What Microlistics Warehouse Management Systems does

Microlistics Warehouse Management Systems is an Australia-headquartered software vendor founded in Melbourne in 1994 that builds configurable, rules-based warehouse management system (WMS) software for enterprise and mid-market operators. The platform is delivered as Enterprise, Express, 3PL, Chilled, and Retail editions, supplemented by expansion modules such as Task Bank intelligent task management, a 3PL Billing module with activity-based costing, a Partner Web Portal, an Android RF touchscreen UI, Microlistics Cloud (fully managed hosting on AWS), and the Microlistics Warehouse Insights BI suite. It supports on-premise and cloud deployment, integrates with ERP, TMS, OMS, and robotics/materials handling systems, and is designed to handle complex multi-client, multi-site operations without bespoke development.

The company sells primarily via direct enterprise field sales, augmented by a three-tier Value Partner (MVP) program (Referral, Marketing, Business Partners) and certified Service Partners. Pricing is quote-based and annual, segmented by edition and module. Microlistics is a wholly-owned subsidiary of WiseTech Global (ASX: WTC) and forms the core of the CargoWise Warehouse Suite, which also includes Product, Transit, and Bonded Warehouse modules. It serves customers in approximately 150 countries, with regional offices in Australia, Singapore, the Netherlands, Germany, the UK, and the US. Primary verticals are third-party logistics, omnichannel retail, cold storage and food and beverage, FMCG, fashion and apparel, manufacturing and industrial, and pharmaceutical distribution, with named customers including Thomas Foods International, 7-Eleven, Costco, Linfox, National Pharmacies, Bullet Express, and Titan Solutions. The platform has been recognised as a Leader in the Gartner Magic Quadrant for WMS for six consecutive years (2016–2021).

Name

Microlistics Warehouse Management Systems

Legal name

Microlistics Warehouse Management Systems

Website

https://microlistics.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1994

Operating status

Operating

Short description

Microlistics is an Australia-founded warehouse management software vendor (now a WiseTech Global subsidiary) selling configurable Enterprise, Express, 3PL, Chilled, and Retail WMS editions to logistics, retail, cold chain, and industrial operators globally.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Warehouse Management Systems (WMS) Software

NAICS

Software Publishers (5132), Computer Systems Design and Related Services (54151), Computing Infrastructure Providers, Data Processing, Web Hosting, and Related Services (51821)

SIC

Services-Prepackaged Software (7372), Services-Computer Integrated Systems Design (7373)

akta.pro primary industry

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

akta.pro secondary industries

WMS for eCommerce & Omnichannel Fulfillment (TLAEABAB), WMS for Manufacturing & Production Warehousing (TLAEABAD), WMS for Automation & Robotics Orchestration (WES/WCS Integration) (TLAEABAI)

Keywords

• Warehouse management software
• Supply chain solutions
• Inventory control systems
• Order fulfillment software
• Cold chain logistics

Headquarters

HQ city

Melbourne

HQ country

Australia

HQ region

Oceania

Offices7 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Software

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Warehouse Management System Software Licenses: Microlistics derives revenue from licensing its WMS software, including enterprise, express, 3PL, chilled, and retail editions. The software is sold in configurable tiers and modules, with the 2021 release indicating a SaaS/cloud offering alongside traditional on-premise deployment options.
2. Implementation and Professional Services: Revenue generated through system implementation, configuration, training, and ongoing support services delivered directly or through certified service partners.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels8 records

Core offering

Microlistics develops and licenses a configurable, rules-based Warehouse Management System (WMS) platform that controls inventory, storage, and fulfillment operations. The offering is delivered as pre-templated editions (Enterprise, Express, 3PL, Chilled, Retail) with optional expansion modules, deployed on-premise or via Microlistics Cloud (AWS), and integrated with ERP, TMS, OMS, and warehouse automation hardware.

Product overview

Microlistics Warehouse Management Systems offers a platform-plus-modules architecture built on a flexible, scalable technical platform. The core portfolio includes Enterprise WMS (full-capability solution), Express WMS (rapid-deployment), 3PL WMS (third-party logistics), Chilled WMS (cold chain), and Retail WMS (omnichannel), all configurable to specific business requirements. Expansion Modules extend core functionality. The ecosystem also includes the CargoWise Warehouse Suite (integrated product, transit, and bonded warehouse solutions), Android RF User Interface, Warehouse Insights analytics, Partner Web Portal, Task Bank, 3PL Billing Module, and Microlistics Cloud hosted solution.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Enterprise WMS Full-capability, configurable warehouse management system designed to power the most advanced warehouses in sophisticated supply chain ecosystems, supporting any product type or operating process without bespoke modifications.
• Express WMS Pre-templated, rapidly deployable WMS designed to deliver quick implementation and reduced time-to-value, including a 3PL Express edition deployable in under 45 days for 5PL/3PL providers expanding internationally.
• 3PL WMS Specialized warehouse management solution for third-party logistics providers featuring activity-based costing, 3PL billing module, multi-client support, and functionality to eliminate revenue leakage and expand the service portfolio.
• Chilled WMS Pre-templated WMS for cold chain operations providing governance, efficiency, and controls required to thrive in the modern cold chain ecosystem, including temperature zone management, date-level picking, and food safety compliance.
• Retail WMS Omnichannel retail fulfilment solution pre-templated to help retailers meet demands across B2B, B2C, store replenishment, wholesale distribution, and online direct-to-customer channels.
• CargoWise Warehouse Suite (Product Warehouse, Transit Warehouse, Bonded Warehouse) Global warehouse management systems suite featuring differentiated warehousing modalities (Product Warehouse, Transit Warehouse, Bonded Warehouse) tightly integrated into the CargoWise platform for customs brokers, freight forwarders, 3PL providers, retailers, distributors, manufacturers, and brands.

