Web seminar | 29.09.2026
SAP MFS or an external material flow control system?
The right architecture for automated warehouses
- September 29, 2026
- 9:00 a.m. – 9:45 a.m.
SAP MFS or an external material flow control system? The right architecture for automated warehouses
Material flow control is at the heart of automated warehouse and conveyor technology. It determines how reliably conveyor systems, high-bay warehouses, shuttle systems, AutoStore, sorters, and autonomous vehicles work together, and how efficiently goods are moved.
But which system architecture is the right one?
Does it make sense to use SAP MFS (SAP Material Flow System) as a module of SAP EWM for centralised control, or does an external material flow computer offer decisive advantages? And when is a hybrid approach the most suitable solution?
The right material flow architecture for your warehouse
In this webinar, our experts will examine the various architectural concepts from both a technical and economic perspective. You will learn,
- what tasks a material flow computer actually performs,
- where the system boundaries lie between SAP EWM, SAP MFS, and automation,
- what impact each architecture has on integration effort, maintainability, release readiness, and operating costs.
Using practical examples from a wide variety of automation scenarios— ranging from conveyor systems and high-bay warehouses to shuttle systems and AutoStore, all the way to AMR and sorting solutions —we’ll show you which architectures have proven effective in different project situations. This will provide you with a solid basis for decision-making regarding future automation projects and enable you to select the right material flow strategy for your company.
Your LogiPlus Speaker
Philipp Klein, Logistics Consultant
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FOCUS
TOPICS
What tasks does a material flow control system perform? Responsibilities and system boundaries
Comparison of architecture options: SAP MFS, External Material Flow Computer, Hybrid Architectures
Integration and interfaces: Communication channels, complexity, and responsibilities
Operation and long-term viability: Dependance on a single vendor, maintainability, ability to upgrade, and operating costs
Decision-making guide for your project: Which architecture is best suited for which automation scenario?
Practical examples from actual projects: Conveyor technology, high-bay warehouses, shuttle systems, AutoStore, AMR/AGV, and sorters
BENEFITS
Understanding architecture better
You will learn about the functions, capabilities, and limitations of SAP MFS, external material flow control systems, and hybrid architectures.
Making informed decisions
You’ll gain practical insights to help you make informed decisions and find inspiration for selecting the optimal material flow architecture for your own projects.
Planning for long-term economic viability
You will learn how different approaches affect maintainability, release readiness, and operating costs.
Realistically assess the integration effort
You understand the impact of different architectures on interfaces, project effort, and responsibilities.
Benefit from practical experience gained in real-world projects
Through real-world customer projects, you'll gain valuable insights into successful automation projects and proven architectures.
Practical tips from intralogistics and SAP EWM experts
You’ll benefit from our extensive experience in intralogistics. We’re also true SAP EWM experts. The combination of logistics and SAP expertise is our biggest advantage.
