The New Warehouse Podcast

How do you top the tallest robot in the industry? Chris Coote, Director of Product at Dexory, caught up with The New Warehouse live from MODEX 2026 to explain how the company is doing just that with its new Dexory View Adapt platform.The conversation also explores how AI-driven insights can reduce firefighting, improve visibility, and help warehouse teams shift from reactive problem-solving to proactive operational management.Learn more about our sponsor Dexory's Storage Health here. Follow us on LinkedIn and YouTube.Support the show

In this episode of The New Warehouse Podcast, Kevin chats with Will Blount about the growing complexity of warehouse automation installation and why precision execution has become critical for modern facilities. Wize Solutions has spent nearly two decades supporting warehouse operations. More recently, the company has expanded into automation-focused mechanical installations for ASRS systems, dense storage solutions, and brownfield retrofits. The conversation explores how integrators, OEMs, and operators are approaching automation projects differently as facilities look to maximize existing space and minimize downtime.Learn more about our sponsor Dexory's Storage Health here. Follow us on LinkedIn and YouTube.Support the show

This episode of The New Warehouse Podcast takes a trip down the freezer aisle. Kevin chats with Collin Russell of TGW Logistics Group to explore how frozen and refrigerated operations are approaching automation differently from traditional warehouses. Russell shares insights into labor and facility upgrades related to cold storage warehouse automation. The discussion also highlights how automation decisions increasingly center on throughput, uptime, and operational resilience rather than simply reducing labor.Learn more about our sponsor Dexory's Storage Health here. Follow us on LinkedIn and YouTube.Support the show

Warehouse operators are under pressure to grow without expanding their footprint. In this episode of The New Warehouse Podcast, Kevin Lawton speaks with John Sauer of OPEX live from MODEX 2026. The conversation explores how OPEX is approaching scalable warehouse automation through flexible goods-to-person systems, faster deployment timelines, and new automation capabilities inside existing facilities. The discussion highlights the ways warehouses are balancing throughput, storage density, labor reduction, and flexibility in today's landscape.Learn more about our sponsor Dexory's Storage Health here. Follow us on LinkedIn and YouTube.Support the show

Welcome to this episode of The New Warehouse Podcast featuring special guest Martin Boyd, CMO at Big Joe Forklifts. Big Joe has long been known for its warehouse equipment, such as walkie stackers and pallet trucks. However, the company is now making a major push into larger lithium-ion forklifts designed to replace propane and diesel equipment. During the conversation, Boyd explains how Big Joe Pulse gives operators deeper visibility into charging behavior, energy use, and ROI.Learn more about our sponsor Dexory's Storage Health here. Follow us on LinkedIn and YouTube.Support the show

In this episode of The New Warehouse Podcast, Kevin Lawton catches up with Robby Moss of Vuzix. The conversation explores how Vuzix is bringing smart glasses and guided workflows into warehouse operations through hands-free technology and lightweight user experiences. The discussion covers everything from pick-and-pack validation to workflow analytics, remote maintenance support, and the role of smart glasses in helping warehouse teams reduce friction and improve visibility across operations.Learn more about our sponsor Dexory's Storage Health here. Follow us on LinkedIn and YouTube.Support the show

Live from MODEX 2026, Kevin chats with the EPG team. Jett Chitanand, President of EPG USA, and Jason Wojtal and Ryan Absil discuss how AI in warehouse operations is evolving beyond dashboards and automation hype. Together, the demos demonstrate how AI and workforce technology are increasingly integrated into modern operations.Learn more about our sponsor Dexory's Storage Health here. Follow us on LinkedIn and YouTube.Support the show

Welcome to this episode of The New Warehouse Podcast. Kevin chats with Bill Pedriana, President of Noblelift North America, live from MODEX 2026. Noblelift, a global manufacturer of lithium-powered lift trucks, is introducing a new wave of innovation. The conversation centers on the launch of the Omega and Hero platforms, with a strong focus on AI integration and operator enablement. Pedriana shares how Noblelift is rethinking the forklift, not just as equipment, but as an AI forklift platform designed to improve productivity, safety, and workforce performance in modern warehouse environments.Learn more about our sponsor Dexory's Storage Health here. Follow us on LinkedIn and YouTube.Support the show

