Process That Powers Precision.
Five Phase IT Approach
Engineering IT for seamless, high-performing contract logistics.
At CLI, technology isn’t just a tool – it’s a strategic enabler of precision, efficiency, and real-time visibility across the supply chain. Our Five-Phase IT Approach ensures that every warehouse management system (WMS) deployment is engineered for seamless integration, scalability, and operational excellence.
From initial discovery to full-scale implementation, we design, procure, deploy, and optimize a technology ecosystem that powers flawless logistics execution. With a focus on high availability, real-time visibility, and continuous improvement, CLI’s IT solutions keep supply chains moving – faster, smarter, and more efficiently than ever before.
Phase One: Discovery
Laying the Foundation For a Smart, Connected System.
The first step to an engineered IT solution is to understand your unique operational requirements. CLI conducts a comprehensive business requirements analysis to determine the infrastructure, software, and connectivity needed for success.
- Specialized software integrations to connect to customer systems
- Required licensing and compliance considerations
- Employee training for system adoption and efficiency
- Communication infrastructure planning
- Hardware and device requirements (PCs, servers, scanners, etc.)
With these insights, CLI develops a detailed bill of materials to align the IT architecture with the overall solution design.
Phase Two: Asset Procurement
Sourcing the Right Technology for Seamless Execution.
Once the solution is designed, CLI acquires the essential IT assets – from network hardware to mobile devices – ensuring every component supports high-performance logistics execution.
- Communications – High-bandwidth fiber, T1 lines, 4G LTE redundancy
- Hardware – Mobile scanners, PCs, servers, power carts, IP phones
- Infrastructure – Wireless networks, firewalls, intrusion detection, backup power
Every asset is selected to optimize uptime, connectivity, and security—critical for fast-moving, high-volume supply chain environments.
Phase Three: Infrastructure Deployment
Building a Secure, High-Availability IT Backbone.
With hardware assets in place, CLI engineers the network infrastructure that serves as the foundation for logistics operations. This includes:
- Network validation to ensure all components work seamlessly
- Redundant connectivity for high-availability performance
- Enterprise-grade security to protect data and systems
- Scalable architecture to support business growth
By creating a robust IT infrastructure, we ensure real-time data access, system reliability, and seamless operations.
Phase Four: Configuration & Development
Engineering STREME™ WMS for Peak Performance.
At the heart of CLI’s technology-driven approach is STREME™ WMS, our proprietary warehouse management system. During this phase, we follow a structured software development life cycle (SDLC):
- Development – Customizing features for specific OEM requirements
- Quality Assurance – Rigorously testing system performance
- Staging – Simulating real-world operational environments
- Deployment – Launching the system with full validation
Alongside software configuration, CLI engineers the network and mission-critical applications that power end-to-end logistics performance.
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Phase Five: Go Live
Precision Execution from Day One.
With infrastructure, network, and software fully engineered, tested, and optimized, CLI launches the operation with seamless execution.
- Proactive monitoring of IT systems and WMS
- Real-time troubleshooting to prevent disruptions
- Continuous performance optimization to maximize efficiency
From deployment day onward, CLI ensures IT infrastructure, software, and logistics operations remain resilient, scalable, and high-performing.
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