in terms of customer satisfaction and penalties. A structured WMS with checks and balances ensures accurate shipments, minimising costly mistakes.
Basic WMS ROI calculator
Number of Warehouse Staff 3
Number of Order Management/Entry Staff 1
Average Hourly Rate $30
Annual Average Value of Stock $750,000
Annual Shrinkage Per Year 0.75%
Order Shipping Accuracy 97% of Orders
Average Orders per Day 400
Cost per Order Error $50
Training and Setup
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Cost Summary
Total Annual Labor Cost $750,000
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