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WMS Selection: How to Choose a Scalable System

Selecting a WMS solution (and partner) that grows with you

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"Choose a WMS that is broad in coverage, modern in architecture, modular, and truly configurable delivered by partners invested in your success and backed by real support. That's how you get performance today and a platform for tomorrow. The Cisco-Eagle x SAVOYE partnership helps you define and implement successful warehouse automation solutions from the first idea to the last bolt. "

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Complete functional coverage of business units, data sources and warehouse functions

You want a WMS that covers the day-to-day (receiving, putaway, inventory, picking, packing, shipping) and the edge cases (multi-site, multi-carrier, returns, compliance). When your mix changes—new channels, new customers, new regulations—you shouldn't need bolt-ons or re-platforming.

Savoye Picking Station powered by WMS

What to look for

  • Strong core features plus options like reverse logistics, serial/lot tracking, QA, VAS, kitting, and parcel compliance.
  • Multi-warehouse, multi-company, and multilingual capabilities baked in.

API-friendly, scalable cloud architecture that lets you connect to relevant systems

Your WMS should be comfortable in the cloud, API-friendly, and ready to plug into your ecosystem. Think of it as a platform for continuous innovation—able to connect with automation today and adopt AI/ML optimizations tomorrow without heavy rework.

WMS warehouse architecture cloud based

What to look for

  • Cloud and on-prem flexibility; open APIs; secure, high-availability design.
  • Interoperability with ERP, TMS/parcel, automation (AMRs/ASRS/conveyors), and analytics.

Modularity to move at your own pace with defined pathways for modules, functions and additional technologies

Start where you'll get quick wins, then add modules as you scale. Modularity helps you phase the project, control risk, and avoid "all-or-nothing" deployments.

WMS modularity allows more functions to be added over time.

What to look for

  • Module-by-module licensing and activation.
  • Clear upgrade path for labor, slotting, yard, VAS, and automation orchestration.

Specify a configurable system, free of customized code and complications

Configuration lets your team adapt workflows and rules from the UI—without waiting on custom code. That agility matters during peaks and when requirements change mid-quarter.

ODATIO WMS requires less (or no) custom code to configure

What to look for

  • Business rules engine and workflow configuration (no-code/low-code).
  • Sandbox for testing rule changes before go-live; versioning for quick rollback.

Trusted partners (publisher + integrator) who deliver comprehensive support and innovation

Software is just half the story. You also need partners who design, implement, train, and support for the long haul. This is where the Cisco-Eagle × Savoye partnership pays off: Savoye brings the ODATiO® platform and decades of WMS expertise; Cisco-Eagle brings design-to-go-live integration, safety-first engineering, hands-on training, and lifecycle support. We reduce risk, accelerate time-to-value, and keep your operation evolving.

Cisco-Eagle X Savoye Partnership

What to look for

  • Proof at scale (references, case visits), experienced PMs and solution architects.
  • Methodology that covers discovery → design → pilot → phased rollout → hypercare.

Support and training that helps you achieve in the real world from day one

Adoption makes or breaks the ROI. Insist on structured training for super-users and operators, plus responsive support when you need it most. Savoye's experience spans three decades implementing and supporting WMS for a variety of industries and applications. This partnership helps you navigate the complexity and implement systems that can be adapted and supported as you grow.

WMS documentation and support

What to look for

  • Support hotline, clear SLAs, e-learning and in-person training options.
  • Release notes and a roadmap you can plan around.
  • Recognition that your operation is a competitive advantage

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