How to efficiently manage your ecommerce warehouse operations

Shopware merchants know the challenge: as your business scales, so does the chaos – in your warehouse, shipping, returns, and inventory management. Without an integrated ERP, WMS, and POS system, you’re left juggling:

Limited visibility into where products are – especially across multiple locations
Manually created pick lists that are time-consuming and prone to errors
Inconsistent shipping processes, one-off labels, and a lack of standardization
Delayed goods receipts and outdated stock levels in your online store
Complicated returns, late credit notes, and manual stock adjustments
Online and in-store operations that feel disconnected, with data that’s hard to synchronize

Pickware simplifies it all. With native Shopware integration, barcode-based warehouse management, and powerful WMS and POS capabilities, you gain complete transparency and control – no matter how complex your ecommerce operations become.

1. Turn your warehouse into a control center – not a construction site

The problem: You don’t know exactly where your products are stored – especially when managing multiple warehouses. Orders get delayed, overselling happens, backorders pile up, and customer service takes the hit.

The Pickware solution: Your warehouse becomes centrally managed. Every product movement is tracked in real time – from incoming goods to transfers and picking. You always know where each item is located. No chaos, no missing products, full transparency.

2. Say goodbye to interfaces – and hello to real-time data

The problem: Multiple tools, manual data imports, duplicate entries – all costing time and sanity. Stock levels are inaccurate, and order processing slows down.

The Pickware solution: Everything runs directly inside Shopware. Inventory, orders, and shipping statuses are all synchronized in real time. You instantly see what’s happening in your warehouse, identify bottlenecks early, and use live data to plan your purchasing.

“From purchasing to order processing, all workflows run within a single system. The direct integration of Pickware into Shopware saves time and enables flexible ways of working.” – Martin Manke, CEO of Whiskyzone

3. Get started with a setup that doesn’t drive you crazy

The problem: ERP implementations take forever, onboarding is painful, and processes remain overly complex.

The Pickware solution: Quick to install, intuitive to use, and ready to go right away. Your team can start working immediately and optimize workflows step by step.

4. Scan, don’t search

The problem: Pick lists are created manually, shipping labels are generated one by one. Mistakes happen, and orders get delayed.

The Pickware solution: Mobile apps and barcode scanners handle it all. Picking lists, shipping labels, transfers – everything is digital, fast, and error-free. Your team works faster, and processes become standardized.

5. Build structured workflows

The problem: Backorders, partial shipments, and follow-up deliveries aren’t properly managed. The lack of structure slows everything down.

The Pickware solution: Define warehouse zones, standardized procedures, and clear workflows. Every step is documented, errors are minimized, and efficiency goes up.

6. Pick, pack, ship – the way it should be

The problem: Delayed incoming goods, outdated inventory, and manual corrections make your shipping process slow and error-prone.

The Pickware solution: Fully automated workflows from goods receipt to shipping. Pick, pack, ship – every step is tracked in the system, shipping labels are generated automatically, and stock levels update instantly.

“No one here wants to work without barcode scanners anymore. We estimate they’ve saved us around 50% of our time. Plus, onboarding new warehouse staff has become much easier.” – Florian Sturm, Owner of DartSturm

7. Handle returns the smart way

The problem: No unified overview of returns, manual credit notes, and delayed refunds — leading to dissatisfied customers.

The Pickware solution: Returns are processed directly in the system. Inventory updates automatically, and credit notes are created quickly. Everything is transparent and fully traceable.

8. Connect warehouse & store – with the best POS for Shopware

The problem: Store inventory doesn’t match your online shop. In-store sales aren’t reflected in your data, and there’s no central customer database.

The Pickware solution: A POS system that’s directly integrated and synchronized in real time across online and in-store channels. All sales data, stock levels, and customer information are instantly available in one place.

“The seamless integration of Pickware POS into our existing system ensures that all sales data are synchronized in real time, which further increases efficiency and transparency.” – Marius Fuchs, Head of Logistics, SV Waldhof Mannheim 07

9. Grow with a system that grows with you

The problem: New sales channels or rising order volumes push your system to its limits. Processes break down, and performance suffers.

The Pickware solution: A scalable ERP that grows with your business. Whether you add more warehouses, new online stores, or marketplaces — Pickware keeps everything perfectly synchronized.

10. Regain control and clarity

The problem: Missing transparency, complex accounting, and countless hours lost to manual corrections.

The Pickware solution: Real-time data, consolidated revenues, transparent stock levels, easy reordering, and automated accounting. Make decisions based on real insights – not gut feelings.

Why Pickware is the perfect ERP for your business

Seamlessly integrated into Shopware – no interfaces, no data duplication.
Real-time data access – complete transparency across inventory, orders, and shipping status.
Intuitive, modern interface – your team can get started right away.
Quick setup – no lengthy onboarding required.
Mobile apps with barcode scanners – smart workflows instead of paper chaos.
The best POS for Shopware – perfectly connecting online and in-store sales.
Outstanding support – because we genuinely care about our customers.