Welcome to this episode of The New Warehouse Podcast. Kevin chats with John Wirthlin from Sonaria, a solution under the Lowry umbrella, live from MODEX 2026. The conversation centers on shipment verification powered by RFID and how Sonaria is rethinking the operator experience. Instead of leading with technology, the focus is on business outcomes and usability on the floor. Wirthlin walks through how their system simplifies receiving and shipping workflows, reduces costly errors, and delivers real-time visibility without adding complexity. Learn more about our sponsor Dexory's Storage Health here. Follow us on LinkedIn and YouTube.Support the show

Welcome to our 700th episode of The New Warehouse Podcast. For this episode, we are going to Yale, forklifts that is. Kevin chats with leaders from Yale Lift Truck Technologies live at MODEX 2026. Featured guests include Brad Long, Kevin McWilliams, and Kyle Smart. They share how Yale is expanding beyond traditional lift trucks into broader warehouse automation solutions. From safer forklift environments to faster deliveries and easier automation starts, the message is clear: modern warehouse automation can be incremental, flexible, and results-driven.Learn more about our sponsor Dexory's Storage Health here. Follow us on LinkedIn and YouTube.Support the show

Welcome to this episode of The New Warehouse Podcast. Kevin chats with Kait Peterson of Locus Robotics live from MODEX 2026. The conversation centers on Locus Array, a new autonomous system built to move beyond pick-assist robotics. Peterson explains how Array was built to answer those demands while working within standard racking and tote environments. This episode offers a close look at where fulfillment automation is heading.Learn more about our sponsor Dexory's Storage Health here. Follow us on LinkedIn and YouTube.Support the show

Welcome to this episode of The New Warehouse Podcast, where Kevin chats with Christoph Buchmann of iAutomate and Rueben Scriven of Interact Analysis.Together, they break down what they saw at MODEX 2026 and LogiMAT. The discussion goes beyond show-floor hype and focuses on what warehouse operators actually care about right now. For leaders evaluating automation, this episode offers a grounded look at where the market is heading and what matters most in real operations.Learn more about our sponsor Dexory's Storage Health here. Follow us on LinkedIn and YouTube.Support the show

In this episode of The New Warehouse Podcast, Kevin chats with Eric Ricardo, VP of Operations at DHL eCommerce. Eric breaks down how DHL eCommerce operates within the broader DHL network and how it connects retailers to end consumers. The conversation centers on parcel throughput optimization, network design, and the balance between automation and labor. Eric shares how DHL moves millions of packages daily, manages peak demand fluctuations, and plans years in advance to maintain speed and consistency. More importantly, he explains how throughput defines success in modern parcel shipping operations.Learn more about our sponsor Dexory's Storage Health here. Follow us on LinkedIn and YouTube.Support the show

