Warehouse Management Systems control inventory, picking operations, receiving, and labour management across distribution centres that are now highly automated environments integrating barcode scanners, autonomous mobile robots, conveyor controls, and ERP systems — creating a converged IT/OT environment with significant operational risk if access controls fail. Zero Trust authentication for WMS operators, automation system interfaces, and supplier portal users prevents the credential abuse and lateral movement that has caused multi-day operational shutdowns at retail, pharmaceutical, and third-party logistics operators.
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