FTZ Warehouse Management
Inventory Control for Foreign-Trade Zone Operations
WMS Built for FTZ Warehouse Operations
Accurate Inventory and Reporting for FTZ Compliance
Meet the Demands of FTZ Recordkeeping
Foreign-Trade Zone warehouses operate under more demanding inventory accounting and recordkeeping requirements than conventional warehouse operations. Merchandise must be accurately identified and accounted for throughout its time in the zone, with reliable records available to support reconciliation, reporting, audits, and required U.S. Customs and Border Protection documentation.
PowerHouse WMS provides the inventory visibility and control needed to support these requirements. Detailed tracking maintains accurate inventory data as merchandise is received, stored, moved, adjusted, and shipped, while highly configurable data streams and tailored reporting give operators the flexibility to organize that data around the specific requirements of their FTZ warehouse operation.
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Key FTZ Warehouse Capabilities
Inventory Control for Foreign-Trade Zone Operations
PowerHouse combines precise inventory tracking, configurable workflows, and flexible reporting to support the rigorous accounting and recordkeeping demands of Foreign-Trade Zone warehousing.
• Detailed FTZ Inventory Tracking
Maintain accurate inventory information across locations, quantities, movements, and other required inventory attributes.
• FTZ & Non-FTZ Inventory Control
Keep FTZ and non-FTZ inventory separately controlled within the same warehouse management environment.
• Complete Inventory Traceability
Maintain a detailed history of inventory movements, adjustments, and transactions throughout FTZ warehouse operations.
• Zone Status & Lot Tracking
Track zone status, lots, unique identifiers, and other inventory data required to accurately identify and manage FTZ warehouse inventory.
• Inventory Reconciliation
Maintain accurate balances and transaction records to support physical inventory, discrepancy review, and annual FTZ reconciliation.
• Customizable Reporting for FTZ Compliance
Compile accurate warehouse data into customizable reports that support annual reconciliation, documentation, audits, and other FTZ reporting requirements.
FTZ Inventory Control & Traceability
Accurate Records for FTZ Compliance
From Inventory Activity to Required Reporting
FTZ operators need an accurate record of what merchandise is in the zone, where it is located, its status, and how inventory changes throughout its time in the warehouse. PowerHouse’s Total Inventory Visibility tracks transaction data as inventory is received, stored, moved, adjusted, picked, and shipped, maintaining the detailed history needed to support FTZ warehouse operations.
That information can be compiled into highly customizable reports for annual reconciliation, audits, and other FTZ documentation requirements. PowerHouse provides the warehouse data and reporting needed to support these processes, while submission of required documentation to U.S. Customs is handled through the appropriate customs systems and procedures.
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Multi-Client FTZ Warehousing
Manage FTZ and Non-FTZ Inventory Together
One WMS. Separate Inventory Controls.
Multi-client warehouse operations may include customers with different FTZ warehouse requirements, including clients with both FTZ and non-FTZ merchandise. PowerHouse allows operators to maintain separate inventory records, statuses, and controls while managing the broader warehouse within a single WMS.
This gives 3PLs and other multi-client operators the flexibility to support FTZ warehouse activity without losing visibility across the rest of the facility. Inventory remains accurately identified and controlled while warehouse operations continue to be managed as one connected environment.
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Integrated Warehouse Operations
Connect FTZ Inventory Across Your Systems
Support Consistent Data Across Your Technology Stack
FTZ warehouse operations often rely on multiple business and compliance systems, including ERP, transportation, customs, and specialized FTZ applications. PowerHouse seamlessly integrates with these systems, providing accurate warehouse inventory and transaction data to support these connected systems and the processes responsible for customs documentation.
Configurable workflows and integrations allow PowerHouse to exchange inventory and operational data across the broader technology environment, helping maintain consistent information between FTZ warehouse operations and the systems used to manage the business.
Maintain Accurate Data Across Your Operation
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Frequently Asked Questions
How PowerHouse WMS Supports FTZ Warehouse Operations
What is an FTZ warehouse?
A Foreign-Trade Zone, commonly referred to as an FTZ or free trade zone, is a secured area operating under U.S. Customs and Border Protection supervision where foreign and domestic merchandise can be stored, handled, manufactured, or otherwise processed under special customs procedures.
What does a WMS do for an FTZ warehouse?
A WMS provides the inventory control and recordkeeping foundation for warehouse operations. For an FTZ, this includes maintaining accurate inventory information, tracking merchandise movements and status, supporting reconciliation, and providing the data needed for required reporting and documentation.
What inventory records are needed for FTZ warehousing?
FTZ inventory records may include merchandise location, zone status, quantities, receipts, removals, adjustments, balances, and identifying information such as zone lots or unique identifiers. The exact requirements depend on the operation and its approved inventory procedures.
Can one WMS manage FTZ and non-FTZ inventory?
Yes. PowerHouse can manage FTZ and non-FTZ inventory within the same multi-client warehouse environment while maintaining separate inventory records and controls. This allows operators to manage different customer and inventory requirements without sacrificing visibility across the facility.
How does a WMS support FTZ compliance?
A WMS supports FTZ compliance by maintaining accurate inventory records, transaction history, traceability, reconciliation data, and reporting. These controls give operators reliable warehouse information to support required documentation and compliance processes.
Does PowerHouse submit FTZ documentation to U.S. Customs?
PowerHouse does not submit Customs filings. Instead, it maintains detailed warehouse inventory data and can compile that information into highly configurable reports to support annual reconciliation, FTZ documentation, audits, and other reporting requirements.
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