Kardex Drive
Seamless SAP® integration for direct control of your Kardex machines.
Kardex Drive is a machine interface that allows organizations using SAP® WM, IM, or EWM modules to control Kardex automated storage systems directly from their SAP® environment. This plug-in solution eliminates the need for separate software, enabling full inventory, location, and workflow management within SAP®—streamlining operations, reducing complexity, and maximizing data consistency across your warehouse.
SAP Integration Features and Benefits
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Seamless Integration
Easily connects your Kardex ASRS with SAP® WM, IM, or EWM—enabling warehouse control from one unified system.
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Real-Time Visibility
Monitor inventory, order status, and warehouse activity in real time—supporting faster decisions and proactive supply chain management.
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Automated Inventory Management
Automatically update stock levels, manage storage locations, and track material movement—directly within your SAP® system.
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Streamlined Order Fulfilment
Simplify picking and shipping workflows to accelerate order turnaround and reduce manual intervention.
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Improved Reporting and Analytics
Access detailed reports on KPIs like inventory turnover, lead times, and order accuracy—right from your SAP® dashboards.
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Enhanced Customer Service
Deliver more accurate orders and keep customers informed with real-time tracking and up-to-date delivery information.
Seamless Integration
Easily connects your Kardex ASRS with SAP® WM, IM, or EWM—enabling warehouse control from one unified system.
Real-Time Visibility
Monitor inventory, order status, and warehouse activity in real time—supporting faster decisions and proactive supply chain management.
Automated Inventory Management
Automatically update stock levels, manage storage locations, and track material movement—directly within your SAP® system.
Streamlined Order Fulfilment
Simplify picking and shipping workflows to accelerate order turnaround and reduce manual intervention.
Improved Reporting and Analytics
Access detailed reports on KPIs like inventory turnover, lead times, and order accuracy—right from your SAP® dashboards.
Enhanced Customer Service
Deliver more accurate orders and keep customers informed with real-time tracking and up-to-date delivery information.
Interface to Use SAP® Solutions to Manage Your Warehouse
Kardex Drive is a purpose-built software interface that allows organizations using SAP® WM, IM, or EWM modules to manage their Kardex automated storage and retrieval systems (ASRS) directly within SAP®. This plug-in eliminates manual data entry and enables real-time control of inventory, locations, and workflows—streamlining operations while maintaining data consistency across your enterprise systems.
By embedding Kardex control directly into SAP®, Kardex Drive helps reduce errors, boost efficiency, and improve visibility—without requiring a separate software layer. It’s an ideal solution for SAP®-centric operations looking to maximize automation without disrupting their existing IT ecosystem.
SAP® Integration Options
If you're using SAP® WM, you have two integration paths:
- Kardex Drive: SAP® fully manages inventory, locations, and workflows within your Kardex system.
- Kardex Power Pick System: Kardex software controls operations and communicates back to SAP®.
The right choice depends on whether you want SAP® or Kardex to manage the core logistics logic in your system.
Key Benefits of Kardex Drive
1. Seamless SAP® Integration
Manage Kardex storage units from within your SAP® system—no separate user interface required.
2. Reduced Errors
Automated data transfer eliminates manual entry and improves inventory accuracy.
3. Increased Efficiency
Streamline tasks like picking, packing, and shipping to free up staff for higher-value work.
4. Real-Time Operational Visibility
Track orders, inventory, and system performance directly in SAP® for faster, data-driven decisions.
How It Works
- Install Kardex Drive as a plug-in for SAP® WM, IM, or EWM modules.
- Integrate with your existing SAP® system, enabling bidirectional communication with Kardex ASRS.
- Manage Kardex systems directly in SAP, leveraging automation while keeping control centralized in your ERP.
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