A single system for everything that moves in your warehouse
Today, warehouses with over 500 active SKUs operate with shared Excel files, paper-based picking lists, and annual inventory counts. The result: shipping errors, phantom stock, inventory loss, and OTIF below 90%. The Azuvio WMS digitizes the entire physical flow—from receiving and putaway to picking, packing, shipping, and continuous inventory—using mobile scanners, logical locations, and automatic synchronization with your existing OMS and ERP.
Architecture diagram: order sources (OMS, EDI, eCom, marketplace) → Azuvio WMS (receiving, putaway, picking, packing, shipping, inventory) → couriers (Sameday, FAN, Cargus, DPD) + ERP (finance)
Order Sources
OMS · EDI · eCom · Marketplace · B2B · ERP
Azuvio WMS
Receiving · Putaway · Picking · Packing · Shipping · Inventory
Couriers
Sameday · FAN · Cargus · DPD · GLS
ERP
SAP · Charisma · Senior · WinMentor
Proof & Experience
Built by people who have been doing warehouse management since 2014
Live WMS in FMCG distribution, 3PL, and multi-store retail. Below are representative scenarios based on typical Azuvio implementations.
Built by Azuvio
- 12+ years of experience in warehouse and order management—implementing warehouse solutions since 2014
- 200+ active companies in FMCG distribution, 3PL, multi-store retail, and e-commerce
- R&D and support team in Romania, communicating in your language
- Public API documentation (Postman), changelog, and roadmap in every instance
Representative Scenarios
The figures below are aggregated from typical Azuvio implementations (FMCG distribution, 3PL, multi-store retail). They do not represent a single client; they illustrate the performance levels we see 3–6 months after go-live.
FMCG Distributor with 2 Warehouses
4,200 SKUs, 800 orders/day, paper-based picking with 3–5% error rates. Annual inventory with stock discrepancies worth tens of thousands of €.
Scanner-based picking—errors under 0.3%. Continuous weekly cycle counting. Receiving completed in 40% of the previous time.
Picking Errors (3% → 0.3%)
−95%
Productivity per Picker/Hour
+38%
Reported Phantom Stock
0
Multi-Client 3PL Operator
8 clients with different picking, packing, and labeling rules. Separate Excel files for each client. Impossible to report OTIF per client.
Logical tenant for each client (SKUs, locations, SLA rules). OTIF dashboard per client. Automated billing per pick / pallet / m³.
Clients on the same WMS
8
Average OTIF (84% → 94%)
+22%
Monthly Reporting Time
−65%
Multi-Store Retailer + Online Fulfillment
Central warehouse supplies 18 stores + online orders. Transfers managed in Excel, online order picking mixed with replenishment tasks.
Wave picking: replenishment in the morning, online orders in the afternoon. Automatic AWB generation for click & collect and home delivery.
Store Transfer Prep Time
−54%
Online Order Throughput
+41%
Central Warehouse Rollout
8 wk.
What makes the Azuvio WMS different
6 capabilities you get from day one
Scanner-Based Receiving and Putaway
Receive ASNs (Advance Shipment Notices) via EDI or manually. Perform scanner-based receiving with quantity/batch/SKU validation. Guided putaway to the optimal location based on rules (ABC, fresh-first, weight/volume).
Intelligent Picking
Wave picking, batch picking, zone picking, or pick-and-pack—choose based on volume. Route optimization algorithm for the warehouse. SKU + batch + serial number validation on the scanner. Error rates under 0.3%.
Packing & Shipping
Packing rules per client or channel. Automatic weighing, AWB generation for Sameday / FAN / Cargus / DPD / GLS. EAN-128 labels for retailers (native DESADV).
Logical Locations and Warehouse Layout
Map your warehouse by zones, rows, levels, and locations. Slotting rules per SKU (turnover, volume, fragility). Activity heatmap for layout optimization.
Continuous Inventory (Cycle Count)
Scheduled cycle counts by location or SKU without halting warehouse operations. Automatic reconciliation with your ERP. Reduces annual inventory time from 1 week to 1–2 days.
OMS + ERP + Courier Integration
The WMS receives orders from the OMS (or directly from the ERP / eCom), executes them physically, and syncs back the status, AWB, tracking, and updated stock. Native connectors with all major couriers in Romania.
