K2S

What K2S does

K2S (legal entity Koncepts2Solutions) is a Virginia-based professional services firm founded in 2014 that delivers supply chain execution consulting for enterprise warehouse and distribution operations. Its practice centers on end-to-end Warehouse Management System implementation, with deep specialization in two platforms: Blue Yonder (where K2S is an Accredited Consulting Partner) and Softeon (where K2S is both a Certified WMS Partner and the firm's Education Partner responsible for Softeon's certified training curriculum). The firm is headquartered in Tysons Corner, Virginia, operates as a remote-first team distributed across four U.S. time zones, and reports 11-50 employees with an average of 18 years of supply chain execution experience per consultant, including original technical architects of the Blue Yonder application.

K2S's service portfolio spans five core offerings: WMS Implementation Services, Warehouse Operational Services (process deep-dives, gap analysis, and future-state design), Robotics Integration (AMRs, ASRS, robotic put walls from vendors including Locus, Knapp, Berkshire Grey, and Rapyuta), Automation Testing (as an authorized reseller and certified implementation partner for multiple testing solutions), and Educational Services (virtual certification courses plus custom-curated, client-data-driven workshops). Underlying technical capabilities include custom Java application development (e.g., Exacta WES integration for cold storage), REST/SOAP web services and Sockets integration, MOCA command work, Groovy scripting, and BI-layer integrations with Tableau, Looker, and Databricks. The firm does not publish its own software product, API, or SDK; it monetizes expertise through project-based consulting engagements.

The business model is classic professional services: quote-based, project-scoped, multi-year enterprise contracts sold through direct consultative field sales and inbound referrals from Blue Yonder and Softeon partner channels. Marketing is anchored on industry-event participation (MODEX, Blue Yonder ICON, Softeon Fulfill, Parcel Forum, CSCMP Edge), a quarterly thought-leadership blog, and exclusive networking events like 'Nightcap with K2S' co-hosted with Sendflex. Customer logos span 12+ named enterprises across retail (Costco, Sephora, Advanced Auto Parts, Century 21), cold storage (Americold), beauty (Shiseido, BareMinerals), logistics/3PL (Kenco Group), lighting manufacturing (GE Lighting), furniture (Homemakers Furniture), and direct-to-consumer fulfillment (Dotcom Distribution). Revenue is not publicly disclosed, and the firm has not raised disclosed outside funding, consistent with a privately held, founder-led consultancy.

Name

K2S

Legal name

Koncepts2Solutions

Website

https://k2s.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2014

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

K2S is a Virginia-based, founder-led professional services firm specializing in WMS implementation (Blue Yonder and Softeon), robotics integration, automation testing, and custom training for enterprise warehouse and distribution operations across retail, 3PL, and manufacturing.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Supply Chain Execution Consulting & WMS Implementation Services

NAICS

Custom Computer Programming Services (541511)

SIC

Services-Computer Programming Services (7371)

akta.pro primary industry

Core WMS (Inventory, Receiving, Putaway, Picking, Packing, Shipping) (TLAEABAA)

akta.pro secondary industries

WMS for Automation & Robotics Orchestration (WES/WCS Integration) (TLAEABAI), Supply Chain & Warehouse Automation (Smart Logistics) (IMAIAMAJ), Fulfillment Technology & Warehouse Management Systems (WMS) (CRAFAMAB)

Keywords

• Warehouse management systems
• WMS implementation services
• Supply chain consulting
• Robotics integration
• Automation testing

Headquarters

HQ city

Vienna

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales, Operations, Others

Revenue model

1. WMS Implementation Services: Professional services revenue from designing, building, and implementing warehouse management systems. K2S is an Accredited Blue Yonder Consulting Partner and Softeon Certified Partner providing end-to-end WMS implementation services for complex distribution operations.
2. Warehouse Operational Services: Consulting services for streamlining warehouse processes, identifying operational gaps and efficiencies, and developing better future state operations.
3. Robotics Integration Services: Technical integration services for implementing warehouse robotics and automated material handling systems, including AMRs, ASRS, and robotic put walls.
4. Automation Testing Services: Authorized reseller and certified implementation partner for automation testing solutions, helping clients determine and implement best-fit testing solutions.
5. Educational Services: Virtual educational sessions, certifications, and custom curated workshops for WMS training. K2S is the Education Partner for Softeon, creating and maintaining Softeon Certified training courses.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

K2S provides end-to-end Warehouse Management System (WMS) implementation services, specializing in Blue Yonder and Softeon platforms for enterprise distribution operations. The firm also delivers warehouse operational consulting, robotics and automation integration (AMRs, AS/RS, robotic put walls), automation testing solutions, and custom educational workshops and certification programs. Their engagements span design, configuration, development, integration, testing, and go-live support, targeting clients who need to optimize complex warehouse and supply chain execution operations.

