

The New Warehouse Podcast
Kevin Lawton
The New Warehouse podcast hosted by Kevin Lawton is your source for insights and ideas from the distribution, transportation and logistics industry. New episodes every Monday and Wednesday morning bring you the latest from industry experts and thought leaders.
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Apr 10, 2024 • 37min
476: Fabric's Bold Approach to Micro Fulfillment Solutions
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-traditional spaces leverage unique robotic fulfillment solutions to pack a mighty punch. Learn more about PickerPal here. Lift smarter with TAWI Follow us on LinkedIn and YouTube.Support the show

Apr 8, 2024 • 37min
EP 475: The Pivotal Role of Barcodes in Supply Chain Management with GS1
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 that revolutionized retail and beyond. This episode delves into the foundational role of GS1 in standardization, its evolution alongside technology, and the future of supply chains.Learn more about PickerPal here. Lift smarter with TAWI Follow us on LinkedIn and YouTube.Support the show

Apr 7, 2024 • 43min
Everything you need to know about WERC
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 June!Learn more about PickerPal here. Lift smarter with TAWI Follow us on LinkedIn and YouTube.Digital Disruption with Geoff Nielson Discover how technology is reshaping our lives and livelihoods.Listen on: Apple Podcasts SpotifySupport the show

Apr 2, 2024 • 26min
474: Building the Case for AI for Warehousing With Powerhouse AI
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 the warehousing and supply chain sectors. Learn more about PickerPal here. Lift smarter with TAWI Follow us on LinkedIn and YouTube.Support the show

Mar 29, 2024 • 42min
Boosting Cash Flow and Profits Through Direct Shipping and Supply Chains
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.Learn more about PickerPal here. Lift smarter with TAWI Follow us on LinkedIn and YouTube.Digital Disruption with Geoff Nielson Discover how technology is reshaping our lives and livelihoods.Listen on: Apple Podcasts SpotifySupport the show

Mar 27, 2024 • 34min
473: Warehouse Staffing: A Deep Dive with Traba’s Read Egger
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 operations. The conversation with Read provides valuable insights into how Traba is setting new standards in staffing solutions.Learn more about PickerPal here. Lift smarter with TAWI Follow us on LinkedIn and YouTube.Support the show

Mar 25, 2024 • 27min
472: Nearshoring Insights from NowPorts' Mauricio de la Cerda
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 tune in.Learn more about PickerPal here. Lift smarter with TAWI Follow us on LinkedIn and YouTube.Support the show

Mar 22, 2024 • 51min
MODEX meets LogiMAT - Takeaways from Both Shows!
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!Learn more about PickerPal here. Lift smarter with TAWI Follow us on LinkedIn and YouTube.Digital Disruption with Geoff Nielson Discover how technology is reshaping our lives and livelihoods.Listen on: Apple Podcasts SpotifySupport the show

Mar 20, 2024 • 26min
EP 471: A Deep Dive into AI in Warehousing with Standard Insights' Jerry Abiog
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.Learn more about PickerPal here. Lift smarter with TAWI Follow us on LinkedIn and YouTube.Support the show

Mar 18, 2024 • 38min
470: Perpetual Power in Warehousing With CaPow
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 warehousing.Learn more about PickerPal here. Lift smarter with TAWI Follow us on LinkedIn and YouTube.Support the show