In episode 490 of The New Warehouse Podcast, Steve Hopper, founder and principal of Inviscid Consulting, joins the show to discuss the ever-pressing topic of labor. With decades of experience in the industry, Hopper brings a wealth of knowledge in optimizing warehousing, distribution, and logistics operations. Inviscid Consulting specializes in streamlining processes to reduce costs and enhance service levels. In this episode, Hopper delves into the persistent labor challenges in the warehousing...
May 29, 2024•31 min•Ep. 490
In episode 489 of The New Warehouse podcast, Mark Stanton, President and General Manager of Elokon Group, joins to discuss improving warehouse safety management. Elokon Group, with over 38 years of experience, specializes in enhancing safety for material handling equipment (MHE) and fire safety systems. This episode explores the integration of safety tech, the balance between passive and active measures, and the challenges of demonstrating ROI in safety investments. Follow us on LinkedIn and You...
May 27, 2024•31 min
On this bonus episode of the podcast we are talking Supply Chain Planning with Ryan Gifford from Manhattan Associates. This conversation was originally broadcast live at Momentum 2024 where one of the biggest announcements of the conference was how Manhattan is tearing down the silos of supply chain planning and helping organizations to respond more rapidly, efficiently and effectively to the "blue dot" consumer. Follow us on LinkedIn and YouTube . Support the show...
May 24, 2024•22 min
Today’s episode of The New Warehouse Podcast, welcomes Carson Menke, Regional Sales Manager, and Brian Markison, Director of Sales, from Rocrich AGV Solutions. The episode delves into the unique collaboration between Jungheinrich and Rocla in North America, the extensive automation solutions offered by Rocrich, and the broader implications of automation in the warehousing industry. Be sure to tune to hear Carson and Brian share their expertise on the evolution and future of warehouse automation....
May 22, 2024•31 min•Ep. 488
Today's episode takes The New Warehouse Podcast on the road to the heart of industrial innovation at the Nucor Warehouse Systems (NWS) facility in Houston, Texas. Joining us are Daniel Aguirre, a seasoned guest, and Carmen Sanchez, the production supervisor on site. Nucor , renowned as the largest steel producer and recycler in the United States, showcases its end-to-end manufacturing process, transforming raw steel into the racking systems integral to modern warehouses. This episode delves into...
May 20, 2024•21 min•Ep. 487
Welcome to The New Warehouse Podcast, where we delve into the evolving world of logistics and automation. Today, we're joined by Cary Vandenavond, the Chief Revenue Officer at Dexterity, a company at the forefront of integrating robotics within warehouse environments to enhance operational efficiency. Dexterity leverages innovative robotic arms and AI-driven software to tackle complex logistical tasks, from truck loading to mixed SKU pallet handling. Tune in to learn how their technologies, part...
May 15, 2024•31 min•Ep. 486
In this episode of The New Warehouse Podcast , we are joined by Robert Iaria , the Vice President of Client Solutions and Logistics at B-Stock Solutions . B-Stock Solutions, renowned for its innovative approach to handling returns, excess, and unsold inventory, plays a pivotal role in the recommerce industry. Robert shares insights on tackling one of the industry's pressing issues—managing excess inventory efficiently. Follow us on LinkedIn and YouTube . Support the show...
May 13, 2024•33 min•Ep. 485
For this new episode of the podcast we had the pleasure of being on site and recording on location at Jay Group in Lancaster, PA. Kevin sat down with their President and COO, Blake Dudek as well as Ryan Millman of UnDigital and Akhilesh Srivastava of Fenix Commerce to discuss the end to end e-commerce order and how all of their solutions play a part to improve the customer experience and drive further value for brands. Follow us on LinkedIn and YouTube . Support the show...
May 08, 2024•40 min•Ep. 484
Welcome to The New Warehouse Podcast! In today’s episode, I’m thrilled to host Itamar Zur, co-founder and CEO of Veho , a company at the forefront of revolutionizing e-commerce delivery services. Today, we will explore Veho's innovative approach to logistics, focusing on enhancing customer experience and solving prevalent delivery challenges. Veho's story is particularly compelling, given their unique model that integrates advanced technology with flexible gig economy logistics, aiming to redefi...
May 06, 2024•42 min•Ep. 483
Welcome to another fiery episode of The New Warehouse Podcast ! Today, we're joined by Ralph Bless, Executive Vice President at Telgian , a company with a 39-year legacy in engineering fire protection systems. In this episode, Ralph unpacks the complexities of fire safety in warehousing, emphasizing the challenges introduced by modern automated systems such as ASRS and the struggle to keep fire codes current with technological advancements. Follow us on LinkedIn and YouTube . Support the show...