In this episode of The New Warehouse Podcast, Kevin chats with Dr. Stephen Neel of Lineage about what it really takes to manage food safely at scale. Lineage operates one of the world's largest temperature-controlled warehouse networks, but this conversation makes it clear they see themselves as much more than cold storage. Dr. Neel walks through how food behaves differently from other products, why microclimates matter, and how traceability is reshaping operations. More importantly, he introduces a mindset shift that challenges how most warehouses think about efficiency, risk, and responsibility.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 Mike Ross, President of the Franklin County Area Development Corporation (FCADC). Ross has spent over 40 years in economic development and walks through how Franklin County, Pennsylvania, became a true logistics hub.They get into what actually drives that kind of growth. It's not just location. It's infrastructure, long-term planning, and knowing how to land the right projects at the right time.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 Dave Harriger, CEO and Founder of Swifthouse, about the evolution of his 3PL business and the journey to implementing a new WMS. Based just outside Philadelphia, Swifthouse supports e-commerce brands with fulfillment services from pick and pack to shipping and tracking. Dave shares how early growth, major client shifts, and operational challenges forced him to rethink his strategy. The conversation explores why defining your niche, building strong processes, and saying no to the wrong clients can ultimately drive better, more sustainable growth.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 Art Eldred, SVP, Mark Dickinson, SVP and General Manager at Attabotics, and Bruce Robbins, President and Founder of Lafayette Engineering. The conversation centers on Attabotics' return to the market through a partnership with Lafayette. Together, they explore what went wrong, what remains strong, and how the technology is evolving. More importantly, they break down how dense storage, rapid access, and flexible deployment models are positioning Attabotics for a more practical and scalable future.Learn more about our sponsors here: Ocado Intelligent Automation, MPC & IFS Softeon Follow us on LinkedIn and YouTube.Support the show

Kevin chats with Max Cao, Co-founder and CEO of Jacobi Robotics, and Pete Allen, who wears many hats, including serving as a Board Adviser for Jacobi. Together, they discuss long-standing challenges of tackling mixed-case palletizing in warehouse operations. Jacobi Robotics enables robots to handle complex, real-world case flows without requiring massive infrastructure changes. The conversation explores how Jacobi is bridging the gap between research and real deployment, why brownfield environments matter, and how their Omni Palletizer is making automation more accessible across industries.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 Jeff Belcher, General Manager at CMC Packaging Automation, and Craig Hall, Head of Sales for North America. Together, they explore how right-sized packaging automation is reshaping fulfillment operations.CMC, a family-run company with over 40 years of history, has evolved from mailing and wrapping to become a leader in automated e-commerce packaging. The conversation focuses on the shift from manual pack stations to machine-level packaging, the rise of right-sized solutions, and how operators can rethink packout to improve efficiency, reduce waste, and better handle the complexity of modern orders.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 Martin Boyd of Big Joe Forklifts about one of the most important shifts happening in material handling today. Big Joe has built its reputation on simple, cost-effective electric equipment and is now pushing deeper into lithium-powered solutions. The conversation centers on what it really takes to transition from internal-combustion to electric forklifts. More importantly, it explores why many operations hesitate, what has changed in technology, and how companies can make the transition without overspending or sacrificing performance.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 Brandon Page, Executive Vice President and Head of Leasing and Customer Solutions at Link Logistics, and Stephanie Rodriguez, National Director of Industrial Services at Colliers. Together, they break down how the warehouse real estate market is shifting into a more balanced state. Link Logistics, with roughly 3,000 buildings and 470 million square feet, represents a massive footprint across the U.S., while Colliers brings a global advisory perspective. The conversation explores changing demand patterns, evolving decision-making, and what warehouse operators need to understand as they evaluate space in today's market.Learn more about our sponsors here: MPC & IFS Softeon Follow us on LinkedIn and YouTube.Support the show

In this episode of The New Warehouse Podcast, Kevin chats with Ben Hull, Director of Sales at Item America, about how modular warehouse solutions are reshaping operations. Item America, a German-based company with a growing U.S. presence, specializes in aluminum extrusion systems that allow teams to design and build custom solutions on the shop floor. From ergonomic workstations to AMR-compatible carts, the conversation explores how flexibility, customization, and continuous improvement are driving smarter warehouse design. Hull shares how modular thinking helps operations reduce waste, adapt faster, and create solutions that truly fit their needs.Learn more about sponsors here: EPG, iAutomate, Big Joe Forklifts, Surgere, Ocado Intelligent Automation Follow us on LinkedIn and YouTube.Support the show

