pixi*
pixi* is a cloud-based Warehouse Management System for D2C and B2C e-commerce merchants, offering parcel-shipping-optimized picking, multi-carrier shipping, returns processing, and 50+ platform integrations across eight retail verticals in DACH, Europe, the USA, and Australia.
- Company typePrivate
- Founded2000
- HeadquartersMünchen, Germany
- Headcount51–100
- GTM typeB2B
- OfferingSoftware
What pixi* does
pixi* is a cloud-based Warehouse Management System (WMS) purpose-built for B2C and D2C e-commerce merchants, operated by Descartes Systems (Germany) GmbH — a wholly-owned subsidiary of Canada's Descartes Systems Group (TSX: DSG). Founded in 2000 and headquartered in Munich, the company sells a subscription WMS that automates the full warehouse workflow from goods receipt through pick-pack-ship, returns, and ERP post-processing, scaled via an Android mobile application (pixi Mobile) and an open API with 100+ functions plus a push-based Messaging Service.
The platform differentiates from generic WMS suites through parcel-shipping-specific features: Chaotic Storage for up to 30–40% more capacity, 1-Scan-Shipping for single-item orders, multi-order picking with Put-Wall sorting, FEFO/MHD and batch tracking, automatic Cross Docking, and an integrated multi-carrier shipping engine spanning DHL, DPD, GLS, Hermes, FedEx, SwissPost and others. It connects natively to Shopify, Shopware (Gold Partner), PlentyONE (Premium Partner), Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central/NAV, plus 50+ payment, BI, and automation partners, supporting implementations in Germany, Europe, the USA, and Australia.
Revenue is generated primarily through enterprise subscription contracts with annual billing and a 6–12 week Professional Services engagement for implementation. The company serves a verticalized mid-market and lower-enterprise customer base across eight industries — Fashion & Accessories, Fulfillment/3PL, Food & Beverages, Beauty & Health, Baby & Kids, Hobby & Lifestyle, Home & Garden, and Office Supplies — with a sales-led, consultative go-to-market supported by a dense agency and SI partner network and ROI-driven demand generation tools.
pixi* firmographics
Firmographics- Name
- pixi*
- Legal name
- Descartes Systems (Germany) GmbH
- Website
- https://pixi.eu
- Company type
- Private
- Founded year
- 2000
- Operating status
- Operating
- Headcount range
- 51–100 employees
- Short description
- pixi* is a cloud-based Warehouse Management System for D2C and B2C e-commerce merchants, offering parcel-shipping-optimized picking, multi-carrier shipping, returns processing, and 50+ platform integrations across eight retail verticals in DACH, Europe, the USA, and Australia.
- Ownership category
- akta.pro rank
pixi* industry classification
Industry- Product category
- Warehouse Management Software
- NAICS
- Warehousing and Storage (493), Freight Transportation Arrangement (48851)
- SIC
- Public Warehousing & Storage (4220), Arrangement Of Transportation Of Freight & Cargo (4731)
- akta.pro primary industry
- Core WMS (Inventory, Receiving, Putaway, Picking, Packing, Shipping) (TLAEABAA)
- akta.pro secondary industries
- Fulfillment Technology & Warehouse Management Systems (WMS) (CRAFAMAB), Fulfillment Execution & Task Management (Pick/Pack/Ship) (TLAEACAD), Shipping Management, Labeling & Carrier Integration (Multi-Carrier) (TLAEACAE), E-commerce Fulfillment & Omnichannel Logistics (Pick/Pack/Returns) (TLAIAAAD)
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Where pixi* is headquartered
LocationHeadquarters
- HQ city
- München
- HQ country
- Germany
- HQ region
- Europe
Offices1 record
Markets served
pixi* business model
Business model- GTM type
- B2B
- Offering type
- Software
- Cost components
- Technology or R&D, Personnel, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure, Operations
Revenue model
- WMS Software Subscription: Cloud-based Warehouse Management System subscription model for E-Commerce businesses. Pricing based on order volume and warehouse complexity with Professional Services for implementation.
- Professional Services: Implementation services including requirements gathering, technical setup, demo customization, and go-live support. Typically 6-12 week implementation timeline.
- ROI Calculator: Demonstration tool showing potential savings of 2.5x ROI within 12 months through employee cost savings (35,200 EUR) and error avoidance (109,500 EUR) based on sample calculations.
Pricing tiers
| Model | Billing | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Subscription | Annual | Quote-based enterprise pricing tailored to order volume and feature requirements |
Go-to-market motion3 records
Distribution channels3 records
Marketing channels7 records
pixi* product offering
Product offeringCore offering
pixi* provides a cloud-based E-Commerce Warehouse Management System (WMS) specialized for B2C and D2C online retailers, managing the full warehouse logistics process from goods receipt to pick-pack-ship. The offering includes an Android mobile app for barcode-driven warehouse operations, integrated multi-carrier shipping software, and an open API with 100+ functions connecting to shop systems, ERPs, payment providers, and 50+ shipping carriers.
