The Warehouse Management System (WMS) is the logistics automation platform responsible for generating pick lists and directing warehouse associates on which items to select, in what order, and from which locations. In the CLT "Order Processing and Warehouse Systems" competencies, the WMS integrates with order entry and inventory databases to translate customer orders into actionable picking instructions. The system also tracks task completion and updates inventory records in real-time. While Inventory Management Systems and Order Processing Systems provide related data, the WMS manages the physical execution of warehouse activities, including picking, packing, and shipping. Its use ensures efficiency, accountability, and traceability throughout the order fulfillment process, aligning with CLT standards for data-driven warehouse operations.