Efficient Warehouse Automation: How 4i apps solutions Transformed Pharmatrade’s Distribution Operations with Oracle WMS

Problem statement

A leading healthcare products distributor serves hospitals, clinics, laboratories, diagnostic centers, and retail pharmacies across the UAE, collaborating with major pharmaceutical brands. Maintaining prompt delivery and adequate inventory is a top priority. The client previously relied on manual processes which were time consuming, and the processes were not optimized. To improve efficiency, the client aimed to automate their warehouse operations using Oracle WMS, enhancing processes such as receiving and picking orders, inventory management, shipping, and order management.

Solutions Provided

4i has provided the following solution to Pharmatrade to automate their Warehouse process:

• Implementation of built-in, highly efficient and flexible Oracle WMS
• Configuration of Standard MSCA features
• Development of custom Mobile Application – Cycle Counting for reserved items
• Integrated with Oracle EBS
• Automated Pick and Pack area processes
• Automated Cold Store Chain Management processes
• 6 existing inventory organizations enabled with WMS

Key Benefits of Client

• Streamlines product storage and retrieval with mobile handheld devices.
• Employs standard OEM barcodes/QR codes, saving time and reducing errors.
• Offers deeper business insights, facilitating expansion opportunities.
• Reduces manual intervention by automating data uploads and verification.
• Improves control over consolidation and reporting processes.
• Boosts labor productivity and optimizes warehouse space utilization.
• Enhances on-time shipments and improves shipment accuracy.