May 01, 2024•32 min•Ep. 482
In today’s episode of The New Warehouse Podcast , Jonathan Briggs , VP of Sales and Solutions at Nimble Robotics , delves into Nimble’s transformative approach to logistics. Positioned at the vanguard of the industry, Nimble Robotics is redefining third-party logistics (3PL) with its fully automated solutions, merging cutting-edge robotics and artificial intelligence (AI) to reshape how logistics operations are conducted today. Follow us on LinkedIn and YouTube . Support the show...
Apr 29, 2024•48 min•Ep. 481
Bonus drop on the podcast feed today! This original live podcast features John McClymont of Operational Innovations and Timur Eligulashvili of Logistics Remix discussing the ins and outs of parcel carrier diversification. Listen in to find out why you should diversify, how to go about it and how to evolve with the parcel carrier market now and into the future. Follow us on LinkedIn and YouTube . Support the show...
Apr 29, 2024•55 min
Welcome to the latest episode of The New Warehouse Podcast , featuring Scott Walker , Vice President of Supply Chain Product Management at Powerfleet . Powerfleet, a leader in the Artificial Intelligence of Things (AIoT) space and a finalist in the Artificial Intelligence Excellence Awards program, focuses on bringing people-powered safety technologies and solutions to the material handling industry. In today's episode, we explore Powerfleet's innovative pedestrian proximity detection solution, ...
Apr 24, 2024•30 min•Ep. 480
In this enlightening episode of T he New Warehouse Podcast , we're thrilled to welcome back Aaron Hodes, who now serves as the Enterprise Account Executive at Pando.ai and is also renowned as your Supply Chain Sidekick . With a rich history in the 3PL (Third-Party Logistics) industry, most notably at ShipBob, Aaron brings a wealth of knowledge and experience in partnering with e-commerce brands to optimize their logistics and fulfillment strategies. This episode dives deep into the complexities ...
Apr 22, 2024•33 min•Ep. 479
The New Warehouse Podcast shines a spotlight on a crucial sector of cold chain logistics. Jamie Moriarty and Judd Rosenberg, the dynamic duo behind Cold Chain 3PL, share their journey into the world of frozen and refrigerated logistics. With backgrounds spanning from entrepreneurship in the fresh food industry to Olympic athletics , their venture into cold chain logistics was spurred by an relentless spirit to succeed and the willingness to support shippers of all sizes in this space. Follow us ...
Apr 17, 2024•26 min•Ep. 478
Today, we dive into a conversation that reshapes how we think about logistics and 3PL selection. We're talking with Paul Jarrett, CEO of Bulu. They're not just a logistics company; they're revolutionizers of the "tricky ship" model. From a unique start to leading logistics innovation, Bulu's story is nothing short of inspiring. Paul’s passion for helping brands succeed and improving logistics is evident as he offers honest advice for 3PL selection. Follow us on LinkedIn and YouTube . Support the...
Apr 15, 2024•39 min•Ep. 477
Is Disney the place of operations dreams? Not only is Disney a great place for kids but it's also a great place to take away great operational tips. Join Kevin, Joe McIntyre of Twelve48 and Kashif Raza of 3Linx as they discuss some of their favorite operational takeaways from their recent trips to Disney and dissect the magic. Follow us on LinkedIn and YouTube . Support the show...
Apr 14, 2024•49 min
This episode of The New Warehouse Podcast transports us into the heart of Brooklyn, New York, to a site that's reshaping the optics of fulfillment. Here, in an unassuming building, lies Fabric's fully automated micro-fulfillment center. Our guest this week is Jonathan Morav, the VP of Sales at Fabric. This episode covers a topic near and dear to our hearts, micro-fulfillment, and the role of technology that continues to advance the fulfillment industry. Tune in to learn how these small, non-trad...
Apr 10, 2024•36 min•Ep. 476
Barcodes are often underrated and underappreciated, but they play a pivotal role in product safety, efficiency, and movement within the global supply chain. In today’s episode of The New Warehouse Podcast, Reid Jackson, Vice President of Business Development at GS1 US, gives us the rundown on UPC barcodes and their role as passports for products in the supply chain. GS1 is renowned for setting the global standard in the supply chain, famously known for introducing the UPC barcode, an innovation ...
Apr 08, 2024•36 min•Ep. 475
Curious about the Warehouse Education and Research Council? Then this episode is for you! Kevin is joined by Jeremy Banta, Will Sparks and Melissa Alwood to talk all thing WERC including their upcoming conference June 2nd - 5th. If you want to network, learn from and get involved with other like minded warehouse professionals then this is the organization and conference for you. Find out everything you need to know in this episode and for more information head here . We'll see you in Dallas in J...
