PathGuide Technologies, a leader in advanced warehouse management and shipping solutions, announced that Hirsch Pipe & Supply has successfully invested in PathGuide’s Latitude Warehouse Management System (WMS) to drive measurable improvements in warehouse productivity and operational visibility, helping the company better serve its customers.
Hirsch Pipe & Supply is one of Southern California’s largest independent plumbing and HVAC distributors, operating 30 locations and serving customers ranging from independent contractors to large enterprises. Faced with rapid growth and surging increases in distribution center throughput, Hirsch needed a modern warehouse management solution that could integrate with its existing ERP environment and support future expansion.
After implementing Latitude WMS, Hirsch improved picking efficiency by 25% through more streamlined warehouse workflows and better labor utilization. The WMS also reduced manual, spreadsheet-driven processes and made inbound logistics and operational information easier to access across the warehouse, purchasing, and sales teams.
“As we continued growing, we needed a warehouse management system that could scale with us and not force us to change how we operate,” said Robert Gabrielson, Vice President of Supply Chain at Hirsch Pipe & Supply. “Latitude gave us the flexibility to integrate with our existing ERP, improve warehouse efficiency, and gain the operational visibility we were missing. Just as importantly, PathGuide has been a true partner throughout the process, helping us continuously improve as our business evolves.”
Designed specifically for distributors, Latitude WMS delivers comprehensive warehouse control and insight to improve inventory management, labor utilization, and operational performance while supporting long-term growth. For Hirsch, this included the introduction of zone-based picking and expanded capabilities to support greater efficiency across the organization.
“Hirsch Pipe & Supply’s success is a clear example of how contemporary warehouse management investments can increase labor efficiency, show where productivity improvements can be made, and deliver a better customer experience,” said Eric Allais, President and CEO of PathGuide Technologies. “With Latitude, Hirsch strengthened warehouse performance, improved operational decision-making, and built a foundation for continued growth, and we’re proud to be a partner in that journey.”
For more information about Latitude WMS or any of PathGuide’s products, please contact PathGuide at clientservices@pathguide.com or call 1-888-627-9797.
About Hirsch Pipe & Supply
Founded in 1933, Hirsch Pipe & Supply is a premier wholesale distributor of plumbing, HVAC, and industrial supplies, serving trade professionals across Southern California and beyond. With over 90 years of industry expertise, Hirsch provides an extensive inventory of bath and kitchen fixtures, piping, and mechanical equipment, alongside specialized services like the HirschNow ordering suite, WillCall30, and DeliveryNow logistics. Committed to superior service and community, Hirsch is dedicated to empowering contractors with the right parts exactly when and where they need them. For more information, visit Hirsch Pipe & Supply.
About PathGuide Technologies
PathGuide Technologies, Inc., a privately held company founded in 1989, is a leading provider of warehouse management and shipping solutions for wholesale, industrial, and retail distributors across the United States, Canada, and abroad. PathGuide’s software and services help suppliers increase productivity and order accuracy, improve customer service, and lower labor costs, ultimately driving greater profitability. To learn how distributors of all sizes can benefit from improved warehouse management, visit PathGuide Technologies.
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