Warehouse Topology
The warehouse topology in the Weaver WMS system allows the actual warehouse structure to be mapped in the system, facilitating space management and goods flow. With the place management module, users can define warehouses, sectors, and storage places, assigning detailed properties to them. This functionality enables logistics process optimization, labeling automation, and the use of mobile terminals for precise goods tracking. The system also supports goods placement strategies, improving operational efficiency.
A warehouse is divided into sectors (e.g., Shelves), sectors are divided into sub-sectors (columns) and levels, and the intersection of a column and a level is a place.
Tree structure:
Shelf
├── Sub-sector/Column 1
│ ├── Level 1
│ │ ├── Place 1
│ │ │ ├── Socket 1
│ │ │ └── Socket 2
│ │ └── Place 2
│ │ ├── Socket 1
│ │ └── Socket 2
│ ├── Level 2
│ │ ├── Place 1
│ │ │ ├── Socket 1
│ │ │ └── Socket 2
│ │ └── Place 2
│ │ ├── Socket 1
│ │ └── Socket 2
│ └── ...
├── Sub-sector/Column 2
│ ├── Level 1
│ │ ├── Place 1
│ │ │ ├── Socket 1
│ │ │ └── Socket 2
│ │ └── Place 2
│ │ ├── Socket 1
│ │ └── Socket 2
│ ├── Level 2
│ │ ├── Place 1
│ │ │ ├── Socket 1
│ │ │ └── Socket 2
│ │ └── Place 2
│ │ ├── Socket 1
│ │ └── Socket 2
│ └── ...
└── ...
To manage warehouse topology, go to Settings in the top menu bar and select Warehouse Topology.
Menu Structure:
Warehouses:
- Add warehouse
- Edit warehouse
- Delete warehouse
Sectors:
- Add sector
- Edit sector
- Delete sector
Places:
- Add place
- Edit place
- Edit place properties
- Overwrite multiple properties (select multiple)
- Delete place
Add Warehouse
To add a warehouse, specify its Code and Name, and then its dimensions.
If ERP integration is enabled, you can map an external warehouse.
In the second tab, you can provide address details.
Add Sector
To add a sector in the WMS system, define its code and name.
Next, specify the number of sub-sectors and the starting number in their numbering.
The next step is to set the number of levels and the starting number for levels.
Sockets represent smaller units within a place.
Finally, configure the place numbering format, typically in the format: Sector Name | Sub-sector | Level | Socket.
After creation, the system will generate a sector and its corresponding places.
If you need to add another place, you can do so by clicking the Add place button. Set the required parameters and confirm by clicking Save.
Option | Description |
---|---|
Package type | Select the packaging type for the storage place. |
The place is for picking | Optimizes goods quantity according to minimum and optimal stock levels. |
Block storage units after moving | Blocks storage units after they are transferred to this place. |
Empty the storage units after moving | Automatically empties units after transfer to this place. |
Maximum container dimensions | Maximum dimensions of stored goods: height, width, length. |
Maximum quantity | Maximum number of units at the place. |
Maximum weight | Maximum load weight at the place. |
Collection order | Priority of picking goods from this place. |
ABC Classification | Assign the place to ABC classification (turnover or value of goods). |
XYZ Classification | Assign the place to XYZ classification (demand predictability). |
Save / Cancel | Save or cancel changes. |
Here you can set minimum stock levels for materials planned to be stored at this place.