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Picking with Carter: The Autonomous Cart Built for Warehouses

Embed Buzzsprout audio player In this episode of The New Warehouse Podcast, Kevin chats live from ProMat 2025 with Ben Gruettner of Robust.AI to explore their groundbreaking autonomous cart, Carter. Designed to redefine how humans and robots work together, Carter blends automation with human control to tackle some of the most persistent challenges in warehouse environments. From flexible picking capabilities to congestion management, Carter is more than a mobile robot; it’s a collaborative partner. Ben shares how Robust.AI is helping operators gain efficiency without losing control, and why the company believes “collaborative” should mean

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592: Supply Chain Talent Is the Competitive Edge in 2025

Kevin chats with Camp Jennings, co-founder of Henry North, a new search firm laser-focused on supply chain talent. After nearly a decade in sales and leadership at a Raymond dealership, Camp saw firsthand how much impact the right people make. That realization led to Henry North, a company built by industry insiders to help suppliers attract, hire, and retain the talent needed to keep up with today’s evolving logistics landscape. In this episode, Camp shares what’s driving change in hiring, how warehouse professionals can transition to the solution-provider side, and why 2025 is poised

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Fulfillment Efficiency with Zebra Technologies

Embed Buzzsprout audio player Live from the Zebra Technologies booth at ProMat 2025, Kevin dives into one of the most talked-about innovations in warehouse automation. He’s joined by Matt Wicks, Zebra’s VP of Software and Robotics, to explore the company’s latest mobile robotics solution to streamline order fulfillment from end to end. Zebra, known for its hardware legacy, is now delivering a powerful, cloud-driven system that combines wearables, intelligent routing, and autonomous mobile robots. A Full Turnkey System Built for ROI Zebra’s solution isn’t just about robots—it’s a fully orchestrated system. The software connects

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591: Making Digital Transformation in Warehousing Work

At ProMat 2025, Kevin chats with Doug Schuchart of Beckhoff Automation and Craig Henry of Murrelektronik, two leaders from the  CSS (Conveyor & Sortation Systems) Industry Group of MHI , to explore what digital transformation means in warehousing. Their lively conversation unpacks the gap between aspiration and execution, diving deep into how companies can take meaningful steps toward better data visibility, predictive maintenance, and long-term ROI. From hard-earned lessons to surprising insights, they emphasize the importance of asking the right questions before diving into technology. Start with Strategy, Then Digitize Digital transformation in warehousing

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Warehouse Dock Safety Gets an Upgrade: Live from ProMat 2025 with GMR Safety

Embed Buzzsprout audio player Kevin chats with Pascal Jette of GMR Safety live from the ProMat 2025 show floor, where they walk through a hands-on demo of the Power Chock and the newly unveiled Power Chock Auto. GMR Safety has been engineering vehicle restraint systems for over two decades, with the flagship Power Chock protecting dock workers across thousands of sites, including 2,000 Home Depot locations. In this episode, Pascal discusses how the Power Chock system reduces liability, enhances control, and drastically improves warehouse dock safety. From long-term durability to low cost of ownership,

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590: Warehouse Innovations with Ryder

Continuing the annual Manifest tradition, Kevin chats with Gary Allen, Vice President of Supply Chain Excellence at Ryder. With over 35 years in the industry, Gary brings a deep perspective on how warehouse operations have transformed from the early days of manual processes to today’s AI-driven, analytics-optimized environments. Ryder, widely known for its fleet, is also the second-largest warehouse provider in North America. In this episode, Gary shares how Ryder embraces data, automation, and flexible workforce solutions to enhance warehouse performance and employee satisfaction. The discussion offers valuable insights into the evolving nature of

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