Why Is Penguin Random House Rethinking Its WMS Strategy?
In this episode of Warehouse Wednesdays, Redwood’s Mark Lewis sits down with longtime WMS expert Bob Kennedy to explore a unique approach to modernizing warehousing operations.
Filmed live at WERC Conference 2025, the conversation focuses on Penguin Random House’s decision to retain and enhance its legacy WMS rather than move to a fully cloud-based system—highlighting how one of the largest book distributors in the world is using a hybrid strategy to maintain control, improve flexibility, and future-proof its warehousing infrastructure.
Whether you're debating between on-premise vs. cloud or planning your next WMS upgrade, this conversation offers valuable insights into what’s possible when businesses take ownership of their warehouse management systems.
Watch the video to learn:
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Why some enterprises are resisting full cloud migration.
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How Penguin Random House is layering new functionality onto an older WMS.
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The role of slotting, SKU volatility, and real-time adaptability in modern warehousing
Stay tuned for more WMS insights in future Warehouse Wednesdays episodes.