Product overview

K2S is a professional services firm offering a portfolio of supply chain execution services centered around WMS implementation and optimization. The core offerings include WMS Implementation Services (Blue Yonder and Softeon platforms), Warehouse Operational Services, Robotics Integration, Automation Testing, and Educational Services. Custom Curated Workshops complement the training offerings. K2S operates as an Accredited Blue Yonder Consulting Partner and Softeon Certified/Education Partner. The services are delivered as professional consulting engagements rather than a packaged software product.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• WMS Implementation Services End-to-end Warehouse Management System implementation services including design, configuration, development, integration, testing, and go-live support. K2S is an Accredited Blue Yonder Consulting Partner and Softeon Certified Partner, delivering scalable WMS deployments for enterprise distribution operations.
• Warehouse Operational Services Operational process optimization consulting including current-state process deep dives, gap analysis, and future-state design to streamline warehouse operations before and during WMS implementations.
• Robotics Integration Warehouse robotics and automation integration services covering AMR (Locus, Rapyuta), AS/RS (Knapp), and robotic put walls (Berkshire Grey). Includes integration with WMS using REST/SOAP web services, sockets, SFTP, and cloud services.
• Automation Testing Certified implementation partner services for automation testing solutions, helping clients determine the best automation testing solution for their WMS environments and supporting deployment to prevent post-deployment issues from incremental system changes.
• Educational Services Virtual educational sessions and certifications covering WMS platforms, plus custom curated workshops for technical teams. Includes structured self-paced training programs and tailored workshops targeting specific knowledge gaps.
• Custom Curated Workshops Fully customized workshop agenda and content tailored to client team skill sets, goals, and warehouse requirements. Includes custom content, workshop exercises, live troubleshooting with client data, and best practices recommendations covering technologies such as REST Configurable Web Services, Postman API Testing, Java MOCA Commands, and Groovy Scripting.

Quantifiable outcome

• Completed cycle counts 45 days before year end for client through WMS optimization
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers12 records

Ideal customer profiles1 record

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration11 records

AI capability7 records

Feature4 records

Partnerships

Three partnerships are on record, tiered minor and core.

• SendflexminorGTM or Marketing Partner · 1 January 2025K2S co-hosts 'Nightcap with K2S x Sendflex' - an exclusive invite-only networking event for Blue Yonder ICON attendees. This partnership focuses on joint marketing and networking during industry conferences to build relationships with WMS and parcel strategy professionals.
• SofteoncoreImplementation/ SI/ Consulting Partner · 14 October 2024K2S is the Education Partner for Softeon, responsible for creating, maintaining, and continuously updating the Softeon Certified training courses used by Softeon employees, customers, and partners. K2S is also a Softeon WMS Certified Partner. They exhibit together at industry events like MODEX and Softeon Fulfill conferences.
• Blue YondercoreImplementation/ SI/ Consulting Partner · 18 January 2024K2S is an Accredited Blue Yonder Consulting Partner for Warehouse Management. This partnership provides access to Blue Yonder's partner resources, certification programs, co-selling support, and technical enablement. K2S is listed on the Blue Yonder Success Portal partner locator. The partnership involves implementing Blue Yonder WMS solutions for complex warehouse operations.

Scale indicators3 records

Recent moves5 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Broad incumbents

• Softeon: WMS vendor whose partner K2S is; Softeon's own PS team and competing implementation partners (Accenture, Infosys, etc.) operate in the same delivery space. Comparable because Softeon-sponsored implementations create the customer funnel that K2S converts into paid projects.
• Blue Yonder: WMS platform vendor and Cognitive WMS owner, whose partner ecosystem K2S operates within. Comparable as the source of K2S's largest referral pipeline and a competitive professional services alternative for Blue Yonder implementations.
• Manhattan Associates (Honeywell): Major WMS and supply chain software vendor that also operates professional services for implementation and optimization. Comparable as a competing provider of WMS implementation services and platform expertise, though at much larger scale and across broader portfolio than K2S.

Direct peers

• Bastian Solutions: Warehouse automation integrator offering robotics, AS/RS, conveyor, and WMS implementation services for distribution centers. Compares to K2S on robotics integration (AMRs, ASRS, put walls) and end-to-end warehouse project delivery for enterprise customers.
• Northwestern Supply Chain Consulting: Specialist WMS and supply chain execution consulting practice focused on Blue Yonder and similar platforms for retail and distribution clients. Comparable to K2S on Blue Yonder-focused implementation services and enterprise retail customer base.
• Körber Supply Chain: Global supply chain software and consulting provider that delivers WMS implementation, integration, and managed services. Direct competitor to K2S in the WMS implementation services market, with overlapping focus on warehouse execution and automation integration.
• Sedlak Consulting: Independent supply chain consulting firm focused on warehouse operations, WMS selection and implementation, and distribution strategy. Comparable to K2S as a boutique consultancy delivering WMS implementation and warehouse operational services.
• Invata: Boutique WMS and supply chain execution consulting firm specializing in warehouse management implementations and operational process improvement. Closely comparable to K2S in size, focus on WMS implementations, and consultative delivery model.

Emerging players

• KNAPP: AS/RS shuttle and warehouse automation vendor that K2S integrates alongside WMS implementations. Compares as a technology counterpart whose hardware-software bundles compete with services-led integration engagements K2S delivers.
• Locus Robotics: Autonomous mobile robot vendor whose platform K2S integrates into customer WMS environments (documented 64% UPH and 74% annual units increase). Adjacent and partially overlapping business, with overlap on warehouse robotics integration projects but distinct commercial model.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles9 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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