Kevin chats with Vincent Fletcher of Carton Cloud, alongside Shaun Hagen, live from Manifest 2026 in Las Vegas. Carton Cloud offers a combined warehouse and transport management system built from real 3PL operations. The conversation centers on how 3PLs are navigating rising volumes, labor constraints, and shifting customer demands. Fletcher and Hagen share how Carton Cloud is helping operators stay flexible and scale effectively, especially as workflows evolve from traditional B2B models to high-volume e-commerce fulfillment.Learn more about sponsors here: EPG, iAutomate, Big Joe Forklifts, Surgere, Ocado Intelligent Automation Follow us on LinkedIn and YouTube.Support the show

In this episode of The New Warehouse Podcast, Kevin chats with Dave Gutierrez, Vice President of Sales at OLIMP Warehousing. OLIMP operates a digital marketplace that connects available warehouse capacity with companies that need fast logistics support. The conversation explores the growing demand for on-demand warehousing and why it is becoming an essential tool for brokers, carriers, and warehouse operators. Gutierrez explains how OLIMP helps solve urgent freight problems, particularly when shipments are rejected, damaged, or delayed. By connecting warehouses with immediate service opportunities, OLIMP enables businesses to recover disrupted shipments while helping warehouses monetize unused labor and space.Learn more about sponsors here: EPG, iAutomate, Big Joe Forklifts, Surgere, Ocado Intelligent Automation Follow us on LinkedIn and YouTube.Support the show

In this episode of The New Warehouse Podcast, Kevin chats with Abby Nawrocki, CEO and Founder of Stock. Abby brings deep experience in operations and logistics, having worked with companies like DHL, Radial, Shopify, and Flexport. Her company, Stock, focuses on solving a growing supply chain problem: excess 3PL inventory. Through a marketplace model, Stock connects warehouses and brands with nonprofit organizations that can use surplus goods. The conversation explores how excess 3PL inventory builds up, why traditional liquidation often fails, and how alternative channels, such as donation, can create both financial and social value for modern warehouse operators.Learn more about sponsors here: EPG, iAutomate, Big Joe Forklifts, Surgere, Ocado Intelligent Automation Follow us on LinkedIn and YouTube.Support the show

In this episode of The New Warehouse Podcast, Kevin Lawton speaks with Bill Wappler, CEO and founder of Surgere, live from the show floor at Manifest 2026. Surgere focuses on capturing highly accurate supply chain data and making it usable across complex logistics environments. In the conversation, Wappler shares how data-capture technologies are evolving, how massive volumes of supply chain data are reshaping the industry, and why the next frontier may involve mobile data-capture systems and AI-driven analysis.Learn more about sponsors here: EPG, iAutomate, Big Joe Forklifts, Surgere, Ocado Intelligent Automation Follow us on LinkedIn and YouTube.Support the show

In this episode of The New Warehouse Podcast, Kevin Lawton brings together a panel representing every side of the warehouse automation buying journey. The conversation features Christoph Buchmann, CEO of iAutomate; Mert Selchuk, Director of Supply Chain Strategy, Solutions Design, and Engineering at Staples Canada; and Rainer Buchmann, former CEO of Dematic and SSI Schaefer and current CEO of Dynamics Plus. Together, they unpack where automation projects truly begin, why many efforts stall before they start, and how buyers and solution providers can navigate complexity with better data, clearer alignment, and stronger partnerships.Learn more about sponsors here: EPG, iAutomate, Big Joe Forklifts, Surgere, Ocado Intelligent Automation Follow us on LinkedIn and YouTube.Support the show

In this episode of The New Warehouse Podcast, Kevin chats with Adrian Stoch, CEO of Americas, and Colin McAleenan, Vice President of Marketing and Business Development at Hai Robotics. Stoch and McAleenan share insights on automation failures, customer expectations, data integrity, and the importance of alignment between vendors, integrators, and warehouse operators. Hai Robotics, known for its mobile ASRS technology and the recently introduced HaiPick Climb system, focuses on solving real operational challenges rather than simply improving robot performance. Stoch shares insights into automation failures, customer expectations, and the importance of aligning vendors, integrators, and operators around measurable operational outcomes.Learn more about sponsors here: EPG, iAutomate, Big Joe Forklifts, Surgere, Ocado Intelligent Automation Follow us on LinkedIn and YouTube.Support the show