Standalone or Smart Layer—You Choose
WMS as a complete platform or as a layer on top of your existing ERP
Standalone
If you currently manage your warehouse with shared Excel files and paper picking lists, the Azuvio WMS becomes your complete operational system. Your accountant continues to use Saga / Smart Bill / external accounting—we send them clean data.
For warehouses with 500–10,000 SKUs that don't have a WMS yet
Smart Layer
If you already have SAP, Charisma, Senior, or WinMentor with a value-based inventory module, the Azuvio WMS acts as a physical execution layer on top. Your ERP remains the source of truth for inventory value and finance; the WMS adds physical execution—locations, scanners, picking, packing, and AWBs.
For warehouses with 1,000+ SKUs and a functional ERP
Native Connectors for the Entire Warehouse Ecosystem
You don't have to change anything you already have. We integrate with everything.
Azuvio OMS
Orders from EDI, eCom, and marketplaces go directly to the WMS
EDI Carrefour / Kaufland / Mega Image
Automated ASN, DESADV, INVOIC messages with retailers
SAP / Charisma / Senior / WinMentor
Two-way sync for stock, receipts, dispatches, and inventory
Sameday / FAN / Cargus / DPD / GLS
Automated AWB, tracking sync, and returns management
WooCommerce / Shopify / Magento
Real-time stock and order fulfillment status
eMAG Marketplace
Dedicated picking, Sameday AWB, and status sync
Industrial Scanners (Zebra, Honeywell, Datalogic)
Native Android app, web app, offline-first capabilities
REST API + Webhooks
Integrate with any ERP / TMS / external system
Azuvio WMS vs. Alternatives
To be fair: each has a different scope
- Capability
- Azuvio WMS
- Manhattan / Körber WMS
- Excel + Paper
Scanner Picking (Android, SKU+batch validated)
Native
Yes
No
Native Integration with OMS + RO Retailer EDI
Native (since 2014)
Custom dev
No
Automated AWB for RO Couriers (Sameday, FAN, Cargus)
Native
Custom dev
Manual
Local ERP Integration (Charisma, Senior, WinMentor)
Native
No
No
Multi-Client / Multi-Tenant (3PL)
Native
Yes
No
Setup
4–8 weeks
9–18 months
Immediate (but not scalable)
Cost per User
€20 / month
€300+ / month
€0 (but high losses)
Local Support in Romania
Yes, in Romanian
Limited
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For mid-market warehouses (500–20,000 SKUs) in Romanian distribution, 3PL, and retail, the Azuvio WMS covers 90% of what Manhattan offers, at 7% of the cost and 10% of the implementation time.
8 Sources of Movement That Feed the WMS
Regardless of where the demand comes from, the warehouse responds from a single system.
Azuvio OMS
Orchestrated orders from the OMS arrive validated and allocated. Clean pick lists, no intermediate back-office work.
Major Retailer EDI
Orders from Carrefour, Kaufland, Mega Image, Auchan, Lidl. DESADV with EAN-128 labels generated automatically.
Your Own Online Store
WooCommerce, Merchant Pro, Shopify, Magento. Dedicated pick & pack for online fulfillment.
eMAG Marketplace
Marketplace orders with their own packaging rules. Automatic Sameday AWB. Tracking sync back to the channel.
Inter-Warehouse Transfers
Transfer requests from another warehouse or a store. Dedicated picking, courier AWB, and validated receiving at the destination.
Store Replenishment
Stock requests from stores, generated manually or based on min/max levels. Dedicated wave picking during off-peak hours.
Returns (RMA)
Return receiving with product condition validation (sellable, defective, scrap). Put back to stock or move to a quarantine zone.
Custom API (Enterprise Clients)
Public Postman docs, REST + webhooks. Integrate any TMS / ERP / external portal that needs to send requests to the warehouse.
WMS vs. OMS vs. ERP—Who Does What?
The three systems complement, not compete with, each other. The Azuvio WMS strictly handles physical execution in the warehouse without replacing your ERP or OMS.
