The New Warehouse Podcast

Kevin Lawton
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Oct 4, 2024 • 47min

BONUS EP: Designing Safe Autonomy: It's A Journey, Not A Destination

With autonomous solutions continuing to rapidly evolve, how do safety protocols and overall safety around the work they are doing keep up?In this open forum discussion originally broadcast live with Vinay Balan, Product Safety Officer at Third Wave Automation, we dove into how safety evolves with technology and why it's a journey.We covered the overall topic of safety, how Third Wave Automation approaches safety and why the customer should be looking at these things when searching for solutions.Learn more about Third Wave Automation here: https://www.thirdwave.ai/ We'll be continuing the conversation on 10/10 so be sure to join in and bring your questions here.Learn more about our sponsors here: Ocado Intelligent Automation, MPC & IFS Softeon Follow us on LinkedIn and YouTube.Support the show
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Oct 2, 2024 • 34min

525: Healing Brand and 3PL Relationships With Logistics Resolve

In this episode of The New Warehouse Podcast, Jason Finkelstein, co-founder and partner of Logistics Resolve, discusses an often overlooked yet critical issue in logistics—the relationship between brands and third-party logistics (3PL) providers. Logistics Resolve focuses on repairing broken ties between brands and 3PLs, preventing costly terminations, and enabling long-term partnerships. Drawing from years of industry experience, Finkelstein shares how his team steps in to mediate, heal, and guide these essential relationships. Tune in to hear insights on what causes friction in these partnerships and how businesses can prevent their logistics "marriages" from ending in divorce.Learn more about our sponsors here: Ocado Intelligent Automation, MPC & IFS Softeon Follow us on LinkedIn and YouTube.Support the show
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Sep 30, 2024 • 41min

524: Helping Businesses Pursue their First WMS

Today, The New Warehouse Podcast welcomes Casey Winans, founder and CEO of Fullstride, a seasoned expert in warehouse management systems (WMS). With over 20 years of experience in supply chain management, Casey brings a wealth of knowledge and a passion for optimizing warehouse operations. In this episode, he shares the story behind Fullstride, a company focused on helping mid-sized businesses navigate the complex world of pursuing their first WMS. We explore the challenges and opportunities in choosing the right WMS and the importance of preparation and process clarity before engaging with vendors.Learn more about our sponsors here: Ocado Intelligent Automation, MPC & IFS Softeon Follow us on LinkedIn and YouTube.Support the show
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Sep 25, 2024 • 33min

523: WARP is Redefining Freight Logistics

Welcome to this episode of The New Warehouse Podcast, where we explore transformative changes in the logistics industry. Our guest today is Daniel Sokolovsky, the co-founder and CEO of WARP, a company at the forefront of innovation in Less-Than-Truckload (LTL) freight. Daniel shares how WARP is disrupting traditional LTL networks by integrating advanced technology with flexible operations. WARP’s approach is not just about moving goods—it's about rethinking the entire logistics process to make it faster, more efficient, and ultimately more cost-effective for brands and retailers.Learn more about our sponsors here: Ocado Intelligent Automation, MPC & IFS Softeon Follow us on LinkedIn and YouTube.Support the show
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Sep 23, 2024 • 26min

522: Tackling Labor Challenges in the Warehouse with Geek+

In this episode of The New Warehouse Podcast, Kevin sits down with Nicole Allison, Regional Sales Manager at Geek+. They dive into the intricacies of warehouse automation, focusing on how Geek+ addresses some of the most pressing challenges in the industry today. Geek+ is a global leader in autonomous mobile robots (AMRs) and goods-to-person technology. Nicole shares insights on how their innovative solutions optimize operations and improve worker ergonomics and satisfaction in the ever-evolving warehouse environment.Learn more about our sponsors here: Ocado Intelligent Automation, MPC & IFS Softeon Follow us on LinkedIn and YouTube.Support the show
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Sep 20, 2024 • 52min

BONUS EP: Humanoids!

When it comes to humanoid robots there is no doubt that you have questions. On this live session, we brought the answers with Pete Allen of Agility Robotics.Whether pro-humanoid, skeptical or really not sure what to make of these robots Pete shared a ton of insights into what's going on with humanoids. Let us know what you think about humanoids in the warehouse after listening!For more on Agility Robotics head to their site here: https://agilityrobotics.com/Learn more about our sponsors here: Ocado Intelligent Automation, MPC & IFS Softeon Follow us on LinkedIn and YouTube.Support the show
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Sep 18, 2024 • 34min

521: Transforming Perishable Fulfillment with GRIP

In this episode of The New Warehouse Podcast, we welcome Juan Meisel, the founder and CEO of GRIP, a company specializing in perishable fulfillment services. Juan shares his journey to founding GRIP to solve perishable fulfillment problems on a larger scale. For example, GRIP’s powerful shipping engine optimizes the delivery process for temperature-sensitive products. Tune in as we dive into the unique obstacles of perishable logistics and how GRIP’s innovative technology is making a difference.Learn more about our sponsors here: Ocado Intelligent Automation, MPC & IFS Softeon Follow us on LinkedIn and YouTube.Support the show
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Sep 16, 2024 • 37min

520: 4PL Solutions from Wayfindr

In this episode of The New Warehouse Podcast, Kevin chats with Nick Bartlett, Director at Wayfindr, a leading fourth-party logistics (4PL) provider based in Hong Kong. Nick shares insights into Wayfindr's innovative approach to bridging the gap between brands and global logistics solutions, particularly in Asia-Pacific. The conversation covers Wayfindr's journey towards carbon neutrality, its in-house tech platform launch, and the evolving direct-to-consumer (DTC) market in Asia. Learn more about our sponsors here: Ocado Intelligent Automation, MPC & IFS Softeon Follow us on LinkedIn and YouTube.Support the show
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Sep 11, 2024 • 31min

519: Cold Chain Visibility with Coldcart

In this episode of The New Warehouse Podcast, Bob LeGere, Head of Sales at Coldcart, joins us to share insights into the world of cold chain fulfillment. Bob shares valuable insights into how Coldcart is revolutionizing the cold chain space by offering enhanced cold chain visibility and customized solutions for managing perishable goods. We explore the differences between fulfilling cold chain versus dry goods and discuss the unique challenges and opportunities when dealing with temperature-sensitive products.Learn more about our sponsors here: Ocado Intelligent Automation, MPC & IFS Softeon Follow us on LinkedIn and YouTube.Support the show
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Sep 9, 2024 • 39min

518: Finding Your Perfect 3PL Partner with Matt Hertz

The New Warehouse Podcast welcomes Matt Hertz, the co-founder of Third Person and Second Marathon. Matt’s journey through the e-commerce landscape, from selling sports cards online in the late '90s to becoming a pivotal figure in the logistics and fulfillment sectors, provides valuable insights. His experience working with major e-commerce brands laid the groundwork for his current ventures, which focus on helping emerging e-commerce brands navigate the complex world of third-party logistics. This conversation delves into the challenges of rapid growth, the importance of finding the right 3PL partners, and the evolving landscape of e-commerce fulfillment.Learn more about our sponsors here: Ocado Intelligent Automation, MPC & IFS Softeon Follow us on LinkedIn and YouTube.Support the show

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