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Intelligent automated control in intralogistics with PROLAG World

23.02.2026

Automation increases throughput and boosts efficiency. Many warehouses today rely on a diverse range of systems, including automated small parts storage, high-bay pallet racking, cube storage, driverless transport systems (AGVs) and conveyor technologies. However, the true challenge lies not in the individual systems themselves, but in the overarching automation control.

How do you ensure real-time order coordination, prevent congestion, intelligently prioritize tasks and maintain full transparency across all areas?

This is exactly where PROLAG World comes into play. As a comprehensive warehouse management system with an integrated automation framework and material flow computer, it effortlessly orchestrates both automated and manual storage areas within a single platform. The result? Enhanced plant availability, faster throughput times, and reliable operations – even during peak demand periods.

Centralized control for diverse automation systems

PROLAG World is a versatile, modular warehouse management system that unites both automated and manual storage areas within one centralized platform. Thanks to its integrated automation framework, it can seamlessly connect, monitor and control a wide variety of storage and conveyor systems, regardless of the manufacturer. Whether it’s automated small parts storage, pallet storage, tray storage or cube storage, PROLAG World acts as the central point of coordination, managing all material flows in real-time.

The interaction focuses primarily on:
• End-to-end process control across both automated and manual areas
• Real-time orchestration of material flow and transport orders
• Manufacturer-independent integration through standardized interfaces
• Stable processes even in the face of malfunctions or shifting priorities

The material flow computer lies at the core of the automated control system. Each automated storage area is managed independently, with malfunctions detected, status messages processed and goods movements intelligently prioritized. This ensures that congestion is prevented, throughput times are minimized and system availability is maximized.

Efficiency through intelligent storage strategies

PROLAG World supports advanced automation features such as double-depth storage, multi-depth load handling devices and automatic reorganization. Blocked load units are automatically released through system-generated relocations. If necessary, the system automatically reorganizes storage areas to minimize retrieval times – before seasonal peaks or during high-load periods, for example.

Additional efficiency is achieved through the integration of batch management, double cycling and intelligent prioritization. By combining putaway and retrieval operations into a single trip, the system saves both time and energy, significantly enhancing the overall performance of the automated system.

Transparency and safety in automated warehouses

An integrated digital twin replicates the real warehouse automation system in perfect detail (1:1). This enables simulations, software update testing and risk-free implementation of new components. Potential bottlenecks, malfunctions or shifting requirements can be identified early – without disrupting ongoing operations. For more details, see our separate blog post on digital twins.

Additional features such as NIO processes, buffer space management and field load monitoring ensure safe and efficient operations. Defective pallets are automatically ejected, employees are promptly notified and the conveyor system is protected against overloading.

Flexible Integration of AGVs, cranes and specialized technology

In addition to traditional conveyor systems, PROLAG World allows for the seamless integration of driverless transport systems (AGVs), cranes and scales. The WMS communicates directly with these systems through standardized interfaces, assigning transport orders and processing feedback messages. This ensures flexible material flows, making it ideal for dynamic storage and production environments.

PROLAG World combines both automated and manual storage areas into a single centralized platform. With intelligent control logic, real-time transparency and exceptional integration capabilities, the WMS becomes a key optimization driver in modern intralogistics. The result? Increased efficiency, greater scalability and a future-proof warehouse.