In this episode of The New Warehouse Podcast, Kevin chats with Josh Owen of Cycle Labs live from Manifest. Josh, who has spent more than 20 years deploying supply chain systems, shares how warehouse technology has evolved from manual operations to layered WMS, TMS, OMS, and WES environments. As systems have multiplied, so has complexity. Cycle Labs focuses on enterprise test automation, helping organizations introduce change faster while maintaining quality. The conversation explores why warehouses avoid change, how poor testing erodes trust, and why continuous automation is becoming essential in modern distribution environments.Learn more about sponsors here: EPG, iAutomate, Big Joe Forklifts, Surgere, Ocado Intelligent Automation Follow us on LinkedIn and YouTube.Support the show

Welcome to this episode of The New Warehouse Podcast, recorded live from Manifest 2026. Kevin chats with Michelle Harris, a leader at Our Serviceworks (OSW), a Dallas-based 3PL providing outsourced customer care and fulfillment services. With roots going back to 1988, OSW has evolved alongside its customers, expanding from customer care into fulfillment while keeping culture and experience front and center. In this conversation, Harris shares how carrier strategy, operational discipline, and people-first hiring shape the fulfillment experience brands and customers actually feel.Learn more about sponsors here: EPG, iAutomate, Big Joe Forklifts, Surgere, Ocado Intelligent Automation Follow us on LinkedIn and YouTube.Support the show

In this episode of The New Warehouse Podcast, Kevin Lawton chats with Jim Bureau, President and CEO of Loftware, about why product identification sits at the center of modern supply chain operations. With nearly 40 years in the market, Loftware has seen identification evolve from basic labels to a strategic enabler of collaboration, automation, and visibility. Jim shares how connected packaging, standardization, and cloud-based systems help organizations break down internal and external silos while reducing costly disruptions. The conversation also explores the human side of automation and what's next for identification technologies across manufacturing, life sciences, and consumer goods.Learn more about sponsors here: EPG, iAutomate, Big Joe Forklifts, Surgere Follow us on LinkedIn and YouTube.Support the show

What is an ASRS? Why should you get an ASRS? What is the right item mix for an ASRS? How are real users using their ASRS?We're teaming up with the MHI Industry Group for ASRS to bring you insights from actual users of automated storage and retrieval systems to learn exactly what it's like to have a system and what you should know about them.Kevin was joined by Jason Minghini from Kenco and Omer Rashid from DHL Supply Chain to dive into all things ASRS and learn about their first hand experience utilizing these systems in their operations. Originally broadcast live on LinkedIn and YouTube.Learn more about the ASRS Industry Group here: https://www.mhi.org/asrsLearn more about sponsors here: EPG, iAutomate, Big Joe Forklifts, Surgere Follow us on LinkedIn and YouTube.Support the show

Welcome to this episode of The New Warehouse Podcast, where Kevin Lawton sits down with Andrei Danescu, CEO of Dexory, live from Manifest. Dexory is a data intelligence platform focused on digitizing warehouses and turning physical operations into actionable insight. In the conversation, Andrei explains why warehouse data is the true foundation for operational intelligence. The discussion moves beyond automation headlines and into the practical work required to build a data infrastructure that actually improves warehouse performance.Learn more about sponsors here: EPG, iAutomate, Big Joe Forklifts, Surgere Follow us on LinkedIn and YouTube.Support the show

Welcome to this episode of The New Warehouse Podcast, recorded live from Manifest 2026 in Las Vegas. Kevin Lawton sits down with Gary Allen, Senior Vice President of Supply Chain Technology at Ryder, for an annual check-in on where warehouse technology is heading. Ryder, one of North America's largest logistics providers, operates more than 100 million square feet of warehouse space and manages a vast transportation network. In this conversation, Allen shares how warehouse automation and AI are maturing, and where real ROI is emerging. He also explains why execution is now the differentiator for operators navigating labor constraints, brownfield facilities, and rapidly evolving technologies.Learn more about sponsors here: EPG, iAutomate, Big Joe Forklifts, Surgere Follow us on LinkedIn and YouTube.Support the show

