Managing inventory is not easy. In fact, you have many things to consider when choosing the right warehouse inventory management system (WIMS). For example, you need something everyone can use and understand. However, you also need a system complex enough to handle everything. A Web-based WIMS offers many benefits, and here are some to consider.
What Does Cloud-Based Mean?
“In the cloud” refers to the Internet. The World Wide Web has millions of server computers working together to create a vast network. “Cloud-based” refers to programs and storage methods stored on Internet server computers and not personal or business computer hard drives.
Benefits
Your warehouse inventory management system in the cloud is simple to use. All you need is a computer or hand-held device and access to the internet.
How is this possible?
Normally, you install computer software programs on your hard drive. To access the program, you need the original computer. However, cloud-based applications are Internet server programs. You run these programs from any computer connected to the server via the Internet.
Because your WIMS is in the cloud, you can use it any time of the night or day, and from anywhere on the planet. You don’t have stay at the office, nor do you need your personal computer.
Everyone Has Access
Everyone in your organization can use your warehouse inventory management system. However, you might want to restrict access to some people. You can do this through the administrator function of the program. In fact, you can make everyone use a password.
Analytics and Reports
You can easily run reports and analysis with a cloud-based inventory program. This lets the warehouse, production, and other departments share information.
Data Backup
Cloud storage is the most secure data backup method. Your important information is not stored on the premises.
