WMS Architecture & Modular Suite Overview

1. Overview & Business Value#

This comprehensive operational guide details the architecture, business workflows, configuration parameters, and execution steps for WMS Architecture & Modular Suite Overview within SmartERP.

SmartERP Enterprise WMS Suite Overview#

The SmartERP Enterprise Warehouse Management System (WMS) is a Tier-1 operational platform architected for high-throughput distribution hubs, manufacturing warehouses, cold-chain depots, and multimodal dry ports.

graph TD
    DASH["smarterp_wms_dashboard<br/>Command Center & IronNest Visualizer"]
    SLOT["smarterp_wms_slotting<br/>3D Volumetrics & ABC/XYZ Engine"]
    GOV["smarterp_wms_governance<br/>Blind Counting & QC Interception"]
    FUL["smarterp_wms_fulfillment<br/>Wave/Cluster Picking & Mobile RF"]

    SLOT -->|Live Occupancy & Limits| DASH
    GOV -->|Exception Feeds & Approvals| DASH
    FUL -->|Throughput & Route Progress| DASH
    SLOT -->|Pick Sequence & Putaway Rules| FUL
    GOV -->|Quarantine Routing| SLOT

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2. Prerequisites & Security Access Groups#

• Required Modules: stock, smarterp_wms_enterprise
• Security Groups:
  • Warehouse Clerk (Technical ID: stock.group_stock_user)
  • Warehouse Manager (Technical ID: stock.group_stock_manager)
• Master Data Dependencies: Multi-warehouse aisles, racks, shelves, bins, putaway rules, cycle count schedules, and barcode terminal profiles.

3. Step-by-Step Configuration & Execution#

Step 1: Navigating to the Module Interface#

1. Log into your SmartERP instance at https://smarterp.et/odoo.
2. Open the main App Switcher (grid icon in the top-left corner).
3. Select the Inventory app icon.
4. From the top navigation bar, open Inventory → Operations → Multi-Warehouse Operations / Putaway Rules / Wave Picking.

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Step 2: Creating and Parameterizing Records#

1. Click the New button in the top-left control panel.
2. Complete the mandatory fields in the record form:
   • Source Location (Mandatory): Warehouse physical bin or staging zone
   • Destination Location (Mandatory): Target storage shelf or dispatch bay
   • Product & Quantity (Mandatory): Inventory items with standard units of measure
   • Operation Type (Mandatory): Internal transfer, putaway, wave pick, or delivery order
3. Configure optional operational parameters and localized tags as required:
   • Barcode Scan Verification (Optional): Mandatory barcode scanning confirmation
   • Pallet / SSCC Package ID (Optional): Serialized shipping container code
   • Assigned Warehouse Equipment (Optional): Forklift, reach truck, or manual pallet jack
4. Click the Save icon in the control bar to commit the record.

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Step 3: Validating and Processing Transactions#

• State Transitions: Execute operational state progression (Draft Picking → Waiting Availability → Reserved → Wave Pick In Progress → Pack Checked → Done).
• Ledger & System Impact: Updates stock valuation layers dynamically and adjusts inventory lot quantities across designated warehouse storage locations.
• Audit Verification: Automated recording of author ID, timestamp, and immutable revision history.

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Modular Addon Structure#

The platform is partitioned into four independent, upgrade-safe modules targeting Odoo 19 Community Edition + OWL 2.0:

1. smarterp_wms_slotting:
   • 3D physical constraints on warehouse bins: cubic meters ($m^3$) and maximum weight load ($kg$).
   • Automated Pareto ABC turnover velocity and XYZ demand variance classification.
   • S-Shape serpentine routing sequence algorithm.
   • Capacity-aware directed putaway rules preventing bin overflow.
2. smarterp_wms_governance:
   • Blind cycle counting with theoretical on-hand quantity obfuscation for counters.
   • Two-tier financial variance sign-offs ($5,000 / 50,000 ETB CFO threshold).
   • Inline Quality Control (QMS) quarantine hold and inspection routing.
3. smarterp_wms_fulfillment:
   • Batch wave and cluster cart picking orchestration.
   • Multi-tote cart assignment with visual pick-to-light color tags.
   • Mobile GS1-128 RF barcode scanner OWL 2.0 progressive web app with Web Audio feedback chimes.
4. smarterp_wms_dashboard:
   • Sub-200ms raw SQL KPI engine (Valuation, Turnover, OTIF, Stockout Risk, Dead Stock, Dock-to-Stock).
   • IronNest 2D multi-section warehouse floor map with solid occupied pockets vs. diagonal-hatched empty slots.
   • Circular SVG radial usage donut gauge (56% Location Used) and interactive bin inspection drawers.

4. Advanced Configuration Points#

• Automated Actions & Scheduled Tasks (Crons):
  • Inventory: Cycle count schedule trigger (stock.ir_cron_cycle_count): Runs weekly to select locations for scheduled physical cycle counting
  • WMS: Auto-replenish forward pick bins (stock.ir_cron_replenish): Runs daily to trigger internal moves from bulk storage to picking faces
• Custom Print Templates & Reports:
  • Warehouse Storage Bin Location Map & Occupancy
  • Stock Valuation Summary by Storage Location
  • Wave Picking & Packing Slip with Barcode Verification
• Multi-Company Rules: Record-level security isolation under Company 1 (Ashewa Technology Solutions S.C.), preventing cross-company ledger leakage across parent and subsidiary legal entities.

5. Comprehensive Troubleshooting Matrix#