Product overview
Descartes pixi WMS is a cloud-based E-Commerce Warehouse Management System (WMS) specialized for B2C and D2C online retailers. The platform consists of the core pixi WMS product along with integrated modules including pixi Mobile (Android mobile app for warehouse operations), Multi-Carrier Versandsoftware (integrated shipping carrier management), Warehouse Intelligence (optimization features including Cross Docking and ABC classification), pixi Reporting/Dashboard (KPI and analytics), Retourenmanagement (returns processing), and ERP Add-ons (purchasing, payments, DATEV export). The system also provides access to the pixi API with 100+ functions for data exchange and includes support services like the Help Center, Support Portal, and Developer Portal.
Differentiator
Problem solved
Functional benefit
Brands
- pixi Mobile: Android mobile app for warehouse operations including picking, goods receiving, returns processing, and inventory management
- 1-Scan-Shipping™
- Multi-Carrier Versandsoftware
Products and services
- pixi WMS Cloud-based E-Commerce Warehouse Management System (WMS) specialized for B2C and D2C online retailers, managing the complete warehouse logistics process from goods receipt to pick-pack-ship, scaling from hundreds to over 100,000 orders daily.
- Multi-Carrier Versandsoftware (Multi-Carrier Shipping Software) Integrated shipping software module for managing multiple national and international shipping carriers with automatic carrier selection, shipping rules, and label printing.
- Warehouse Intelligence Intelligent warehouse optimization module featuring Cross Docking, ABC classification, smart pick lists, replenishment workflows, and chaotic storage management for higher capacity and faster picking.
- pixi API / Messaging Service Open API interface exposing 100+ functions for automated data exchange with shop solutions, ERPs, Pick-by-Light, and Robotics systems, combined with a Messaging Service providing active push notifications for real-time data transmission.
Quantifiable outcome
- 5x more packages per employee
- +9 more outcomes
Companies that use pixi*
Customer profileNamed customers10 records
Segments9 records
Ideal customer profiles2 records
pixi* technology and API
TechnologyTechnology focussed Yes
API detail
- Has API
- Yes
- API docs
- API detail
Core technology
AI maturity
App detail
Integration65 records
Feature12 records
pixi* partnerships and signals
Strategic signalPartnerships
26 partnerships are on record, tiered core, major, strategic and minor.
- ShopifycoreNative integration with Shopify e-commerce platform enabling bidirectional order and inventory synchronization. Listed as Shopify Partner with logo placement on website.
- ShopwarecoreGold Partner status with deep bidirectional integration for article data, customer, order exchange, and real-time inventory/status updates.
- PlentyONEcorePremium Partner for the leading E-Commerce Multichannel Platform with 150+ marketplace connections.
- Microsoft Business CentralcoreIntegration with Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central and NAV ERP systems for enhanced E-Commerce logistics.
- DHLcoreIntegrated DHL parcel services including DHL Paket, Express, Warenpost, Kleinpaket for German market leading shipping.
- DPDcoreIntegration for national and international DPD shipping solutions.
- FedExcoreInternational shipping carrier integration for global E-Commerce fulfillment.
- GLScoreGLS Germany shipping integration for parcel delivery services.
- HermescoreHermes shipping integration for professional E-Commerce delivery in Germany.
- SwissPostcoreSwissPost integration for leading Swiss market shipping solutions.
- Deutsche PostcoreDeutsche Post integration for German postal and shipping services.
- AfterbuymajorAfterbuy multichannel integration for connecting eBay, Amazon, and other platforms via Maexware interface.
- PayPalcoreStandard PayPal integration with PayPal Plus for comprehensive payment processing.
- KlarnacoreKlarna payment integration including invoice, installment, and Klarna Checkout.
- Amazon PaymajorAmazon Pay integration enabling customers to pay with Amazon account credentials.
- MolliemajorMollie payment provider integration for simple and reliable payment processing.
- PAYONEmajorPAYONE payment platform integration for automated payment processing, returns, and chargebacks.
- UnzermajorUnzer payment solution integration for capture, processing, and refund of orders.
- MagentomajorMagento e-commerce platform integration with bidirectional data exchange.
- GambiomajorGambio online shop integration for German E-Commerce market.
- Element Logic (Autostore)strategicAutostore robotics integration for automated storage and retrieval systems with seamless WMS connectivity.
- FATCHIPminorBerlin-based E-Commerce agency providing consulting, development, and support for pixi implementations.
- TechDivisionminorMagento Enterprise Partner and web technology provider for E-Commerce solutions and pixi integration.
- SalesupplyminorCustomer service outsourcing with 15-language support across 3 time zones integrated via pixi API.
- PARCEL.ONEminorCross-border logistics provider bundling shipments for optimal carrier selection and cost reduction for international shipping.
- exportominorSwiss shipping specialist handling customs declarations and parcel shipments for European E-Commerce entering Switzerland.
