Wirtz Beverage Group WMS Implementation Case Study

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Wirtz Beverage Group WMS Implementation Case Study

Case study of Wirtz Beverage Illinois replacing paper-based processes with Manhattan Warehouse Management to improve inventory visibility and accuracy.

Published

June 4, 2026

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3 min read

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Manhattan Associates

Wirtz Beverage Illinois, a multi-state beverage distributor, implemented Manhattan Warehouse Management and Slotting Optimization after paper-based systems failed to support growth from acquisitions. The solution integrated with legacy systems and pick-to-light technology across four distribution centers. Post-implementation results included 100% inventory accuracy, picking accuracy rising from 98.9% to 99.95%, and 22% throughput growth within three months.

Key takeaways

Inventory accuracy reached 100% through cycle counting

Picking accuracy improved from 98.9% to 99.95%

Throughput increased 22% within three months of go-live

Physical inventory time reduced from two days to under eight hours

Receiving and putaway processes accelerated from 1.5-2 hours to 30-40 minutes

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