What Makes a WMS Truly "Easy to Integrate"

Bringing on new clients is great — but the juggling of emails, spreadsheets, and manual invoicing that comes with it? Not so much. Without automated data entry, even the simplest tasks can turn into hours of admin.

We believe new clients should help your business grow — not add more to your to-do list.
That’s why we’ve built CartonCloud’s powerful 3PL WMS with easy-to-use integrations, so you can seamlessly connect to your clients’ platforms and your own accounting tools. This means orders flow into your WMS automatically, and invoices are sent out just as easily — unlocking huge time-saving benefits from day one. 

TL;DR: Explore how CartonCloud’s WMS streamlines your workflows by automating data, reducing errors, and eliminating manual admin through easy integrations — so you can focus on growing your business faster. 

Q: What are the benefits of an easy-to-integrate WMS?

A: An easy-to-integrate WMS like CartonCloud connects you to your clients’ platforms, creating a seamless, automated workflow from receiving orders to sending out final invoices.

Here are just a few of the ways a seamless WMS integration can level up your operations:

• Orders land instantly in your WMS as soon as they’re placed so no manual uploads or emails are required.
• Inventory stays accurate in real time, so you always know exactly what’s in stock and where.
• Invoices are generated automatically and synced with your accounting software, saving time and reducing errors.
• Clients get full visibility from order placement to final delivery, with live tracking and status updates.
• Workflows become faster and smoother, allowing your team to focus on customer service — not data entry.
• You can scale with confidence, knowing your systems are built to support more clients without adding more admin work.

Q: How does 3PL integration work?

A: Third-Party Logistics integrations connect your WMS with your clients’ platforms, so data flows seamlessly between systems without delays, errors, or double handling.

Third Party Logistics WMS integrations generally cover a range of  different systems — like e-commerce platforms such as Shopify, ERPs like SAP, shipping platforms , accounting software, and other client specifications. With secure WMS integrations, your team no longer needs to spend time manually keying in orders, updating statuses, or manually calculating rates and charges.

CartonCloud’s easy to integrate WMS is equipped with a variety of software integrations and supports both one-way and two-way integrations with leading accounting, e-commerce, transport, and route optimization systems. For more tailored setups, CartonCloud’s easy API and Zapier integration lets you build custom connections that work exactly the way you need.

Q: How can I automate my data entry using WMS integrations?

A: There are multiple ways to easily automate your data entry using WMS integrations with CartonCloud, whether it’s file uploads, Zapier, or our API, each integration option is designed with time saving and simplicity in mind.

1. File Uploads with Parsers - Your clients can email formatted spreadsheets and CartonCloud Parsers will read and upload the data directly into your CartonCloud WMS — creating orders or consignments automatically. 
2. Zapier Connections - You can connect CartonCloud with thousands of other apps via Zapier (you also have the option to build your own Zaps, or CartonCloud’s integration team can set them up for you!).
3. Public API - For advanced setups, CartonCloud’s public API allows real-time, two-way integration with in-house or external systems. Perfect for custom automations, it keeps systems in sync without any manual input.

Q: What is an API?

A:  API stands for “Application Programming Interface.” To put it simply — an API is like a digital bridge between two software platforms that share information with each other in an instant, ensuring your WMS stays in sync with your clients’ systems at all times. That means orders, inventory levels, delivery updates, and more are immediately updated in both platforms in real-time.

Manage Your Integrations at Your Own Convenience

Speed matters, especially when you’re onboarding new clients. That’s why CartonCloud gives you the power to manage your own integrations at your own convenience!

Take Shopify, for example — one of the most widely used e-commerce platforms. Using CartonCloud’s self-managed Shopify integration, you can connect your WMS and your client’s store in just a few clicks. 

As soon as a customer places an order online, it flows straight into your CartonCloud system automatically. Once you’ve picked and packed the order, tracking updates and fulfilment statuses are sent back to Shopify instantly.

That means, you can easily take on new customers — even if they are located across the globe. 

“Through easy integrations, we are able to receive orders live from overseas at any time. So for all of our clients that come onboard, we then link that directly into CartonCloud from their Shopify.” - Matthew Norton, Commercial Manager, TNS Logistics

Flexible Integration Options to Suit Any 3PL Client

Not every client operates the same way — and that’s why having different integration options is so important. Whether you’re working with tech-savvy customers who are using modern e-commerce platforms or with traditional businesses sending in orders through spreadsheets, having the right WMS integrations in place is essential for smooth, accurate data flow.

Customer Review: “[CartonCloud gave us the] ability to find integration solutions for all 3PL clients — through direct API, Parsers, or logins to let old-school clients enter their own orders.” — Mitchell S., Business Analyst 

CartonCloud’s easy to integrate WMS offers a wide range of seamless integration options to suit every type of client. You can seamlessly bring in data from a variety of systems — without needing to spend hours on manual entry.

