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Episode 274 - Verses at MODEX 2022 On this episode I was joined by the President of Verses, James Hendrickson, at MODEX 2022. James and I reconnected after 3 years to learn about his new role at Verses which is focused on bringing spatial intelligence into the supply chain. We discuss why digital twins are so important in the supply chain and what they can help us to achieve. Key Takeaways Verses is focused on bringing the spatial web to enterprises through a robust suite of technologies that have been developed with the Spatial Web Foundation. As James

Episode 273 - Phantom Auto Wins at MODEX 2022 On this episode I was joined again by Ryan Clifford and Ryan Chesterfield of Phantom Auto at MODEX 2022. Phantom Auto provides a remote forklift operation platform that allows you to tap into labor pools in any location to operate your equipment. We discuss the reaction to Phantom Auto at MODEX, their nomination and a follow up on their win at the MHI Innovation Awards. Key Takeaways While most companies were looking for solutions to replace or supplement labor at MODEX, Phantom Auto's approach is different. They are looking

Episode 272 - SVT Robotics at MODEX 2022 On this episode I was joined by A.K. Schultz at MODEX 2022 to discuss his company, SVT Robotics. SVT Robotics is focused on allowing automation solutions to function together in the same operation through their Softbot Platform. We discuss one of the big problems with automation integrations and how SVT Robotics is solving that problem. Key Takeaways A.K. was sure to start off our conversation discussing the problem in automation which is one that has been multiplied with the amount of solutions now available. He points out that with so

Episode 271 - Open Sky Group at MODEX 2022 On this episode I was joined by Dave Haley of Open Sky Group at MODEX 2022. Open Sky Group is the number one reseller of Blue Yonder and has expanded beyond WMS to help companies integrate multiple different systems into their operation. We discuss their advisory services and why it is important to fully assess your operation before determining your next step. Key Takeaways Open Sky Group originally started with a focus on implementing WMS software into operations but has since expanded into multiple different system types and focuses

Episode 270 - Concentric at MODEX 2022 On this episode I was joined by COO of Concentric, John Winter, at MODEX 2022. Concentric focuses on bringing the right power fit to your material handling equipment so that you don't have to worry about your batteries. We discuss what Concentric does, how the power space for lift trucks has developed and how they help customers understand what the right fit for them is. Key Takeaways Concentric has been formed with a partnership with multiple different distributors allowing them the flexibility to determine the best fit for your power needs.

Episode 269 - Jeff Lem and the Students On this episode I put on my other hat which is Professor Lawton and was joined by previous guest Jeff Lem. Being at MODEX, I could not teach my class in person so we did it virtually and I had a guest speaker come on. That guest speaker was President of Portable Intelligence and author, Jeff Lem. Key Takeaways Jeff highlights the amount of technology we are seeing coming into the warehousing space which was even more evident at MODEX. Even with all of the technology, Jeff is sure to