Welcome to this episode of The New Warehouse Podcast, where Kevin chats with Guy Yehiav, President of SmartSense by Digi. In this conversation, Yehiav explains how SmartSense is redefining supply chain visibility by moving beyond reports and dashboards to deliver real-time, actionable insights. Drawing on experience across healthcare, food, retail, and logistics, he introduces the concept of micro visibility in the supply chain. He explains how combining condition monitoring with location intelligence helps organizations prevent waste, protect people, and reduce cargo theft before problems escalate.Learn more about sponsors here: EPG, iAutomate, Big Joe Forklifts, Surgere Follow us on LinkedIn and YouTube.Support the show

In this episode of The New Warehouse Podcast, Kevin chats with John Wirthlin, Senior Product and Marketing Manager at Sonaria, about why RFID is finally practical for real-world warehouse operations. The conversation explores how Sonaria turns raw RFID data into operational visibility that warehouse teams can actually use. Rather than focusing solely on hardware, Wirthlin explains how clear business outcomes, operator-friendly workflows, and measurable ROI are driving wider RFID adoption across warehousing, manufacturing, and beyond.Learn more about Sonaria here. Follow us on LinkedIn and YouTube.Support the show

In this episode of The New Warehouse Podcast, Kevin chats with Drake Meyer, VP of Operations at Atomix. Atomix is a fast-growing 3PL with locations in Milwaukee, Salt Lake City, and Baltimore, and it operates on its own in-house WMS. Drake shares his path from forklift driver to executive leadership and explains how warehouse continuous improvement drives performance. The conversation covers culture, WMS strategy, robotics, AI, and practical lessons from large-scale operational transformations. From reducing audit labor to building a data-first mindset, Drake offers grounded insights for warehouse leaders focused on sustainable growth.Learn more about Sonaria here. Follow us on LinkedIn and YouTube.Support the show

Welcome to this episode of The New Warehouse Podcast, where Kevin chats with Audrey Djiya, CEO and Co-Founder of Handled. Audrey shares how her team is tackling one of the most overlooked areas of logistics: what happens after the customer clicks 'buy'. Handled is building an AI-powered operations platform focused on eliminating the manual, fragmented, and reactive work that dominates post-purchase workflows. From disconnected systems to return chaos and SLA blind spots, the conversation explores how automating manual tasks can shift 3PLs from constant firefighting to proactive execution.Learn more about Sonaria here. Follow us on LinkedIn and YouTube.Support the show

In this episode of The New Warehouse Podcast, Kevin chats with Ken Byrne, Founder of RedSky Europe. Based in Ireland, RedSky supports global brands navigating European eCommerce fulfillment. Byrne shares how his background as an eCommerce brand owner shaped RedSky's approach to technology, scalability, and brand understanding.The conversation explores cross-border and European ecommerce fulfillment, the impact of Brexit, the realities of automation, and why Ireland is becoming a viable alternative to traditional European hubs. Byrne also explains how RedSky helps beauty brands expand into Europe while managing VAT, compliance, and operational complexity.Learn more about Sonaria here. Follow us on LinkedIn and YouTube.Support the show

Welcome back to The New Warehouse Podcast. In this episode, Kevin chats with Darin Brannan, CEO of Terminal Industries, about why yard automation has become a critical missing link in supply chain modernization. Brannan shares how Terminal Industries is rethinking the yard as a data-rich, automated environment rather than a manual afterthought. The conversation explores why yards have lagged behind warehouses in technology adoption, how computer vision and AI are changing that reality, and what the future holds for autonomous yard operations. Together, they unpack the operational, financial, and strategic impact of treating the yard as a true extension of the warehouse and transportation network.Learn more about Sonaria here. Follow us on LinkedIn and YouTube.Support the show