Apr 07, 2024•41 min
In today's episode of The New Warehouse Podcast, we are talking AI in Warehousing with Henrik Bergsager, Head of Strategic Partnerships at Powerhouse AI. Powerhouse AI is a vision AI technology company focusing on the warehouse and supply chain industries. This discussion delves into the problems Powerhouse AI addresses, its practical applications, and the significant benefits it offers to the industry. This episode is packed with insights into the transformative power of vision AI technology in...
Apr 02, 2024•25 min•Ep. 474
What is direct shipping and how does it work? On this live podcast, Kevin is joined by Izzy Rosenzweig of Portless to discuss how they are direct shipping product to over 50 countries to speed up your supply chain. Tune in to hear how they are able to get product from China to your customer's doorstep in just 5.2 days. Learn more about Portless here . Follow us on LinkedIn and YouTube . Support the show...
Mar 29, 2024•40 min
In this episode of The New Warehouse, Kevin is joined by Read Egger, the Head of Growth Operations and Go-To-Market at Traba. This innovative company is tackling the persistent challenges of staffing in the warehousing sector by merging technological solutions with thorough vetting processes, ensuring the delivery of not just any staff, but the right staff. Traba's approach addresses critical staffing issues, leveraging technology to enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of warehouse operatio...
Mar 27, 2024•33 min•Ep. 473
Today's episode centers on the burgeoning trend of nearshoring. Mauricio de la Cerda, the Head of Growth at NowPorts, joins The New Warehouse Podcast to share insights into the role Latin America and Mexico will play in reshaping the supply chain. NowPorts operates as a digital freight forwarder, likened to the Flexport of Latin America. With a foundation built on innovation and rapid growth, they've carved a niche in the logistics and supply chain industry within just five years. Be sure to tun...
Mar 25, 2024•26 min•Ep. 472
In this episode Kevin is joined by Margherita Carrozzo and Pia Mangold from the Out of the Box podcast to compare notes on MODEX and LogiMAT. Kevin was at MODEX in Atlanta and the Out of the Box crew was over at LogiMAT. They dive into what stood out at the show, all of the robots and what they wish they would have seen at the shows. Tune in to hear all the takeaways! Follow us on LinkedIn and YouTube . Support the show...
Mar 22, 2024•49 min
Today's episode of The New Warehouse Podcast features Jerry Abiog, CEO of Standard Insights, discussing the pivotal role of AI in warehousing. Standard Insights was a pioneer in leveraging AI before its mainstream adoption and offers innovative solutions to common industry challenges. This discussion, grounded in Jerry's rich background and the evolution of AI in business, illuminates the path forward for warehouses seeking efficiency and growth in an increasingly digital landscape. Follow us on...
Mar 20, 2024•24 min
Today’s episode of The New Warehouse Podcast features Dr. Mor Peretz, CEO of CaPow . CaPow, short for capacitive power, is transforming charging and power delivery technologies for the warehouse industry. CaPow aims to solve operational efficiency problems within warehouses, focusing on the energy issues that hinder productivity. Dr. Peretz shares insights into the inception of CaPow, its core technology, and how it promises to redefine energy solutions for automated systems and vehicles in ware...
Mar 18, 2024•36 min•Ep. 470
In this informative episode of The New Warehouse podcast, Lee Rector, CEO of Embassy Data Logistics, joins Kevin for an informative episode about warehouse software solutions. With a rich background in warehousing and supply chain technology, Rector shares his journey from founding his company to addressing the challenges of data utilization in warehouses. This episode dives into the innovative solutions offered by Embassy Data Logistics, the common hurdles in the industry, and valuable industry...
Mar 13, 2024•40 min•Ep. 469
It’s an away game for The New Warehouse Podcast as Kevin visits the headquarters of Retail Reworks in Houston, Texas. He engaged in a thought-provoking conversation on sustainable retail returns with co-founder Brian Adams. With an average retail return rate of over 16% , this $800 billion-plus industry needs sustainable retail returns practices. Retail Reworks focuses on innovating in returns, re-commerce, and remanufacturing. Be sure to tune in to learn all about the evolving challenges and so...
Mar 11, 2024•29 min
Afraid you might get distracted by all the shiny new robots and automation solutions at MODEX this year? Fear not, on this episode Kevin is joined by Parth Pethani of WHSE Robots and Ryan Chesterfield of Auto-FC to discuss how to navigate the warehouse robotics landscape and make the most of MODEX. They breakdown common mistakes when first exploring robotics, where to start and when it makes sense to involved a consultant or integrator. They also dive a little into humanoid robots and how they f...
Mar 08, 2024•46 min
