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The New Warehouse Podcast

The New Warehouse podcast hosted by Kevin Lawton is your source for insights and ideas from the distribution, transportation and logistics industry. New episodes every Monday and Wednesday morning bring you the latest from industry experts and thought leaders.

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Episodes

EP 145: Nate Schisler's Distribution Journey

In this episode host Kevin Lawton talks to Nate Schisler who is a distribution and logistics expert. Nate has worked for UPS, DHL and most recently lululemon through their rapid growth. He brings his knowledge and experience to the podcast to share his journey and what he has learned that has helped him to start his new consulting business DistributionX. Follow us on LinkedIn and YouTube . Support the show...

Jan 20, 202156 min

EP 144: Packsize

In this episode host Kevin Lawton talks to CEO and Founder of Packsize, Hank Kiessner. They discuss Packsize's solutions, sustainability and right size packaging. Follow us on LinkedIn and YouTube . Support the show

Jan 18, 202139 min

EP 143: Supply Chain Sustainability with Justin Goldston

In this episode host Kevin Lawton talks to Justin Goldston, a professor at Penn State University, about the current climate of supply chain education, supply chain sustainability and automation in the supply chain. Follow us on LinkedIn and YouTube . Support the show

Jan 13, 202136 min

EP 142: AutoStore and Jon Schechter

In this episode host Kevin Lawton talks to Jon Schechter from AutoStore about fleet based robots, software based material handling equipment and differences in our industry between America and his experience in Germany. Follow us on LinkedIn and YouTube . Support the show

Jan 11, 202142 min

EP 141: SmartBOL

In this episode host Kevin Lawton talks to James Sramek of SmartBOL. They discuss SmartBOL's digital BOL solution, how it has evolved and how it has helped reduce the need for contact during the pandemic. Follow us on LinkedIn and YouTube . Support the show

Jan 06, 202130 min

EP 140: Pandemic Innovations, 2020 Recap

In this episode host Kevin Lawton looks back at 2020 and comments on clips from previous episodes regarding pandemic innovations. Featuring clips from Locix, Peak-Ryzek and IBM. Follow us on LinkedIn and YouTube . Support the show

Jan 04, 202127 min

EP 139: AutoStore and Micro-fulfillment

In this episode host Kevin Lawton talks to Andrew Benzinger who is a Business Development Manager at AutoStore. They discuss the AutoStore solution, micro-fulfillment, the changing fulfillment model of grocery and space utilization. Follow us on LinkedIn and YouTube . Support the show

Dec 30, 202041 min

EP 138: AutoGuide Mobile ASRS

In this episode host Kevin Lawton talks to the CEO of AutoGuide Mobile Robots, Rob Sullivan. They discuss AutoGuide's business during the pandemic, their new Mobile ASRS, their new MAX-N High Bay and their modular robot platform. Follow us on LinkedIn and YouTube . Support the show

Dec 28, 202030 min

EP 137: Rufus Labs Update

In this episode host Kevin Lawton talks to CEO and co-founder of Rufus Labs, Gabe Grifoni. They catch up since the last time he was on Episode 25 and discuss updates to the solution, dealing with peak demand and training improvements for new workers. Follow us on LinkedIn and YouTube . Support the show...

Dec 23, 202029 min

EP 136: 2021 Thoughts with Garry Bartecki

In this episode host Kevin Lawton is joined by Garry Bartecki of GB Financial Services to discuss the January 2021 cover story for Material Handling Wholesaler. They discuss Garry's outlook for 2021, how to get through 2021, material handling equipment refurbishment programs and getting younger generations interested in the industry. Follow us on LinkedIn and YouTube . Support the show...

Dec 21, 202027 min

EP 135: RightHand Robotics

In this episode host Kevin Lawton talks to Vince Martinelli of RightHand Robotics. They discuss how business has been through the pandemic, Vince's time as a coffee shop owner and 2021 automation predictions. Follow us on LinkedIn and YouTube . Support the show

Dec 16, 202033 min

EP 134: Kinetic Eye

In this episode host Kevin Lawton talks to Founder and CEO of Kinetic Eye, Josh Butler. They discuss how Kinetic Eye works, computer vision and where the idea came from. Follow us on LinkedIn and YouTube . Support the show

Dec 14, 202034 min

EP 133: Facility Design with Peter Christian

In this episode host Kevin Lawton talks to author Peter Christian. Peter has an extensive background in industrial engineering, operations and strategic planning. He is the author of "What about the Vermin Problem?" and "Influences and Influencers". We talk about his background, experiences and also about facility design. Follow us on LinkedIn and YouTube . Support the show...

Dec 09, 202043 min

EP 132: TMS 101 with John Conte

In this episode host Kevin Lawton is joined by John Conte of Conte Logistics. They discuss John's book "The ABC's of Supply Chain and Logistics", career advice and insights on transportation management systems (TMS). Follow us on LinkedIn and YouTube . Support the show

Dec 07, 202046 min

EP 131: Noviland

In this episode host Kevin Lawton talks to Francois Jaffres of Noviland. They discuss what Noviland is, how the cloud sourcing platform works and also sourcing trends during the pandemic. For a $20 credit at Noviland use promo code TNW20 Follow us on LinkedIn and YouTube . Support the show...

