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Principal Logistics Technologies

Warehouse Management System (WMS) | Supply Chain Software | Warehouse & Distribution Sales Order Processing Software (SOP)
Principal Logistics Technologies helps 3PL Warehouse, Distribution and Supply Chain businesses improve performance, increase profitability and maximise competitive advantage by digitalising & optimising the physical movement and management of stock.

Managing Director, Peter Flanagan moved to Dublin, Ireland in 1990 where he was engaged by 3PL chill picking operator Norish Cold Storage to develop a bespoke Warehouse Management Software solution. Peter took an innovative approach in his software development by creating, and later patenting, a unique referencing (UR) mechanism which, for example, prevents stock records being altered following confirmation. This UR approach is business-critical for businesses including those handling pharmaceuticals and food products. The functionality was developed long before 'Satoshi Nakamoto' is said to have invented today’s popular blockchain based accounting platform that enables cryptocurrency, bitcoin.

Over the following three years Peter installed In-DEX WMS into a number of cross-industry sector warehouse operator businesses. Realising a niche opportunity existed for custom-built WMS solutions Peter founded Principal Systems Ltd. in 1991.

Brentech Data Systems

Principal Systems group acquired Brentech Data Systems in 2021 in order to focus on the healthcare and pharmaceuticals wholesale and distribution operator markets. Brentech Data Systems was founded by John Brennan in 1990. John had been providing bespoke applications for the wholesale and distribution pharmaceuticals industry since 1978.

AWARDS-BA³ (Advanced Wholesale & Realtime Distribution System) is a leading Microsoft®.NET developed Distribution, Supply Chain Management and ERP software solution providing supply chain execution and eCommerce facilities. It can be deployed standalone, can integrate with Warehouse Control Systems (WCS) and/or with In-DEX WMS for a full end-to-end warehouse solution.

Principal Systems Group

Principal Systems group is a leading developer of WMS, ERP and purchasing software and associated technologies. These manage the storage, handling and movement of stock in businesses spanning 3PL Logistics, Chemicals & Hazardous Goods, Hard & Soft Commodities, Chill Picking, Cold Storage, Cross Docking, eCommerce, FMCG, Manufacturing, Pharmaceuticals & Healthcare, Retail, Wholesale & Distribution and more.

In-DEX WMS and AWARDS BA3 technology is in constant development in order to support the constantly changing needs of our varied client  base, many of which remain as customers after almost 30 years.

Principal Logistics Technologies Achievements Timeline


 * 1990: Peter Flanagan develops WMS application for 3PL cold, chilled and ambient food handling specialist Norish Cold Storage
 * 1993: Principal Systems Ltd. founded for delivery of applications software to warehouse and supply chain operators
 * 2005: Principal Systems moves to Ballsbridge, Dublin, Ireland headquarters
 * 2013: Qlik business intelligence and analytics functionality added to In-DEX WMS
 * 2013: Voice middleware functionality added to In-DEX WMS. Company achieves Honeywell Vocollect Platinum Total Solution Provider partner status
 * 2014: Principal Logistics Technologies (UK) Ltd. subsidiary created to widen geographic market reach.
 * 2018: Comprehensive task management, resource planning and labour management functionality incorporated into In-DEX WMS
 * 2019: Principal Logistics Technologies (Australia) Ltd. incorporated in Sydney, Australia to support Australia and Asia markets
 * 2021: Principal Systems acquires ERP and SOP solutions expert Brentech Data Systems for expansion into global pharmaceuticals and healthcare wholesale and distribution provider markets