Warehouse Management System (WMS)

Software that controls warehouse operations such as receiving, storage locations, picking, packing, and inventory counts.

By Brandon MinaCEO, BrandPilot AIUpdated November 2026

Short answer

A warehouse management system (WMS) is software that controls day-to-day warehouse operations. It manages receiving, storage locations, picking, packing, shipping, and inventory counts. A WMS improves accuracy and speed, reduces labour and errors, and gives retailers and logistics providers real-time visibility into stock across their facilities.