Dec 02, 202031 min

EP 130: Peak-Ryzex COVID Coverage

In this episode host Kevin Lawton is joined by Jen Ward who is the Offering Manager for Mobility Solutions at Peak-Ryzex. We discuss how mobility solutions have changed since COVID, how their business and others have adapted and also a focus on UV-C light technology for sanitizing purposes. Follow us on LinkedIn and YouTube . Support the show...

Nov 30, 202045 min

EP 129: IBM and Cognitive Process Reengineering

In this episode host Kevin Lawton talks to Jonathan Wright, Global Head Cognitive Process Reengineering, of IBM. They discuss cognitive process reengineering, breaking down silos and utilizing AI to help improve the supply chain. Follow us on LinkedIn and YouTube . Support the show

Nov 25, 202032 min

EP 128: ProGlove

In this episode host Kevin Lawton talks to Tracy Hansen of ProGlove. They discuss ProGlove's wearable solution, disruptive innovation and industry 4.0. Follow us on LinkedIn and YouTube . Support the show

Nov 23, 202043 min

EP 127: Factory vs. Independent

In this episode, host Kevin Lawton talks to Dave Baiocchi of Resonant Dealer Services for the Material Handling Wholesaler December 2020 cover story. They discuss factory stores vs. independent dealers, impacts to the market and what it means for customers. Follow us on LinkedIn and YouTube . Support the show...

Nov 19, 202025 min

EP 126: COVID Safety with Zebra Technologies

In this episode host Kevin Lawton is joined by Mark Wheeler of Zebra Technologies. They discuss impacts of COVID, proper sanitizing of devices, best pandemic practices and also their recently released Food Safety Supply Chain Vision Study. Follow us on LinkedIn and YouTube . Support the show

Nov 16, 202031 min

EP 125: Wyebot

In this episode host Kevin Lawton talks to Roger Sands the CEO of Wyebot. They discuss what Wyebot does, how to optimize your network and network in the warehouse. Follow us on LinkedIn and YouTube . Support the show

Nov 11, 202031 min

EP 124: Enersys Motive Power

In this episode host Kevin Lawton talks to Tim Wittig of Enersys. They discuss the motive power branch of Enersys, impacts of the pandemic to the battery industry and also new technology. Follow us on LinkedIn and YouTube . Support the show

Nov 09, 202027 min

EP 123: Regal Conveying

In this episode Kevin Lawton talks to Brad Gossard of Regal Conveying. They discuss how conveying has changed along with material handling in the last 10 years and how automation through conveyors can help with your facility's social distancing. Follow us on LinkedIn and YouTube . Support the show

Nov 04, 202025 min

EP 122: SCI

In this episode host Kevin Lawton talks to Chris Galindo who is the CEO of SCI, a Canadian based 3PL. They discuss how their 3PL became one of Canada's largest and some of the impacts the pandemic has had on the Canadian business landscape. Follow us on LinkedIn and YouTube . Support the show

Nov 02, 202030 min

EP 121: Gather AI

In this episode host Kevin Lawton talks to Dr. Sankalp Arora who is the Chief Robotics Engineer at Gather AI. They discuss Gather AI's inventory management software, how the idea came to be and also the versatility of the platform. Follow us on LinkedIn and YouTube . Support the show

Oct 29, 202026 min

EP 120: PINC

In this episode, host Kevin Lawton is joined by Matt Yearling who is the CEO and President at PINC. They discuss PINC's yard management solution which is the #1 YMS on the market. Learn more about how a YMS works and how PINC's YMS can help to optimize your operation from the outside in. Follow us on LinkedIn and YouTube . Support the show...

Oct 26, 202045 min

EP 119: Mobile Industrial Robots at MODEX

In this episode host Kevin Lawton talks to Josh Cloer of Mobile Industrial Robots at MODEX 2020. They discuss MiR's autonomous, collaborative and open platform, what MODEX attendees are most interested in and also safety measures that are being put in place with AMRs. Follow us on LinkedIn and YouTube . Support the show...

Oct 21, 202013 min

EP 118: Current State of Automation

In this episode, host Kevin Lawton talks to Martin McVicar of Combilift and Nathan Bivans of FORT Robotics about the current state of automation. This is an extension of the November 2020 cover story from Material Handling Wholesaler. Follow us on LinkedIn and YouTube . Support the show

Oct 19, 202040 min

EP 117: NetSuite

In this episode, host Kevin Lawton talks to Ranga Bodla of Oracle's NetSuite about their supply chain offerings, impacts of COVID on supply chains and the concept of reshoring. Follow us on LinkedIn and YouTube . Support the show

Oct 15, 202031 min

EP 116: VARGO

In this episode, host Kevin Lawton talks to Art Eldred of VARGO Solutions about their WES system called COFE, differences between WES, WMS and WCS and also trends during COVID. Follow us on LinkedIn and YouTube . Support the show

Oct 12, 202034 min
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