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617: Building a 3PL Family with 3Linx Unified Commerce

In this episode of The New Warehouse Podcast, Kevin chats with Kashif Raza, founder and CEO of 3Linx Unified Commerce. Kashif shares the company’s evolution from a basement operation to a technology-driven fulfillment network and how it now serves as a bridge between e-commerce brands and 3PL providers. Built out of frustration with slow, expensive warehouse management systems, 3Linx was designed to simplify operations, foster collaboration, and keep brands informed in real time.  Kashif offers candid insights on the challenges 3PL operators face, from expensive leases to commoditization, and explains how 3Linx’s hub-and-spoke model,

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Voxel: A Collaborative Approach to Improving Warehouse Safety with AI-Powered Insight

Welcome to this special “Safety Series” episode of The New Warehouse Podcast. Kevin chats with Vernon O’Donnell, CEO of Voxel, a computer vision-based AI company transforming warehouse safety. Voxel isn’t just monitoring environments; it’s actively preventing incidents by detecting hazards in real time using existing security cameras. Vernon shares how Voxel's solution identifies ergonomic risks, vehicle safety issues, and environmental hazards without requiring new hardware or invasive surveillance.  With a passion rooted in both professional experience and a personal connection to workplace safety, Vernon offers insights into why traditional approaches often fall short and

616: Gamification in the Warehouse for Stronger Engagement and Performance

Kevin chats with Nick Retzmann, Chief Growth and Product Officer at Vaibe, to explore how gamification can transform warehouse employee engagement. Vaibe offers a software-as-a-service platform that connects to existing systems, turning daily operational KPIs into fun, team-oriented challenges. From increasing pick rates to improving safety compliance, Vaibe creates an environment where employees feel recognized and motivated.  With labor shortages, retention struggles, and competitive hiring markets putting pressure on warehouse operators, Nick explains why investing in engagement is no longer optional. Instead, gamification can make work more enjoyable while driving measurable gains in productivity,

615: Navigating Tariffs and Automation in Warehousing

In this episode of The New Warehouse Podcast, host Kevin speaks with Jason Minghini, Senior Vice President of Supply Chain Solutions at Kenco, a leader in third-party logistics (3PL) solutions. Jason shares how Kenco proactively navigates tariff complexities affecting global trade and innovatively leverages automation and robotics to overcome persistent labor shortages in warehousing. They explore recent automation initiatives, including collaborations with AutoStore and GreyOrange, delivering valuable insights for operational flexibility and efficiency. Proactively Addressing Tariff Challenges Navigating tariffs has become critical for supply chains. Jason emphasizes, "These tariffs totally change what the ROI

614: Take Care of Warehouse Robots, and They’ll Take Care of You

Welcome to this episode of The New Warehouse Podcast, where Kevin chats with Dale Walsh, Vice President of Strategy and Innovation at Roboworx. Roboworx provides tailored field service solutions for robotics fleets, working directly with OEMs, resellers, and integrators to ensure long-term uptime.  From site surveys to installations, preventative maintenance, and customer success, Dale shares how Roboworx helps robotics companies scale while keeping automation performing at its best. With robotics adoption accelerating across warehouses and other sectors, Dale offers practical advice for operators and startups alike on building a sustainable service strategy from day

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613: Reinventing Warehouse Stacking with Ambi Robotics

In this episode of The New Warehouse Podcast, Kevin chats with Jeff Mahler, CTO and Co-founder of Ambi Robotics. Ambi Robotics applies artificial intelligence and simulation-driven learning to solve some of the most complex challenges in logistics automation. In this episode, Jeff shares how Ambi uses a combination of deep reinforcement learning, modular design, and real-world feedback to help operations scale productivity through robotic systems.  From parcel sorting to the latest innovation, AmbiStack, the company is building solutions that adapt and improve over time. This episode dives into the tech, the challenges, and what’s

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