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612: Boosting Warehouse Productivity with Vecna Robotics

In this episode of The New Warehouse Podcast, Kevin chats with Karl Iagnemma, CEO of Vecna Robotics. Vecna Robotics enhances warehouse productivity by integrating AI-driven autonomous robots with human workers, optimizing efficiency and safety. With extensive expertise in robotics and autonomous vehicle technology, Karl discusses his transition from developing autonomous vehicles for public roads to optimizing robotic solutions within warehouse environments.  A particular focus of the discussion is Vecna's innovative CaseFlow solution, a robotics-driven approach designed to significantly streamline the case picking process in warehouses, reducing manual labor and operational disruptions. Leveraging Autonomous Technology

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611: Instawork is Tackling Warehouse Talent Shifts with Flexibility and Data

Welcome to this episode of The New Warehouse Podcast, where Kevin chats with Alex Vinden, General Manager of Light Industrial at Instawork. Instawork is a flexible staffing platform redefining how warehouses meet labor demands. Alex dives into Instawork’s tech-powered approach to temporary staffing, its role in collecting real-time labor data, and key insights from their latest State of Warehouse Labor report. As warehouses grapple with evolving labor needs and the uncertainty of tariffs, Alex breaks down the emerging trends and why flexibility is no longer optional; it's essential for attracting and retaining top warehouse

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Supply Chain Point: Shining a Light on Supply Chain Theft with Streetleaf

In this episode of The New Warehouse Podcast, Kevin chats with John Hantzis, Head of Operations at Streetleaf and Transportation Sector Chief for InfraGard. Streetleaf is a solar street lighting company recognized for its rapid deployment systems and storm-resilient infrastructure, primarily serving master-planned communities.  John shares how Streetleaf developed a lean and adaptive warehouse strategy, built to withstand tariff volatility and unpredictable demand. He also delves into his role with InfraGard, where he collaborates with the FBI to enhance cybersecurity in transportation. From strengthening internal operations to detecting low-tech theft, John offers a unique

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610: Sonair is Giving Robots a New Way to See

In this episode of The New Warehouse Podcast, Kevin chats with Knut Sandven. Sandven is the founder and CEO of Sonair, a Norway-based startup bringing new depth to robotic vision. With a background in ultrasonic sensing and two previous startups under his belt, Knut shares how Sonair is enabling warehouse robots to “see” with ultrasonic depth sensors that work in 3D. These sensors allow autonomous mobile robots (AMRs) and robotic arms to detect and navigate around various types of objects, including transparent, reflective, and oddly shaped ones. Sonair’s sensors are built on a medical-grade

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How Relay Distribution Scaled with ASRS Automation and Social Strategy

Kevin chats with Dereck Dreyer, co-founder of Relay Distribution, for a behind-the-scenes look at how this Houston-based 3PL is blending fulfillment, influencer marketing, and automation to build a nimble, high-growth operation. The episode explores Relay’s evolution from an apparel startup to a turnkey fulfillment center, how their YouTube channel unexpectedly became a lead generation engine, and the impact of installing Pio’s automated storage and retrieval system (ASRS).  From managing launch-driven order spikes to navigating tariff changes with Chinese suppliers, Dreyer shares the real-world challenges and wins that come with building a modern fulfillment business.

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609: Scaling Logistics with Charles Ickes of Bergen Logistics

In this episode of The New Warehouse Podcast, Kevin chats with Charles Ickes, CEO of Bergen Logistics and CloudX Systems. With a background that began in high-end dry cleaning and led to leadership roles in fashion logistics, Charles shares how his journey shaped Bergen’s approach to global 3PL services and warehouse technology. Now operating under the Elanders Group umbrella, Bergen Logistics has grown from a regional fashion-focused provider to a worldwide network of 19 fulfillment centers—all powered by a single WMS: CloudX. Charles walks us through the benefits of owning their tech stack, how

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