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...
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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...
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...
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 evol...
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 touche...
With Black Friday just weeks away, the window for final peak season preparation is closing. Are your operations and your systems truly ready for the surge? Join your host, Kevin, for a crucial live discussion with Brian Kirst of Snapfulfil. Drawing on his unique dual experience as both a WMS expert and a former 3PL owner, Brian offers battle-tested strategies from both sides of the operation. In this session, you will discover: The Operator's Playbook: Go beyond theory with practical, on-t...
In this episode of The New Warehouse Podcast, Kevin chats with Veena Radhakrishna, Head of Software and Co-Founder at Cartesian Kinetics. The company is carving a unique niche of bringing automation solutions to brownfield warehouse sites. Veena shares the founding story of Cartesian Kinetics, their flagship Carte+ system, and how the company’s design-first approach is helping warehouses overcome the typical barriers to automation. With insights on industry dynamics, adoption challenges...
In today’s episode, Kevin chats with Jason Morin, Senior Director of Continuous Improvement and Engineering at ID Logistics. They discuss how technology, user experience, and continuous improvement intersect in today’s warehouse operations. ID Logistics is a global 3PL operating across 18 countries with nearly 18 million square feet of space dedicated to e-commerce, FMCG, food and beverage, healthcare, high-tech, and more. Jason shares insights on ID’s internal labor management system, its gl...
Kevin chats with John Santagate, former Senior Vice President of Global Robotics at Infios, to unpack the latest developments in warehouse robotics. Infios, formerly Körber Supply Chain, has emerged as a leader in integrating warehouse execution systems, mobile robotics, and voice solutions. With recent acquisitions, such as MercuryGate TMS, and continued investments in order management and freight audit tools, Infios is building a robust portfolio that bridges software and automation.&...
Live from the Intralogistex USA Conference in Miami, Kevin chats with Javier Esteve, Vice President of Sales at EPG (Ehrhardt Partner Group). EPG, founded in 1987 in Germany, now serves more than 1,600 customers worldwide and employs over 1,000 people. Known for its Lydia Voice and warehouse management solutions, EPG delivers a unified supply chain execution suite designed to simplify and connect every part of logistics. Javier shares how EPG helps organizations transition from fragmented war...
Kevin chats with Joe Biancofiori, President of AMSCO Prep, to explore his journey from corporate life to running a fast-growing fulfillment and prep service. AMSCO Prep, initially launched in 2017, began as a small FBA prep business and has since expanded into direct-to-consumer (DTC) distribution and fulfillment. Joe shares how his entrepreneurial drive led him from packing boxes in his basement to managing multiple warehouses handling millions of units each year. The conversation delv...
Kevin chats with Alon Peleg, COO of aiOla, about how voice AI is transforming warehouse operations. AiOla is a voice AI lab that develops technology to convert unstructured spoken data into structured, actionable insights for industries such as logistics, aviation, and manufacturing. Instead of relying on keyboards, tablets, or outdated paper processes, workers can now interact naturally with systems in their own language. The conversation highlights why voice AI is advancing beyond leg...
Navigating today’s supply chain requires more than trucks and warehouses—it takes vision. In this episode of The New Warehouse Podcast, Kevin chats with Peter Coratola, Founder and CEO of EASE Logistics. Based in Dublin, Ohio, EASE Logistics has grown from a startup launched during a hectic season of Peter’s life into a thriving asset-based 3PL. Today, EASE is piloting an autonomous truck platooning project, partnering with the state of Ohio and major technology providers to test a safer, mor...
In this episode of The New Warehouse Podcast, Kevin chats with Adrian Stoch, CEO of the Americas at Hai Robotics. Adrian recently transitioned from the end-user side, with leadership roles at GXO and Target, to the solution-provider side at Hai. His unique perspective brings a sharper focus on customer success in warehouse automation. Adrian shares why he joined Hai Robotics, how his past experiences shaped his views on automation, and why customer outcomes must drive innovation. Adrian...
The New Warehouse Podcast comes to you live from the Warehousing Education and Research Council (WERC) conference in New Orleans, featuring a conversation with Glen Wegel, Vice President of Operations and IT at Kitchen Cabinet Distributors (KCD). Glen shares insights into KCD’s rapid growth, how the company balances technology with operations, and his perspective on the future of the warehousing workforce. He also reflects on the unique role WERC plays as a space for idea-sharing and collabor...
Automation has become a defining force in modern warehouses, yet flexibility remains just as critical. In this episode of The New Warehouse Podcast, Kevin chats with Jason Griswold, Application Engineer Manager at Daifuku Intralogistics America, to explore how companies can strike a balance between automation and adaptability. Jason discusses Daifuku’s expansive catalog, industry adoption trends, and an ambitious project with Peterbilt that demonstrates how flexible automation can scale...
Returns are a constant challenge for retailers, but Happy Returns is proving the technology that can transform the experience for both customers and merchants. In this episode of The New Warehouse Podcast, Kevin chats with Tim Fehr, Chief Operations Officer at Happy Returns. The company facilitates in-person returns of online purchases at more than 8,000 drop-off points across the U.S., enabling box-free, label-free returns with instant refunds. Tim shares how Happy Returns has sc...
Kevin chats with Will Sparks, President of WERC and Director of Operations Planning and Analysis at Tractor Supply Company, live from the WERC 2025 Conference in New Orleans. With 20 years of involvement in WERC, Sparks has seen the organization grow into the leading authority on warehouse education and research. He shares how the conference offers practitioner-driven content, why the collaborative format sets it apart from other industry events, and how Tractor Supply is experimenting with A...
In this episode of The New Warehouse Podcast, Kevin chats with Akash Gupta, Co-Founder and CEO of GreyOrange, and Jim Barnes, CEO of enVista. The conversation centers on their new partnership, bringing together GreyOrange’s AI-powered orchestration platform, GreyMatter, and enVista’s decades of supply chain consulting and systems integration expertise. Together, the companies are introducing “enMotion,” a joint solution designed to orchestrate warehouse automation technologies, optimize...
In this episode of The New Warehouse Podcast, Kevin chats with Tom Schmitt, the new CEO of Radial, about the evolution of fulfillment, the challenges for mid-market brands, and the launch of Radial’s Fast Track program. With decades of leadership experience at FedEx, DB Schenker, and McKinsey, Schmitt brings a deep perspective on how fulfillment has become inseparable from customer experience. As he explains, “Fulfillment is the customer experience.” Find EPG at IntraLogistex Miami in ...
At the 2025 Warehousing Education and Research Council (WERC) conference in New Orleans, Kevin sat down with two leaders shaping the warehouse automation conversation: Chris Lingamfelter, founder of Robot Advisors, and Tim Barrett, President of Barrett Distribution Centers. The discussion followed their standing-room-only session, “To Bot or Not,” which explored robotics adoption, ROI, and what the future warehouse workforce might look like. Together, they provided a candid look at how ...
The latest episode of The New Warehouse Podcast features Mark Messina, Managing Director and CEO of Anscer Robotics. With decades of experience in robotics, including a formative role at Kiva Systems (now Amazon Robotics), Mark shares his journey, the origins of Anscer, and his perspective on the future of warehouse automation. Founded in India and now expanding across the Americas and APAC, Anscer stands out for its robust hardware and software design philosophy. Messina highlights how...
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...
