Mobile
Android (Kotlin)
Apps built specifically for Android, with full access to the phone's hardware, background location and company-managed devices.
Used for
- Apps for Android
- Delivery partner apps
- Billing and POS apps
- Field staff apps
Manufacturing
Software development for warehouse and distribution businesses
Warehouse management, handheld scanning apps, distributor management and dispatch software for 3PLs, distributors and stockists.
At a glance
The short version
- What we build
- How it works
- Receiving staff
- Handheld app
- Warehouse supervisor
- Picker and packer
- 2 more
- Runs on
- Android
- Web app
- Admin
- Who it's for
Warehouses and distributors move stock fast on thin margins, so every scan matters. We build WMS and distribution software around your layout, SKUs and channels.
- Cost depends on
- Operational complexity
- Hardware
- Channel integrations
How to start
Tell us what you need in your own words. You talk to the developers who would build it and get a written, line-item estimate.
Get a project estimateEvery scan between inbound and dispatch
A distributor or 3PL warehouse receives stock from many suppliers, stores it in bins or pallet locations, and picks orders for retailers, marketplaces or other warehouses, often against same-day cut-offs. FMCG and pharma stock adds batch and expiry tracking; 3PLs must bill each client for storage and handling. We build this software around barcode scanning on Android handhelds, integrated with your ERP, marketplaces and couriers.
Challenges
Warehouse problems we solve
Stock that exists only on paper
System and physical stock drift apart because movements aren't scanned.
Slow picking
Pickers walk the whole floor for each order without optimised pick lists.
Expiry losses
Near-expiry batches are missed because stock isn't issued first-expiry, first-out.
3PL billing disputes
Storage and handling charges worked out by hand at month end.
Solutions
Solutions for warehousing and distribution
Across 3 areas
Custom inventory software for multi-location stock, batch and expiry tracking, barcode scanning and marketplace stock sync.
A central order management system that collects orders from every channel, routes them to the right location and tracks them to delivery and payment.
Custom fleet management software for GPS tracking, trips, driver apps, compliance reminders, maintenance and freight billing.
Ordering portals and apps for manufacturers, distributors and wholesalers, with buyer-specific pricing, credit limits, bulk ordering and ERP sync.
Custom ERP software connecting purchase, inventory, production, sales and GST compliance, alongside your existing accounting system.
Data extraction from invoices, KYC documents, statements and forms into your systems, with validation rules and human review for uncertain fields.
Warehouse and distribution features
Receiving and putaway
GRN against purchase orders, label printing and directed putaway to bins.
Pick, pack and dispatch
Batch and wave picking, scan-verified packing and dispatch manifests.
Batch and expiry control
FEFO picking, expiry alerts and quarantine for damaged or recalled stock.
Distributor and van sales
Retailer orders on beat plans, with schemes and outstanding balances.
Courier and marketplace sync
Marketplace orders pulled in; labels and tracking from Shiprocket, Delhivery or other courier APIs.
How it works
Every scan, from the receiving dock to dispatch
- Receiving staff
Step 1: Goods received against the PO
Inbound stock is scanned against the purchase order, shortages and damages are noted on the GRN, and labels print for each pallet or carton.
- Handheld app
Step 2: Directed putaway
The app tells staff which bin to use based on product, batch and free space, and a scan of the bin confirms the location.
- Warehouse supervisor
Step 3: Orders released in waves
Marketplace, retailer and transfer orders are grouped into waves timed around each courier’s cut-off.
- Picker and packer
Step 4: Pick and pack by scan
Pick lists follow the shortest walk and FEFO rules; every item is scanned when picked and again when packed.
- Dispatch desk
Step 5: Dispatch paperwork
Courier labels, manifests and e-way bills are generated, and tracking numbers flow back to the sales channel automatically.
- Warehouse admin
Step 6: Billing and cycle counts
3PL clients are billed from recorded activity, and regular cycle counts keep system stock and shelf stock aligned.
Platforms
Handheld, web and dashboard platforms
- Mobile
Android app
Apps for Android phones and tablets, tested on budget and mid-range devices and published on Google Play or privately.
- Web
Web application
Browser-based applications with logins, roles and workflows, such as customer portals, SaaS products and internal tools.
- Back office
Admin dashboard
Back-office panels for operations, support and finance teams: orders, users, content, reports and permissions.
Technology
Stack for warehouse software
Native apps for Android handhelds, plus a fast backend that keeps pace with every scan at peak hours.
Backend
NestJS
A structured way to build back ends on Node.js, so large business systems stay organised, testable and easy to hand over.
Used for
- Business app back ends
- SaaS platforms
- Marketplaces
- Admin panel back ends
Data
PostgreSQL
A reliable database for the records your business runs on: orders, payments, bookings and stock, kept accurate and easy to report on.
