

Check Call EP119 Distribution and fulfillment in the style of e-commerce
Apr 16, 2024
Joining the discussion is Ryan Martin, President of Distribution and Fulfillment at ITS Logistics, who brings 25 years of industry expertise. He delves into the evolution of warehousing and distribution in the post-COVID world, highlighting the challenges and innovations in inventory management and reverse logistics. The conversation also touches on labor shortages and the importance of creating engaging workplace environments. To lighten the mood, Ryan and the hosts engage in a playful debate about whether a hot dog is a sandwich.
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Career Journey
- Ryan Martin, President of Distribution and Fulfillment at ITS Logistics, shares his career journey.
- Despite a dot-com crash upon graduation, he persevered, working for companies like JCPenney and various 3PLs.
Warehouse Construction Decline
- The drop in new warehouse construction is due to decreased demand after the COVID-19 pandemic's bullwhip effect.
- Developers are being cautious and waiting for vacancy rates to decrease before building more.
Warehouse Market Shift
- In 2021-2022, warehouse space was so in-demand that landlords wouldn't even show properties.
- The market has shifted, and now landlords are actively soliciting tenants.