Vera Bradley WMS Implementation: Manhattan SCALE Case Study

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Vera Bradley WMS Implementation: Manhattan SCALE Case Study

Case study of Vera Bradley's WMS deployment showing 25% labor productivity gains and order volume increase from 1,500 to 6,000 daily after moving to a 200,000 sq ft DC.

Published

June 4, 2026

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3 min read

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Manhattan Associates

Vera Bradley implemented Manhattan SCALE alongside ERP to replace manual paper processes and support rapid growth. The project combined WMS rollout, facility expansion from 40,000 to 200,000 sq ft, and automation of receiving, put-away, replenishment, wave management, and shipping. Results included 25% higher labor productivity, improved picking accuracy, and the ability to bring e-commerce fulfillment in-house.

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Labor productivity rose 25% after system-directed work and automated manifesting replaced manual processes

Daily order volume increased from 1,500 to 6,000 while maintaining accuracy during peak periods

Manhattan SCALE manages full DC operations: receiving, put-away, replenishment, fulfillment, cycle counting, and shipping

Implementation included simultaneous ERP rollout and move to a 200,000 sq ft distribution center

E-commerce fulfillment was successfully repatriated in-house with improved order accuracy and presentation

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