“With invasWMS we left behind our dependency on memory. Now, the location of every product is clearly, reliably, and easily accessible.”
— Yorlady Gomez, Supply Chain Director at Bellota

From experience to digital control: an evolving operatio

With more than 100 years of history, Bellota is recognized for its excellence in manufacturing high-quality tools for the agriculture, construction, and industrial sectors. From its plant in Manizales, Colombia, the company has established itself as a leader in producing files, blades, machetes, and other specialized products, marketed both locally and across international markets in Latin America.

As its operations grew in scale and complexity, the company identified the need to digitally transform its logistics. For this reason, it decided to implement a Warehouse Management System (WMS) to optimize control, traceability, and process efficiency.

The company’s growth brought with it a high level of operational demand. Logistics management, which until then had relied on an ERP system and empirical knowledge, began facing limitations: no control of storage locations, manual processes, and only partial access to information.

The result:

• Frequent errors in picking
• Delays in order preparation and fulfillment
• Unreliable inventory levels
• Difficulty coordinating manufactured and commercialized products

To continue growing in an organized manner, automation alone was not enough — the distribution center (CEDI) needed a complete redesign. Locations had to be organized, processes standardized, and operations digitized. The company needed a specialized solution capable of transforming its logistics — from day-to-day operations to consolidating a clear, structured, and visible strategy across the organization.

This was the beginning of the journey toward implementing a WMS.

At that point, the company made an important decision: to implement a cloud-based warehouse management system that would organize, provide visibility, and optimize operations. After evaluating several options, they chose invasWMS and selected Cerca Technology as their implementation partner.

Results achieved with invasWMS

• Reliable, real-time inventory availability
• 5% reduction in picking errors
• 33% reduction in order preparation times
• Overall inventory cycle reduced from 2 weeks to just 4 days
• Greater traceability, location control, and efficiency in order fulfillment

Beyond the numbers, one of the most significant impacts was on people. The cultural change driven by the tool has strengthened the operational team’s capabilities, providing autonomy, process clarity, and a stronger sense of ownership.

“Operators no longer just execute tasks. They propose improvements, use the tool with confidence, and feel part of the change… they’ve even grown fond of it. Today, they see it as an ally in their daily work.”
— Daniel Aguirre, Logistics Manager at Bellota

Why choose invasWMS over other solutions in the market?

Because it offered the perfect balance of functionality, integration, and cost. Its ability to integrate with existing systems was critical, as was the flexibility of being fully cloud-based. In addition, the close and human support from the Cerca Technology team was a differentiator from day one.

The implementation process prioritized a smooth transition, focusing on:

• Organized receiving and traceability from the point of entry
• Strategic product location
• System-guided and optimized picking
• ERP integration to ensure data consistency
• Training the team to fully adopt and embrace the tool

Logistics transformation through invasWMS

Today, operations at the company’s distribution center are not only more efficient but also smarter. The implementation of invasWMS marked a turning point, shifting from manual and disconnected processes to digitalized, integrated, data-driven management.

The distribution center has become a reliable source of strategic information, fueling decision-making in areas such as planning, foreign trade, sales, and marketing. Real-time visibility, detailed movement control, and standardized processes have strengthened operational efficiency and built a much more agile, precise, and business-aligned logistics model.

A transversal improvement across the organization

The digitalization of the distribution center has delivered visible benefits throughout the supply chain:

• Planning can anticipate demand more accurately, both nationally and internationally.
• The commercial area has reliable data that supports faster, safer, and more effective sales across all channels.

This change not only solved present challenges — it also prepared the company to grow with a solid, efficient, and scalable technology foundation.

The future: sustainable growth with technology as an ally

Thanks to the success of this implementation, the company is already projecting the expansion of its warehouses, confident that invasWMS will continue providing the operational support and structure necessary to drive growth.

“At Cerca Technology, we understand that implementing technological solutions in logistics is not just about installing a system, but about providing continuous support to ensure long-term effectiveness. Bellota’s experience with invasWMS is a clear reflection of this approach. From the beginning, we worked hand in hand with the team to understand their specific challenges and tailor the implementation of invasWMS to meet their needs.”
— Mary Romero, Professional Services Manager at invas, Cerca Technology