Used for
- Orders and customers
- Payments and ledgers
- Stock and inventory
- Bookings
Data
Redis
Keeps frequently used data in fast memory, so apps stay quick on busy days and live features like order tracking feel instant.
Used for
- Faster apps
- Live order status
- Shopping carts
- Job queues and alerts
Cloud & DevOps
Docker
Packages your software so it runs the same way on every laptop and server, which makes releases predictable and moving hosts easier.
Used for
- Reliable releases
- Same setup everywhere
- Faster onboarding
- Easy scaling
Plain-English glossary
Warehouse terms, in plain English
- WMS (warehouse management system)
- Software that tracks every item by location and directs receiving, putaway, picking and dispatch. It is what keeps the stock in the system matching the stock on the shelves.
- GRN (goods received note)
- The record that stock has arrived, checked against the purchase order for quantity and damage. It is the starting point for accurate stock and correct supplier payments.
- FEFO (first expiry, first out)
- A rule that always issues the batch with the nearest expiry date before newer stock. For food, pharma and FMCG goods it reduces write-offs from products that expire on the shelf.
- Wave picking
- Grouping many orders into one picking run timed around courier cut-offs. Pickers walk less and more orders make the day’s dispatch.
- 3PL (third-party logistics)
- A company that stores and ships goods on behalf of other businesses. Its software must bill every client accurately for storage, handling and extra services.
Product preview
Handheld and control-room screens
Illustrative screens for a personal-care distributor’s warehouse in Bhiwandi.
Handheld picking app. Pickers follow a route through the bins and scan each item, and the app stops the wrong product, or a batch that should not go first, from leaving. 
Supervisor dashboard. Supervisors see cut-off progress, dock activity and near-expiry stock together, and move staff to wherever the backlog is building. 
3PL billing. Each client is billed from the activity the system recorded, with a detailed report attached to the GST invoice to settle queries quickly.
Illustrative preview
Sample screens: names, prices and figures are examples, not client data.
Cost drivers
Cost drivers for warehouse software
Operational complexity
Multiple sites, clients, units of measure and batch rules add logic.
Hardware
Handheld scanners, label printers and weighing scales need integration and testing.
Channel integrations
Each ERP, marketplace or courier connection adds its own work.
Estimates are written from your scope, with the effort and assumptions behind each line item.
How pricing worksServices
Services for this industry
The design and engineering services our in-house team combines on projects in this sector.
Custom software development
Software shaped around how your business runs, from approvals and inventory to billing and reports, replacing spreadsheets and disconnected tools.
Android app development
Native Android apps in Kotlin and Jetpack Compose, designed for entry-level phones, patchy networks and the background limits of popular Android brands.
Web application development
Browser-based products, customer portals, dashboards and internal tools, built on clean data models with secure roles and integrations.
API development
Secure, documented REST and GraphQL APIs, plus integrations that connect your apps to payment, logistics, GST, messaging and business systems.
Admin panel development
Back-office dashboards built around your team's daily tasks: order queues, approvals, catalogue management, payouts, reports and audit logs.
Work
Sample builds
Illustrative projects that show how we would approach a product in this sector.
E-commerce & marketplaces
Illustrative sampleB2B wholesale ordering app
An illustrative ordering app for a distributor's retailers and sales team, with tier pricing, credit limits, trade schemes and GST invoicing.
- B2B commerce
- Mobile app + web admin
Runs on
- Android
- iOS
- Cross-platform
- Admin
Built with
- React Native
- Node.js
- PostgreSQL
- Redis
- AWS
- +1 more
FAQ
Frequently asked questions
Do we need special scanners, or can staff use phones?
Both work. Phones with camera scanning are fine for low volumes and occasional counts. For all-day receiving and picking, rugged Android handhelds with built-in scanners from vendors such as Zebra or Honeywell are faster and survive drops, and the same Android app runs on them. We build for the device you choose and test scan speed, battery and Wi-Fi on your floor.
Can the system generate e-way bills for stock transfers?
Yes. E-way bills are generally required when goods above the notified value move, including many transfers between your own warehouses. The software generates them from the dispatch or transfer record through the e-way bill system's APIs or a GST Suvidha Provider, attaches the number to the manifest and tracks validity. Your finance team confirms which movements need one; the rules stay configurable.
Can a 3PL bill each client automatically?
Yes. Each client gets a rate card for storage (per pallet, square foot or bin), inbound and outbound handling, value-added services such as kitting or labelling, and minimum charges. The system records the activity behind every charge during the month and generates a GST invoice with a detailed activity report. That replaces month-end spreadsheet work and makes client queries easier to settle.
Next step
Losing time between the dock and dispatch?
Share your SKU count, order volumes and sales channels, and we will suggest a WMS scope.