Live from the National Retail Federation Big Show in New York City, Kevin chats with Tony Rivers, CEO of Peak Technologies, Tom Bianculli, CTO of Zebra Technologies, and Matt Ploude, CTO of Peak Technologies. The conversation centers on how smart warehouse technology is reshaping operations through real-time visibility, automation, and human-centered design. Together, Peak and Zebra explain how RFID, machine vision, and AI-driven insights are enabling both warehouses and retail stores to operate as connected fulfillment environments. Rather than chasing automation for its own sake, the discussion focuses on practical, scalable ways smart warehouse technology can improve accuracy, speed, and decision-making across the supply chain.Learn more about Sonaria here. Follow us on LinkedIn and YouTube.Support the show

In this episode of The New Warehouse Podcast, Kevin Lawton chats with Naveen Chandra, Director of Distribution at EssilorLuxottica. Chandra oversees strategy across labor planning, slotting, and real-time operational control for a complex, high-SKU distribution network. EssilorLuxottica is best known for eyewear brands like Ray-Ban and Oakley, but its footprint spans eyewear, wearables, retail, and vertically integrated supply chains. The conversation explores how the company approaches automation, forecasting, and slotting while keeping human workers central to warehouse design. Rather than chasing lights-out operations, Chandra emphasizes resilience, safety, and reducing cognitive load for human-centered warehouse automation.Learn more about Sonaria here. Follow us on LinkedIn and YouTube.Support the show

Welcome back to The New Warehouse Podcast. In this episode, Kevin chats with Blake Chroman, Principal at Sitex Group. They discuss how warehouse power infrastructure is reshaping industrial real estate decisions. Drawing from Sitex Group's portfolio across New Jersey, New York, and South Florida, Chroman explains how electrical capacity, utility timelines, and total occupancy costs now influence leasing and development strategy.The conversation explores why power has moved from a background consideration to a front-line requirement, how older buildings are being repositioned, and what tenants should evaluate when selecting their next facility.Learn more about Sonaria here. Follow us on LinkedIn and YouTube.Support the show

The results are in. We polled the material handling community, and the verdict was overwhelming: 45% of you say Thought Leadership and Content is your #1 marketing priority for 2026.The "Old School" way of selling in the warehouse—relying solely on spec sheets and cold calls—is fading. As new generations enter the workforce and high-tech solutions like AI and robotics become the norm, the way we build trust has fundamentally changed.Buyers don't just want a product; they want a partner who understands the future of the supply chain.Kevin went live with Ashton Maxfield of Master Plan Communications to discuss these results and how to develop a thought leadership plan for your marketing strategy. Enjoy this previously live episode. Learn more about Master Plan Communications here: https://masterplancommunications.com/Learn more about Sonaria here. Follow us on LinkedIn and YouTube.Support the show

In this episode of The New Warehouse Podcast, Kevin Lawton sits down with Georg Meyer, Independent Director at Assembled Products, to discuss what it truly takes to build a warehouse designed for long-term growth. Based in Iowa, Assembled Products supports manufacturers like John Deere through assembly and kitting services that demand flexibility, accuracy, and operational discipline. Meyer shares how the company transitioned from leased facilities to a purpose-built warehouse, why they invested in their own WMS, and how thoughtful planning helped them scale without sacrificing efficiency. The conversation offers practical insight for operators looking to align facility design, technology, and growth strategy.Learn more about Sonaria here. Follow us on LinkedIn and YouTube.Support the show

In this episode of The New Warehouse, David Stanton, CEO and Co-Founder of Reelables, explores how smart labels are changing how companies track cargo and improve supply chain visibility. Reelables develops printable, low-cost smart labels that function as active tracking devices, giving logistics teams real-time insight into where goods are, how they move, and where issues occur. What began as an experiment in consumer tracking quickly evolved into a supply chain solution as COVID exposed visibility gaps across logistics networks. Stanton explains how smart labels now help organizations reduce loss, improve accountability, and gain clarity across warehouses, transportation networks, and global operations.Learn more about Sonaria here. Follow us on LinkedIn and YouTube.Support the show

