KNAPP KiSoft WES vs Prime Execution System

KNAPP KiSoft WES connects a warehouse management system with operational and control systems, then helps determine when and how warehouse work should proceed. It prioritizes orders, identifies bottlenecks, and adjusts material flows as errors, bottlenecks, or priority changes arise. Real-time data from connected systems provides a current view of orders, resources, and material flows. Its modular design lets customers activate functions for their needs, and the product can integrate with existing systems and other KiSoft products. KiSoft WES communicates between warehouse management systems and controls such as KiSoft WCS or KiSoft FCS. Example functions, depending on project needs, include ERP integration, replenishment management, sorter control, pick-to-light management, and scanner integration. KNAPP recommends it for manual warehouses whose WMS cannot connect to automation or integrate subsystems; the company says a separate WES may not be needed if a WMS or WCS already covers those functions. Pricing is on request. KiSoft licensing may be perpetual or SaaS, with on-premise or cloud operation depending on use.

Prime Execution System (PES) is a warehouse execution system that directs pallets, racks, and devices in real time. It assigns tasks across stations and executes orders through to the fulfillment outcome. Four integrated layers make up PES: Prime Management Console, Robot Control System, Floor Manager, and Workstation Platform. It integrates natively with WMS, ERP, OMS, MES, and PLC systems without middleware, and can connect Prime and third-party devices by API or direct PLC control. Its Workflow Manager provides no-code, object-based workflow composition, scheduling, and cross-workflow throttling. PES can direct forklifts and AMRs to replenish stations before pick faces run dry, and sequence pallets for dispatch by dock door and departure time. Floor Manager shows robot, station, and battery states, alerts, controls, and daily reports. The workstation layer supports 18 station types with manned or unmanned configurations. PES is paid, with pricing on request, and a free trial is available. The software-license plan lists a one-time license fee and includes three years of 24/7 remote support, warranty, and onsite maintenance.