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Matalan WMS Upgrade Improves Stock Visibility and Reduces Costs

In brief: Case study of Matalan upgrading its Manhattan Warehouse Management system across three UK distribution centers to support growth and standardize operations.

By Adam Ingram, Research Analyst — Warehouse, Transportation & Yard Systems · Supply Chain Research

Case study of Matalan upgrading its Manhattan Warehouse Management system across three UK distribution centers to support growth and standardize operations.

Published
June 4, 2026
Read time
3 min read
Source
Manhattan Associates
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Matalan replaced an aging WMS with a current Manhattan Associates release to manage stock flow from three distribution centers to 200+ UK and Middle East stores plus ecommerce. The 12-month project delivered a single code base, near-100% uptime from go-live, and lower ongoing support costs. The upgrade created a stable platform for future expansion in stores, online channels, and product lines.

Key takeaways

Single code base deployed across three sites with differing automation levels

12-month low-risk implementation achieved on time and under budget

Near-100% operational performance from day one after extensive testing

Improved stock visibility from manufacturing through to store shelves

Reduced support overhead and standardized processes across all locations

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