Ryan BrownCloud Experts Unleashed – Episode 21
In this episode, Ryan gets to interview Eric Kratz and Witt Schenck from VSR Systems. They talk about their boutique Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) and Warehouse Management System (WMS).
Guests
Ryan Brown – xByte Cloud CMO
Eric Kratz – President VSR Systems
Witt Schenck – Product Manager VSR Systems
Overview for VSR ERP
As a premier ERP solutions provider, VSR Systems requires a dependable and scalable hosting partner to support its diverse client needs. When it comes to choosing a cloud provider that can handle both individual client instances and SaaS model solutions, xByte Cloud has proven to be an invaluable partner for VSR Systems.
The Challenge for VSR ERP
Eric Kratz, President from VSR Systems, shared that their clients have varying requirements: larger organizations need dedicated instances, while smaller clients operate within VSR’s shared SaaS model. The key challenge was finding a hosting provider that could offer customizable infrastructure for both client needs while delivering fast deployment and continuous reliability.
About VSR Systems ERP
VSR Systems is a specialized ERP provider dedicated to delivering tailored solutions for businesses requiring highly adaptable, SKU-based ERP and WMS integrations. Initially serving the ready-to-wear industry, VSR has since expanded to a variety of sectors, including accessories, kitchen hardware, and beyond, leveraging the simplicity of single-dimension product requirements for fast and efficient ERP adaptation.
VSR Systems sets itself apart with its fully proprietary ERP solution, designed and maintained in-house to ensure cohesive performance across all modules. Unlike other ERPs that patch together third-party components, VSR’s integrated design allows for seamless updates and modifications, reducing the risk of unexpected complications in other parts of the system.
Overview for VSR WMS
VSR Systems, a premier warehouse management provider, relies on xByte Cloud to support their fully cloud-based operations. With their warehouse management system running entirely on servers in the xByte Cloud, VSR depends on the team from xByte Cloud to maintain seamless functionality and uptime—a critical factor for their success.
Challenge for VSR WMS
Running a cloud-based warehouse management system, VSR requires a dependable infrastructure and access to specialized expertise to resolve any issues swiftly. “We live and die by uptime,” said Witt Schenck, Product Manager at VSR Systems. “If our system goes down, even for a few minutes, my phone instantly starts ringing. We need a team we can trust to keep everything online.”
In addition to uptime, VSR needed expert support for technical troubleshooting. As a company of developers, they wanted to focus on building their software without getting bogged down in system administration or server management. Additionally, they needed reliable VPN connections to support printing from xByte servers directly into various warehouse networks, a setup that can be tricky when warehouses lack dedicated tech teams.
About VSR Systems WMS
VSR Systems’ Warehouse Management System (WMS) was created out of a clear need for a better warehouse software solution, particularly for any SKU based product. The client base of the WMS encompasses everything from socks to shower doors. Built by Witt Schenck and a team of seasoned developers, the WMS emerged as a fully integrated, flexible, and task-driven system designed specifically to handle the complexities of warehouse management.
“When I joined VSR Systems, the ERP team was facing constant struggles trying to interface with external warehouse software,” Schenck explained. “They said, ‘We’ve got this great ERP, but dealing with warehouse software is always a headache. Why don’t we build our own, integrate it seamlessly with our ERP, and make life easier for our clients?’ That’s where we stepped in.”
To learn more about VSR Systems ERP or WMS, visit https://www.vsrsystems.com/
To learn more about having the infrastructure for your application fully managed, visit https://www.xbytecloud.com