• Use Direct API integration for instant, two-way syncing between platforms.
• Provide client logins into CartonCloud so your customers can enter in orders themselves in just a few clicks.
• Use Parsers to automatically read and upload Excel or CSV file data from email attachments directly into your WMS.

Parsers in particular are a huge time-saver for 3PLs working with traditional clients. They allow you to take the spreadsheet files your clients already use — like Sale Order lists or Consignments — and automatically translate that data into CartonCloud. It’s fast, accurate, and eliminates the need to manually re-enter or reformat data. 

One 3PL even said goodbye to data entry and errors with CartonCloud Parsers.

“The implementation of Parsers has probably been one of the biggest wins from using CartonCloud. All of our clients can now upload using Parsers and the keying error rate has plummeted.

CartonCloud’s Parsers have allowed us to convert staff from data entry to customer service which has helped us win more business and grow our own business.” – David Raddon, National Operations Manager, Parton Wine

These flexible options don’t just reduce errors — they create meaningful time savings across your entire operation, giving your team more bandwidth to focus on service and growth.

Pre-Built Connectors for the Platforms You Already Use

When it comes to integrations, not everything has to be built from scratch. In fact, with CartonCloud’s easy to use WMS, many of the tools you already use have ready-made connectors — so you can plug in and keep moving. 

This means you can simplify invoicing with 3PL WMS integrations, and automate key workflows like order syncing and tracking updates in just a few steps — no custom development needed.

“We’ve built CartonCloud’s standard integrations to be straightforward — so for many of the platforms you already use, there’s no need for an in-house IT team to get started.” — Mario Aguilar, Integrations Manager, CartonCloud

Some of the most popular ready-to-go CartonCloud integrations include:

• Accounting software - Xero, MYOB, QuickBooks
• E-commerce platforms - Shopify, WooCommerce, Magento
• ERP systems - Including enterprise platforms like SAP

These pre-built connectors make it faster and easier to get up and running, helping 3PLs onboard clients quickly and deliver real-time data visibility from day one.

“When we onboard a client, the first part of that is to ensure we have CartonCloud set up, to ensure their integration is spot on.”

“Once we have everything connected, [our customers] actually don’t need to touch what we do or how it operates — we’re able to integrate our systems together to a complete, autonomous process.” - Deanne Luke, Founder, Lexington Logistics

Our team is here to support you!

Whether it’s creating custom warehouse integrations, or helping you easily connect to a new platform, our integrations team is here ready to help, so you (and your client’s) can get up and running fast.

CartonCloud’s integration team was key in helping AustraCold secure a new client thanks to being able to integrate quickly.

“We had them up and running in six weeks. It was a dream start and couldn’t have gone any better.

“It has given us the confidence to really ramp up the growth of the business and seek out other businesses that we can bring on board with absolute confidence that we can add value very quickly.” — Birol Guler, Managing Director, AustraCold

Learn more about how to win bigger, better clients by integrating with CartonCloud here.

Q: What if my integration is complex or custom?

A: Not a problem! Our integration specialists are here to help at every stage, from scoping requirements to writing custom logic and testing endpoints, our team ensures every setup is tailored to you.

Q: How long does a warehouse integration take to go live?

A: The average CartonCloud integration takes between two and six weeks.

CartonCloud is equipped with many resources to support you, such as our Knowledge Base, which has detailed step-by-step articles walking you through each integration. It’s one of the many things our users love and often mention in their customer reviews!

"Web-based software. Ease of use and easy integration. A complete knowledge base 2.0 (help documentation)" — Alejandro T., IT Manager

"Great support team that helped with setup, implementation, as well as tailored solutions." — Faisal J., Senior Manager

"As a customer that operates in an international environment, we pride ourselves to a high level of customer service and capability to provide a customized solution to our client. I’ve used and implemented many big brand systems in the market. CartonCloud is one that exceeded my expectation when it comes to implementation and integration with other platforms. Furthermore, I know I can count on to the CartonCloud team for any technician support and creative solution to my needs." — Dil S., Logistics Solutions Manager

Key Takeaways

• Reduce your manual admin work - CartonCloud’s WMS connects directly with your clients’ systems and your own accounting platforms, so your orders, inventory, and invoices are updated automatically — saving hours of valuable time admin every day.
• There are flexible integration options for each of your clients - Whether your clients use Shopify, SAP, spreadsheets, or something in between — CartonCloud gives you flexible integration tools (like APIs, Parsers, and Zapier) to connect to any platform or automatically upload data.
• Scale faster with confidence - You can onboard clients quickly, reduce errors, and grow your 3PL business without needing extra hands on deck with automated data entry from integrations.

Want to know more?

See all of the time saving benefits you can get with CartonCloud! Book your free demo with our friendly team today.