Scale indicators9 records
Recent moves6 records
Expansion highlights6 records
pixi* competitors and assessment
Company assessmentDirect peers
- ShipHero: Cloud-based WMS purpose-built for e-commerce fulfillment, serving SMB and mid-market online retailers with multi-channel order management, picking optimization, and integrations with Shopify, Amazon, and major carriers. Direct functional overlap with pixi for B2C/D2C online retailers.
- Logiwa: Cloud-native WMS focused on DTC brands and 3PL fulfillment, with multi-tenant capability and similar focus on peak-season scalability. Competes head-on with pixi in the SMB/mid-market e-commerce WMS segment.
- Cin7 Core: Cloud inventory management and order management platform serving multichannel retailers and 3PLs with integrations across Shopify, Amazon, and major marketplaces. Overlaps with pixi on multichannel order orchestration and inventory sync.
- Brightpearl: Retail-first operations platform combining ERP, order management, and inventory for omnichannel retailers. Targets the same mid-market online retail segment as pixi with a different ERP-centric positioning.
- Unicommerce: E-commerce fulfillment SaaS providing order, inventory, and warehouse management for online retailers and marketplaces across India and Asia. Comparable SaaS WMS offering with multi-channel focus.
- 3PL Central: Cloud WMS purpose-built for third-party logistics providers managing multiple e-commerce client accounts. Direct overlap with pixi's multi-tenant 3PL/fulfillment segment and similar customer profile.
- CartonCloud: Combined cloud WMS/TMS for 3PLs, warehousing, and e-commerce fulfillment providers. Competes in the same SMB/mid-market 3PL WMS segment that pixi serves through its multi-tenant capability.
Broad incumbents
- Manhattan Active Warehouse Management: Enterprise-grade WMS from Manhattan Associates serving large retailers, 3PLs, and distributors with broad supply-chain functionality. Represents the 'graduation' path for customers outgrowing pixi's mid-market sweet spot.
- SAP Extended Warehouse Management (EWM): Enterprise WMS within the SAP supply chain portfolio, integrated with S/4HANA ERP. The dominant incumbent for large-scale warehouse operations and the typical destination for enterprises consolidating logistics onto a single ERP-WMS platform.
Regional players
- PSI WMS / PSI Logistics: German-based WMS and logistics software vendor serving mid-market and enterprise customers across DACH. Regional incumbent with overlapping customer base and similar German-language localization that competes with pixi for DACH mid-market deals.
Market position
Strengths5 records
Weaknesses5 records
Competitive moat5 records
Key risks6 records
Key highlights7 records
Customer concentration
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Valuation estimate
pixi* leadership team
Management profileNumber of profiles
Profiles2 records
pixi* funding detail
Funding detailFunding overview
Funding rounds
Investors
Funding detail is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →
pixi* M&A and investment
M&A and investmentM&A
Investments
M&A and investment is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →
Frequently asked questions about pixi*
What does pixi* do?
pixi* provides a cloud-based E-Commerce Warehouse Management System (WMS) specialized for B2C and D2C online retailers, managing the full warehouse logistics process from goods receipt to pick-pack-ship. The offering includes an Android mobile app for barcode-driven warehouse operations, integrated multi-carrier shipping software, and an open API with 100+ functions connecting to shop systems, ERPs, payment providers, and 50+ shipping carriers.
Is pixi* a public or private company?
pixi* is a private company. It is classified as corporate owned and is currently operating.
When was pixi* founded?
pixi* was founded in 2000. It employs 51 to 100 people.
Where is pixi* based?
pixi* is headquartered in München, Germany, in the Europe region.
How does pixi* make money?
Three revenue lines are on record. WMS Software Subscription is the primary driver. The others are professional Services and ROI Calculator.
Who are pixi*'s main competitors?
Direct peers on record are ShipHero, Logiwa, Cin7 Core, Brightpearl, Unicommerce, 3PL Central and CartonCloud. Broad incumbents are Manhattan Active Warehouse Management and SAP Extended Warehouse Management (EWM). PSI WMS / PSI Logistics is listed as a regional player.
Does pixi* have an API?
Yes. The pixi API (Application Programming Interface) is an open interface between Descartes pixi and other systems for automatic data exchange. The pixi API has over 100 functions with which processes in the WMS can be initiated. The pixi Messaging Service offers active notifications (Push Notifications) directly from the solution for highest performance and real-time data transmission, enabling connection of external systems such as shop solutions, ERPs, Pick by light, or Robotics systems with the WMS. Developer documentation is at api.descartes.com/api-details#api=pixi.
What industry is pixi* in?
pixi*'s product category is Warehouse Management Software. Its primary akta.pro industry code is TLAEABAA, Core WMS (Inventory, Receiving, Putaway, Picking, Packing, Shipping), with a secondary code of CRAFAMAB, Fulfillment Technology & Warehouse Management Systems (WMS). Its NAICS code is 493 and its SIC code is 4220.