Is Essentials Right for You?
Built for warehouses ready to get more out of every day: teams that need proven WMS functionality, straightforward implementation and the ability to manage core operations from one platform.
Who Essentials is built for
- Growing WarehousesFor operations replacing spreadsheets, disconnected systems or manual processes.
- Distribution OperationsFor teams that need better inventory accuracy, order fulfillment and visibility.
- ManufacturersFor organizations that need dependable warehouse control without unnecessary complexity.
- Fulfillment OperationsFor operations looking to improve receiving, picking, packing and shipping.
Essentials is a good fit if you:
- Roughly 20 warehouse users
- One location
- Moving off spreadsheets or a basic system
- Need core inventory, receiving, picking and shipping
- Want to go live quickly
- Don't need extensive workflow customization
Not sure if Essentials fits your operation? Tell us about your warehouse and we'll help you determine which WMS is right for you.
Find Your FitEverything You Need to Run Your Warehouse
Inventory Control
Know what you have, where it is and when you need more.
- Cycle counting
- Adjustments
- Replenishment
- Inventory accuracy
- Recall management
Receiving & Putaway
Get inventory received and into the right location faster.
- Receiving workflows
- Putaway
- Inventory movement
- RF device compatibility
Order Fulfillment
Move orders from pick to ship with less manual work.
- Order management
- Picking
- Packing
- Shipping
- Returns
Dock & Space Management
Keep dock activity and warehouse space organized.
- Dock scheduling
- Space utilization
- Workflow management
Billing & Reporting
See activity and costs clearly, without extra spreadsheets.
- Invoicing
- Activity tracking
- Standard and custom reporting
Integrations & EDI
Keep your ERP, TMS, e-commerce and trading partners in sync.
- ERP connectivity
- TMS connectivity
- E-commerce integrations
- Parcel systems
- EDI
Answers Built In, With CODI
CODI helps your team find answers in your WMS documentation, so new hires and existing staff get unstuck without waiting on a support ticket.
See Essentials in Action
Manage the Dock
Schedule recurring appointments and keep dock activity organized.
Know Where Inventory Is
See inventory locations and status across your warehouse.
See Your Operation at a Glance
Charts and KPIs across your Essentials modules in one dashboard, no juggling spreadsheets.
Straightforward Doesn't Mean Basic.
Fast to Implement
Start with proven WMS workflows instead of building a system from the ground up.
Easy for Your Team
Give warehouse employees straightforward workflows they can learn and use quickly.
Built for What's Next
Start with Essentials today and move to Enterprise when your operation outgrows it.
From Spreadsheets to a Real WMS
Before Essentials
- Spreadsheets and manual updates
- Limited inventory visibility
- Disconnected systems
- Manual receiving and fulfillment processes
- Difficult reporting
- WMS implementation feels overwhelming
With Essentials
- Centralized inventory visibility
- Standardized warehouse workflows
- Connected ERP, e-commerce and EDI systems
- More consistent receiving and fulfillment
- Built-in reporting
- Go live in less than four weeks*
Which Codeworks WMS Is Right for You?
Ready to Run
For growing warehouses and DTC operations that need a straightforward WMS they can implement quickly.
- Growing warehouses & DTC businesses
- ~20 users, 1 location
- Paper, spreadsheets or a basic system today
- Want proven core WMS functionality, fast
Promise: Get up and running fast.
You're HereBuilt to Adapt
For complex operations that need configurable workflows, integrations and advanced capabilities.
- 3PLs, chemical, manufacturing support
- Multiple customers or multiple facilities
- Complex workflows and requirements
- Deep ERP, TMS or EDI integrations
Promise: Make the WMS fit your operation.
Explore EnterpriseA Better Warehouse Starts With Better Visibility
From Decision to Go-Live Without the Guesswork
Understand
We learn about your operation, workflows and goals.
Configure
We configure Essentials around your operation and prepare your team.
Go Live
Launch with training and support from people who understand warehouse operations.
You don't have to figure out your WMS alone. Our team brings decades of warehouse and logistics experience to every implementation.
*Less than 4 weeks reflects typical Essentials implementations. Actual timeline varies by data readiness, integration scope and organizational availability.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Codeworks Essentials?
Codeworks Essentials is a real, standardized WMS built for warehouses that need core inventory, order, receiving and shipping functionality without the complexity of a fully configurable enterprise platform.
Who is Essentials designed for?
Growing warehouses, DTC and e-commerce businesses, and operations replacing spreadsheets or a basic system with a real WMS.
What features are included?
Inventory management, receiving and putaway, order management, picking, packing, shipping, dock and space management, billing and standard reporting, plus ERP, TMS, e-commerce and EDI integrations.
Can Essentials integrate with our ERP?
Yes. Essentials includes standard ERP connectivity as part of its core integrations.
How long does implementation take?
Typical Essentials implementations go live in less than four weeks, using a standardized, three-step process: understand your operation, configure Essentials around it, then go live with training.
Can we move from Essentials to Enterprise?
Yes. Essentials is designed as a starting point. As your operation grows into multi-client, multi-facility or more advanced integration needs, you can move to Codeworks Enterprise.
How much does Essentials cost?
Essentials is offered as a straightforward, flat-rate subscription sized to your operation. Request a quote and we will scope the right price for your warehouse.
Does Essentials include CODI?
Yes. On Essentials, CODI helps your team find answers in your WMS documentation. Codeworks Enterprise unlocks CODI's deeper operational intelligence for more complex operations.