The New Warehouse Podcast

When it comes to warehouse talent recruitment, few understand the shifting dynamics better than Charlie Saffro, CEO and Founder of CS Recruiting. In this episode of The New Warehouse Podcast, Kevin chats with Charlie about warehouse hiring trends, logistics recruiting, and how culture-driven leadership shapes retention. With 15 years of experience matching supply chain talent to employers across North America, Charlie shares her perspective on the changing labor landscape. Her insights reveal that the future of supply chain talent acquisition depends as much on human connection as it does on technology.Learn more about our sponsors here: Ocado Intelligent Automation, MPC & IFS Softeon Follow us on LinkedIn and YouTube.Support the show

In this episode of The New Warehouse Podcast, Kevin chats with Paul Lukehart, Managing Principal of PL Programs, a consultancy specializing in warehouse startup project management and operational improvement. Paul draws from his background in the military, as well as his experience at Target, Amazon, and XPO Logistics. He shares how his hands-on experience shaped his approach to warehouse improvement—especially when launching new facilities, integrating technology, or navigating complex site moves. From startup lessons to leadership insights, Paul offers a grounded perspective on what it takes to make warehouse operations run more efficiently.Learn more about our sponsors here: Ocado Intelligent Automation, MPC & IFS Softeon Follow us on LinkedIn and YouTube.Support the show

When it comes to connecting warehouse systems, few companies are tackling the challenge as directly as TrackStar. In this episode of The New Warehouse Podcast, Kevin chats with Jeremy Schneck and Daniel Langer, Co-Founders of TrackStar, about how they’re simplifying integrations across the fragmented WMS landscape. The discussion explores TrackStar’s journey from a startup pivot to a Y Combinator-backed company, the growing role of APIs in supply chain connectivity, and how universal APIs are driving the next wave of warehouse innovation.Learn more about our sponsors here: Ocado Intelligent Automation, MPC & IFS Softeon Follow us on LinkedIn and YouTube.Support the show

When it comes to optimizing warehouse operations, few companies offer a truly end-to-end solution. In this episode of The New Warehouse Podcast, Kevin chats with Bob Hutson, Senior Vice President of Supply Chain and Real Estate at The Beacon Group, about how his team guides clients through the process from concept to implementation. The discussion highlights how The Beacon Group integrates real estate, technology, and financial modeling to help companies make smarter, faster decisions. As Hutson explains, warehouse network optimization requires foresight and alignment between operations and finance.Learn more about our sponsors here: Ocado Intelligent Automation, MPC & IFS Softeon Follow us on LinkedIn and YouTube.Support the show

What really goes into a 3PL quote? Does it ever feel like the final number comes out of thin air?For e-commerce brands and 3PL providers alike, fulfillment pricing can be a complex web. With no industry-wide standard and costs broken into multiple categories, understanding how a proposal is built is critical for a successful partnership.In this previously live session, Kevin was joined by a multi-disciplinary team from Barrett Distribution Centers to pull back the curtain. They went beyond a simple sales pitch to show you how multiple parts of a 3PL organization collaborate to develop pricing that creates a win-win for both the client and the provider.This is a rare opportunity to see how a price is constructed from the ground up and to understand the "why" behind every line item.Learn more about our sponsors here: Ocado Intelligent Automation, MPC & IFS Softeon Follow us on LinkedIn and YouTube.Support the show

In this episode of The New Warehouse Podcast, Kevin chats with Kurt Heusner, CEO of Endpoint Automation Solutions, about how mid-market warehouses can modernize through digital transformation. Endpoint Automation Solutions helps companies bridge the gap between their ERP systems and the realities of warehouse operations. Kurt explains how modular, human-centered automation empowers smaller operators to stay competitive, improve visibility, and scale intelligently without overwhelming their teams or budgets. Together, they explore warehouse digital transformation for mid-market companies—balancing technology with people, outcomes, and agility.Learn more about our sponsors here: Ocado Intelligent Automation, MPC & IFS Softeon Follow us on LinkedIn and YouTube.Support the show

When it comes to improving warehouse performance, Chris Hamley, Managing Partner of The Brecham Group, believes in keeping things simple: make operations suck less. In this episode of The New Warehouse Podcast, Kevin chats with both Chris Hamley and Pete Allen, a returning guest and now one of the newest members of The Brecham Group. Together, they explore what that mantra truly means and how it shapes the firm’s approach to operational turnarounds in warehousing. This episode blends real-world lessons, cultural insight, and practical advice from two leaders who have spent their careers on the warehouse floor.Learn more about our sponsors here: Ocado Intelligent Automation, MPC & IFS Softeon Follow us on LinkedIn and YouTube.Support the show

The warehouse of today is already transforming, but what will it truly look like in 2026? We are moving beyond isolated automation to a fully integrated, intelligent ecosystem. This is where AI-driven robotics, augmented-reality workflows, and hyper-flexible software converge to create a warehouse that is not just faster, but more predictive, accurate, and resilient than ever before.Tune in for a panel discussion with leaders from Addverb, Snapfulfil, Centric Packaging, and Vuzix. We’ll cut through the hype to reveal the practical technologies shaping the next wave of warehouse efficiency. See them all at the upcoming Element Logic Tradeshow in NJ on 11/13!Learn more about our sponsors here: Ocado Intelligent Automation, MPC & IFS Softeon Follow us on LinkedIn and YouTube.Support the show

When most people think about warehouse efficiency, they picture automation, robotics, or faster picking speeds. But for James Malley, Co-founder and CEO of Paccurate, the real opportunity lies in something far less flashy—how we pack boxes. In this episode, Kevin chats with James about Paccurate’s milestone of processing one billion packs and how the company is redefining packaging optimization through cartonization.What began as a side project tackling dimensional weight challenges has evolved into a new layer of warehouse intelligence: the Packing Control System (PCS). As James explains, sometimes the smallest adjustments have the biggest ripple effects.Learn more about our sponsors here: Ocado Intelligent Automation, MPC & IFS Softeon Follow us on LinkedIn and YouTube.Support the show

Kevin chats with Rick McDonald, CEO and Founder of Rick McDonald Supply Chain Advisory, who spent over three decades at Clorox, including four years as Chief Supply Chain Officer. Drawing from his deep experience leading transformation across manufacturing, procurement, and logistics, Rick shares supply chain advice on how the industry evolved from grease pencils and overhead projectors to digital roadmaps, AI-driven planning, and consumer-obsessed supply chains. The conversation touches on leadership, change management, and what the future of warehousing will look like as technology and people continue to adapt.Learn more about our sponsors here: Ocado Intelligent Automation, MPC & IFS Softeon Follow us on LinkedIn and YouTube.Support the show