Quantifiable outcome

• 500% increase in inbound containers processed per week; 120% increase in outbound trucks; 100% increase in pallet moves per hour; achieved with only 20% staffing increase
• +5 more outcomes

Named customers15 records

Segments7 records

Ideal customer profiles5 records

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration4 records

Feature10 records

Partnerships

Seven partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Ultra CommercecoreTechnology or Integration · 15 June 2021Microlistics and Ultra Commerce partnered to offer an end-to-end eCommerce fulfilment solution combining Microlistics WMS with Ultra Commerce's enterprise-grade eCommerce platform featuring built-in OMS, CMS, and PIM. The partnership enables pure-play digital and omnichannel operations, solving front-end customer shopfront and order management with back-end fulfilment optimised for speed and accuracy.
• Titan SolutionsminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ Distributor · 4 July 2019Titan Solutions, an Ireland-based 5PL supply chain solutions specialist, partnered with Microlistics for its 3PL Express WMS software. Titan provides supply chain management solutions including 3PL, 4PL, freight, warehouse and fulfilment, and inventory optimisation. Microlistics was selected after an extensive market review as a scalable, RF-enabled WMS solution supporting Titan's international growth plans.
• SmartFreightcoreTechnology or IntegrationIntegration partnership for multi-carrier parcel shipping software. SmartFreight (EU and ANZ) integrates with Microlistics WMS to provide rate shopping, carrier selection, and parcel management capabilities for eCommerce and omnichannel fulfilment operations.
• PierbridgecoreTechnology or IntegrationUS-based integration partner providing multi-carrier parcel shipping optimisation integrated with Microlistics WMS for rate shopping, carrier selection, and automated parcel management in omnichannel and eCommerce fulfilment.
• WiseTech GlobalcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerMicrolistics is a part of WiseTech Global, a leading global provider of logistics software. WiseTech Global's group-wide logistics expertise and global platform inform Microlistics' product development, and Microlistics forms part of the CargoWise Warehouse Suite alongside Product Warehouse, Transit Warehouse, and Bonded Warehouse solutions.
• GMA Warehousing & TransportationminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorGMA Warehousing & Transportation selected Microlistics WMS for its high level of flexibility and configurability to handle diverse customer requirements in the Australian market.
• Cross Docks AustraliaminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorCross Docks Australia leveraged Microlistics WMS with its Web Portal to give clients access to real-time inventory visibility, order management, and reporting capabilities.

Scale indicators6 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Emerging players

• SnapFulfil: SnapFulfil is a cloud WMS provider focused on rapid deployment for 3PL, retail, and manufacturing, with comparable pre-configured implementation timelines to Microlistics Express WMS.
• Logiwa: Logiwa is a cloud-native WMS targeting 3PLs and DTC brands, competing with Microlistics Express WMS in the rapid-deployment, mid-market tier with a SaaS-first architecture.

Broad incumbents

• SAP Extended Warehouse Management: SAP EWM is part of SAP's broader ERP and supply chain portfolio and competes for large enterprise WMS deals where tight ERP integration is required, often displacing or co-existing with best-of-breed WMS like Microlistics.
• Oracle Warehouse Management Cloud: Oracle's WMS Cloud is part of its broader SCM and Fusion Applications suite, competing for enterprise customers seeking end-to-end ERP-to-warehouse integration similar to how Microlistics positions its ERP-integration capabilities.
• Descartes Systems Group: Descartes offers WMS capability as part of its broader logistics technology portfolio, competing with Microlistics for enterprise logistics and supply chain software buyers seeking integrated solutions.

Direct peers

• Manhattan Associates: Manhattan Active WM is a Tier 1 cloud-native WMS widely regarded as a Gartner Magic Quadrant Leader, directly competing with Microlistics Enterprise WMS for enterprise 3PL, retail, and manufacturing customers globally.
• Made4net: Made4net is a mid-market WMS vendor with strong 3PL and distribution focus, directly competing with Microlistics Express and 3PL WMS editions, particularly in North America and EMEA.
• Softeon: Softeon offers a configurable WMS and supply chain execution platform with deep 3PL and distribution expertise, directly competing with Microlistics for multi-client and complex warehouse operations.
• Körber (formerly HighJump): Körber's Warehouse Management offering is a long-standing direct competitor to Microlistics, particularly in 3PL and mid-market deployments across Europe and North America, with overlapping channel partner models.
• Blue Yonder (formerly JDA Software): Blue Yonder's WMS is a Gartner-recognized Leader and one of the largest independent WMS vendors, competing head-to-head with Microlistics across 3PL, retail, manufacturing, and consumer goods segments.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance1 record

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles2 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

Funding detail is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

M&A

Investments

M&A and investment is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

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