- Capability
- WMS (Azuvio)
- OMS (Azuvio or other)
- ERP (SAP, Charisma, Senior)
Physical locations, putaway, scanner
Yes—master
No
No
Picking & packing with SKU+batch+serial validation
Yes—master
No
No
Multi-channel order capture (EDI, eCom, marketplace)
Receives from OMS
Yes—master
Limited / custom dev
Stock allocation & cross-channel ATP
Executes allocation
Yes—master
Only for own stock
Courier AWBs & physical shipping
Yes—native
Coordinates
No
Continuous physical inventory (cycle count)
Yes—native
No
Only value-based, annually
Invoicing & ANAF e-Factura
Sends to ERP
Sends to ERP
Yes—master
Accounting & fiscal reporting
No
No
Yes—master
The simple rule: an ERP is the financial brain, an OMS is the nervous system that orchestrates orders, and a WMS is the muscle that executes them physically. You need all three—but the Azuvio WMS lets you keep your current ERP.
Frequently Asked Questions about WMS
What is a WMS (Warehouse Management System)?
A WMS is a system that manages physical execution in the warehouse: receiving goods, putaway (location allocation), picking (for orders), packing, shipping, and continuous inventory. The Azuvio WMS runs natively on Android scanners, integrates with your OMS, ERP, and couriers, and operates with logical locations, configurable rules, and strict SKU+batch+serial validation.
What is the difference between a WMS, OMS, and ERP?
An ERP (SAP, Charisma, Senior, WinMentor) is the financial system—master for accounting, invoicing, and inventory value. An OMS orchestrates orders from multiple channels (EDI, eCom, marketplace). A WMS handles physical execution in the warehouse: scanning, locations, picking, packing, AWB. The three complement each other; they don't compete.
Do I need a WMS if my ERP already has an inventory module?
Yes, if you have over 500 active SKUs or more than 100 orders per day. Classic ERPs track inventory value (what it's worth), not physical inventory (its exact location, batch, or serial number). Without a WMS, picking relies on Excel or paper, leading to 2–5% error rates and low productivity. The Azuvio WMS sits on top of your ERP as a Smart Layer.
Can I use the Azuvio WMS without changing my current ERP?
Yes—this is the Smart Layer mode. The WMS integrates via REST API with SAP, Charisma, Senior, WinMentor, NetSuite, and other ERPs. The ERP remains the master for inventory value and finance; the WMS adds the physical layer—locations, scanners, picking, packing, AWB, and cycle counting.
How does scanner-based picking work?
The picker receives a list of items with location, SKU, and quantity on an Android scanner (Zebra, Honeywell, Datalogic). They scan the location (for validation), scan the SKU (for validation), and enter the quantity—the system verifies everything. The algorithm optimizes the path through the warehouse. Optional batch/serial number validation is available for pharma, electronics, or other regulated categories.
Do you support multi-client 3PL in the same warehouse?
Yes, natively. Each client has their own SKUs, dedicated or shared locations, picking/packing/labeling rules, SLAs, and separate billing. OTIF dashboard per client. Automated billing per pick, pallet, m³ stored, or a combination.
Do you generate AWBs automatically?
Yes, we have native connectors for Sameday, FAN Courier, Cargus, DPD, and GLS. The AWB is generated at the packing stage based on the address, weight, and volume. Tracking information is synced back to the WMS, OMS, and the source channel (e.g., eMAG, online store, EDI).
How is inventory managed with a WMS?
Instead of an annual inventory that shuts down the warehouse for 3–5 days, you perform continuous cycle counting: the system schedules 1–2% of locations/SKUs for daily verification. Discrepancies are automatically reconciled with the ERP. At the end of the year, a full physical inventory takes 1–2 days, not a week.
How long does implementation take?
Standalone (no existing WMS): 4–6 weeks for a warehouse with 1,000–5,000 SKUs. Smart Layer with ERP + EDI + courier integration: 6–8 weeks. 60 days of assisted onboarding are included, with scanner training for all operators.
How much does a WMS cost?
The Azuvio WMS starts at €12/user/month (Startup), €15 (Essential), €20 (Pro), and €28+ (Enterprise). 15-day free trial, no credit card required, no long-term contract. Android scanners are independent (hardware purchased separately, starting from €250/unit). For comparison, enterprise solutions (Manhattan, Körber) start at €300+/user/month.
Do you work with industrial scanners (Zebra, Honeywell, Datalogic)?
Yes. Our scanner app runs natively on Android (any industrial scanner with Android 8+) and also has a web version for tablets. It works offline-first—the operator can continue scanning even if the Wi-Fi drops, and data syncs upon reconnection.
