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, 2021•56 min
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, 2021•39 min
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, 2021•36 min
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, 2021•42 min
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, 2021•30 min
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, 2021•27 min
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, 2020•41 min
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, 2020•30 min
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, 2020•29 min
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, 2020•27 min
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, 2020•33 min
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, 2020•34 min
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, 2020•43 min
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, 2020•46 min
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, 2020•31 min
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, 2020•45 min
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, 2020•32 min
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, 2020•43 min
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, 2020•25 min
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, 2020•31 min
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, 2020•31 min
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, 2020•27 min
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, 2020•25 min
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, 2020•30 min
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, 2020•26 min
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, 2020•45 min
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, 2020•13 min
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, 2020•40 min
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, 2020•31 min
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, 2020•34 min