Welcome back to The New Warehouse Podcast. In this episode, Kevin speaks with Dave Glick, Senior Vice President of Enterprise Business Services at Walmart. Glick oversees finance, technology, and operations, with a clear mandate centered on AI adoption in the enterprise.The discussion explores how large organizations move from experimentation to real usage by putting AI directly into employees' hands. Glick shares how access, leadership support, and cultural permission can turn AI into a daily tool rather than a side project, and highlights what it takes to manage change across a massive, complex organization.Find more information about our sponsors here: Peak Technologies, Masterplan Communications, TGW Logistics, YMX Logistics Learn more about The Brecham Group here. Follow us on LinkedIn and YouTube.Support the show

In this episode of The New Warehouse Podcast, Oscar Gladman, Vice President of Parcel Distribution at Crane Worldwide Logistics, unpacks how parcel strategy has evolved and what shippers need to understand moving forward. With more than 20 years of experience across parcel, e-commerce, and enterprise logistics, Gladman offers a grounded look at how consumer behavior, technology, and carrier dynamics have reshaped the parcel landscape.From the rise of residential delivery to the growing complexity of carrier relationships, the conversation explores what has changed, what hasn't, and how companies can stay flexible in an increasingly unpredictable market.Find more information about our sponsors here: Peak Technologies, Masterplan Communications, TGW Logistics, YMX Logistics Learn more about The Brecham Group here. Follow us on LinkedIn and YouTube.Support the show

Welcome back to The New Warehouse Podcast. In this episode, host Kevin welcomes Read Egger, Founder and CEO of Achilles, to discuss how AI improves hiring frontline employees. Egger shares insights from over a decade in industrial and staffing environments, explaining why traditional hiring models fail hourly workers. The episode also includes a live demonstration of Sam in action. During the conversation, Egger has Sam call Kevin and walk through a real-time screening, giving listeners a firsthand look at how the AI recruiter sounds, responds, and adapts in a realistic hiring scenario. Be sure to listen to the full episode to see if Kevin passes the screening.Find more information about our sponsors here: Peak Technologies, Masterplan Communications, TGW Logistics, YMX Logistics Learn more about The Brecham Group here. Follow us on LinkedIn and YouTube.Support the show

In this episode of The New Warehouse Podcast, Kevin Lawton welcomes Jonathan Briggs, Senior Vice President of Sales at ShipMonk. With peak season just behind them, Briggs shares insight into how ShipMonk has matured over the past decade, what brands misunderstand about automation, and why fulfillment has become a defining factor in long-term growth. From technology decisions to carrier performance and global expansion, the conversation shows how fulfillment is evolving. Today, an eCommerce fulfillment strategy is no longer a back-end function; it's a competitive advantage when executed correctly.Find more information about our sponsors here: Peak Technologies, Masterplan Communications, TGW Logistics, YMX Logistics Learn more about The Brecham Group here. Follow us on LinkedIn and YouTube.Support the show

In this episode of The New Warehouse Podcast, Kevin Lawton welcomes Gina Chung, Vice President of Corporate Development at Locus Robotics, for a wide-ranging conversation on how warehouse automation is evolving and why flexibility has become a defining requirement for modern fulfillment operations. With more than a decade of experience leading innovation initiatives at DHL before joining Locus, Chung brings a unique perspective shaped by firsthand exposure to large-scale warehouse environments. The discussion explores how automation adoption has matured, why rigid systems no longer fit today's supply chains, and how Locus is approaching the next phase of robotic fulfillment as the industry looks toward 2026 and beyond.Find more information about our sponsors here: Peak Technologies, Masterplan Communications, TGW Logistics, YMX Logistics Learn more about The Brecham Group here. Follow us on LinkedIn and YouTube.Support the show