Is there an on-premise version, or is it SaaS only?
The default is SaaS on AWS (recommended for uptime, backups, and automatic scaling). For enterprise clients who explicitly require it, we also offer an on-premise version with deployment on Kubernetes in their own infrastructure. The scanners work with both versions.
How the Azuvio WMS Works—6 End-to-End Steps
From receiving goods to delivery. Every step is digital, scanned, and auditable.
Receiving
Receive an ASN (Advance Shipment Notice) via EDI or enter it manually. The operator scans packages/pallets at the ramp, validating quantity vs. ASN, batch, and expiration date. Discrepancies are sent to a dedicated queue, ensuring nothing gets lost.
Putaway
The system suggests the optimal location based on rules (ABC, fresh-first, weight, volume, compatibility). The operator scans the location for automatic validation. Stock becomes sellable as soon as it's put away.
Picking
Wave picking, batch picking, or pick-and-pack—choose based on volume and SLA. The scanner provides an optimized route and validates the SKU and quantity for each item. Error rates are under 0.3%, even with 1,000+ picks/day.
Packing
Set packing rules per client or channel. Use automatic weighing, optimal box selection, and generate EAN-128 labels for retailers (native DESADV). The courier AWB is generated automatically upon completion.
Shipping
Parcels are grouped by courier and route. A courier manifest is generated automatically. The AWB is applied, tracking starts, and the status is synced back to the OMS and the source channel (eMAG, retailer EDI, online store).
Continuous Inventory
Schedule daily cycle counts on rotating locations or SKUs. Discrepancies are automatically reconciled with the ERP. Use the activity heatmap for optimal re-slotting. Annual inventory is reduced to 1–2 days.
WMS Glossary—Terms You'll Hear
Warehouse management vocabulary, explained in simple terms.
WMS (Warehouse Management System)
A system that manages physical execution in a warehouse—receiving, putaway, picking, packing, shipping, and inventory. It works with locations, scanners, and configurable rules.
ASN (Advance Shipment Notice)
An electronic notice from a supplier detailing what and how much will arrive at the warehouse. It allows for advanced preparation and automated validation upon arrival (quantity, batch, expiration).
Putaway
The process of placing received goods in their optimal location within the warehouse, according to slotting rules (ABC, fresh-first, weight, volume).
Picking
The physical retrieval of SKUs for an order. It can be single order, batch (multiple orders at once), wave (on a schedule), or zone (by warehouse area).
Packing
The process of packaging an order: selecting the optimal box, adding filler materials, applying labels, and including documents. Rules vary by client/channel—a retailer requires different labels than an e-commerce customer.
DESADV (Despatch Advice)
An EDI message with shipment details for a retailer: SKUs, quantities, pallets, and EAN-128 labels. Mandatory for Carrefour, Kaufland, Mega Image, and Auchan.
Cycle Count
Continuous inventory: a small percentage of locations/SKUs are checked daily without halting warehouse operations. It replaces (or shortens) the annual inventory count.
Slotting
The strategic placement of each SKU in the warehouse. Optimal slotting places high-turnover 'A' SKUs near the packing area, while 'B' and 'C' SKUs are placed further away; fresh items are sorted first.
Wave Picking
Scheduling picking in waves (e.g., retail orders at 9:00 AM, online orders at 2:00 PM, store transfers at 5:00 PM) to optimize resources and routes.
AWB (Air Waybill / Courier Label)
The document with the tracking code affixed to the package. The WMS generates it automatically based on the address, weight, and volume, via a courier connector.
RMA (Return Merchandise Authorization)
The return process: validating the product's condition (sellable, defective, scrap), returning it to a location or quarantine, and reconciling it with the OMS/ERP.
Cross-docking
Goods enter the warehouse and are dispatched to the customer/retailer within hours, without being stored. Typical for fresh produce, promotional campaigns, or drop-shipping.
OTIF (On-Time In-Full)
The percentage of orders shipped on time and complete. A key KPI in retailer relationships—falling below 95% can result in penalties.
Lot & Expiry Tracking
Traceability by lot number and expiration date. Mandatory for food, pharmaceuticals, and cosmetics—enabling automatic fresh-first (FEFO) picking.