Supporting your growing supply chain is in your DNA

Delivering the advanced warehouse management and labour solution to help you is in ours

A legacy of excellence. A future of innovation.

With a corporate history spanning over 50 years, Worldwide Chain Stores (WCS) draws on decades of experience and expertise to develop world-leading warehouse management systems that streamline your supply chain operations and drive your businesses forward.

It’s a journey characterised by technological innovation and defined by a consistent focus on delivering value to our customers so they can do the same for theirs.

One of the secrets of our longevity in such a highly competitive industry is a WMS that has not only stood the test of time but continually evolves to embrace the modern challenges of ever-changing business models and increasing customer demands.

Our functionally rich, scalable and future-proof technology platform works tirelessly to enhance the customer experience in today’s complex omnichannel and hybrid business environments.

How ?

By offering state-of-the-art advanced warehouse management and labour solutions for warehouse management, asset management, order management, and more.

A powerful partnership. A blueprint for growth.

In 2019, WCS became a part of the Volaris Group, a global conglomerate specialising in the acquisition and growth of vertical market software companies. Since then, they’ve continually demonstrated their commitment to supporting us in our quest for innovation while allowing us to retain our corporate identity and culture.

Under their expert guidance, we’ve been able to invest further and faster, strengthening our solutions portfolio and growing our platform while also exploring new geographies and markets. We also have unprecedented access to a wealth of resources, best practices, and industry knowledge.

All of which means we can offer our clients a level of service and a variety of solutions we would not have been able to before.

A universal solution. A unique approach.

We are privileged to partner with some of the world’s leading businesses, offering warehouse management solutions that improve their efficiency and deliver measurable business benefits.

Our clients span a wide range of industries, including retail, wholesale, food service, third-party logistics, and more. We’re proud to say that some of our customers have been with us for over 40 years – a testament, we believe, not only to the quality of our products, but to our commitment to always putting our clients at the centre of our business.

To us, business is about so much more than making a sale, and our relationships with our customers run so much deeper than a series of simple transactional exchanges. We’re proud of the bonds we’ve built with our clients over the years, and we continue to deliver on our promise of excellent products backed up with excellent service.

A talented team. A collaborative approach.

Our most valuable asset is our dedicated team of highly skilled professionals. Their in-depth knowledge of both software and the supply chain industry means we can deliver superior solutions tailored to our customers’ unique needs.

We believe in a collaborative approach that fosters innovation and continuous improvement, and it’s part of the reason why we’ve remained at the forefront of the industry for so many years.

At WCS, we are so much more than a software provider. We are a talented team committed to empowering our clients with the tools and insights they need to revolutionise their supply chain execution.

"When I look back over how we have developed in the last 18 years with WCS, those developments would not have been possible without the WCS platform"

Luke Hanlon

Supply Chain Director, MRPI

Meet the Team

Joshila Makan

CEO - Chief Executive Officer

Joshila Makan
CEO - Chief Executive Officer

Joshila Makan, CEO of WCS, boasts 27 years of expansive experience in technology, retail, and logistics. A visionary leader, she is renowned for relationship-building, motivating teams, and strategic growth planning. With a deep understanding of the Retail and IT sectors, Joshila has served both as a retailer and supplier, becoming a trusted advisor in South Africa, the UK, Ireland, the USA, and Australia. Previously, she held roles such as CEO of a global software solutions company. Known for getting the job done and her strong ethics, Joshila consistently drives success in growing organisations

Sarah Johnston

Finance Manager

Sarah Johnston
Finance Manager

Steering the fiscal helm of WCS, Sarah Johnston, with 10+ years’ experience across a number of industries, plays a critical role in safeguarding our financial growth and stability. With a robust background from Ernst and Young and Deloitte, she applies sharp analytical skills and strategic financial foresight to ensure WCS's steady climb in the market. Beyond crunching numbers, Sarah delights in exploring the world trying to visit new cities and countries as much as she can.

Joe Simpson

Human Resources Business Partner

Joe Simpson
Human Resources Business Partner

Joe Simpson has 25 plus years Human Resource and Organisation Design experience, building robust experience in senior positions with blue chip global companies in food industries, finance, retail and hi-tech manufacturing. A natural “big thinker” with proven experience of strategy design and its execution, Joe is instrumental in resourcing key talent and skills for WCS in support of our very ambitious growth plans. He will also be responsible for developing and growing our existing talented people skills base to continue to exceed our customer expectations. In his spare time, Joe enjoys cooking, reading and football.

Kevin Ford

Infrastructure and Release Manager

Kevin Ford
Infrastructure and Release Manager

At WCS, Kevin Ford stands as the bedrock of our infrastructure and release processes, leveraging 14 years in warehouse management system infrastructure and release management. Responsible for orchestrating our seamless software updates and system uptime, his comprehensive system oversight and meticulous release scheduling, ensures that our WCS clients always experience impeccable service delivery. Outside the technical realm, Kevin finds joy in hiking and running, symbolising his drive for navigating complex terrains with precision.

Daryl Fisher

Product Director

Daryl Fisher
Product Director

At WCS, Product Director Daryl Fisher, with over 30 years’ industry experience, drives the future direction of our products, rooted in his deep understanding of applying technology to innovate and generate real business value in Supply Chain. His unique blend of technical skill and deep supply chain knowledge ensures WCS's cutting edge in the digital realm. Daryl also teaches several courses, including Supply Chain Information Technology and Global Supply Chains, for the Master of Supply Chain Management program at Elmhurst University.

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