Parth Pethani is the founder of whserobotics.com and is an expert in warehouse automation. His pragmatic perspective on warehouse automation and how to integrate automation technologies is valuable for anyone considering future automation deployments. https://warehouserepublic.com/https://www.supplychainsaga.com/
Jul 5, 2023
1 hr 30 min
In this episode I'm joined by Ward Richmond, Vice Chairman of Colliers International. Ward generously opens up about his life's journey from going to college on a football scholarship, to playing 200 shows a year as a professional musician, to being one of the most prolific voices in industrial real estate. https://warehouserepublic.com/https://www.supplychainsaga.com/
Jun 27, 2023
1 hr 26 min
Chris Shimoda is a Senior Vice President with the California Trucking Association. Together, we explore the Advance Clean Fleets Regulation, Indirect Source Rules, and AB5, shedding light on their significance and impact. These are crucial topics that every stakeholder in the supply chain should be aware of. https://warehouserepublic.com/https://www.supplychainsaga.com/
Jun 20, 2023
1 hr 39 min
Join me as we sit down with Hal Compton, a seasoned entrepreneur behind Image Microsystems. Hal's company is at the forefront of tackling the $1 Trillion returns crisis in the United States through their repairs and refurbishment services. Hal's expertise as a leader and his unwavering commitment to meeting customer needs sets him apart in the industry. With his upbeat attitude, Hal reminds us that putting the customer first can lead to great success. Tune in to hear more about Hal's journey and the impact Image Microsystems is making in the world of returns.https://warehouserepublic.com/https://www.supplychainsaga.com/
May 1, 2023
1 hr 17 min
In this episode, we delve into the remarkable journey of Evans Richards, who began his eCommerce adventure as an 11-year-old selling on eBay in 2004. With 19 years under his belt, Evans has climbed the ranks to become one of Amazon's Top 100 third-party sellers. As we examine the obstacles he overcame while expanding his own fulfillment operation from a handful of daily orders to a staggering 500,000 direct-to-consumer orders in 2022, we'll also discuss the future of online retail.https://warehouserepublic.com/https://www.supplychainsaga.com/
Mar 28, 2023
1 hr 27 min
Welcome to this episode, where I have the pleasure of sitting down with Jordan Brown, a member of the fourth generation of the Brown family - the founders of NFI Industries. Together, we delve into the fascinating and storied 90-year history of NFI Industries, and explore the exciting opportunities that lie ahead in the ever-evolving world of supply chain.https://warehouserepublic.com/https://www.supplychainsaga.com/
Feb 28, 2023
1 hr 25 min
This month Summitt Hogue, founder and managing partner of Growe Real Estate Partners, gives us his perspective on the supply chain from the commercial real estate side of things. We focus on the last 5-6 years in the industry and talk about everything from lease rates and current trends to how automation plays into picking a lease that's right for you. Summitt can be found on LinkedIn and on Growe's website.https://warehouserepublic.com/https://www.supplychainsaga.com/
Jan 31, 2023
1 hr 3 min
Introduction 04:40 - The "Supply Pipe" 08:23 - Back to BJ’s Origin Story12:28 - Make Your Client Look Like the Hero15:50 - Be a Learner For Life21:50 - The Entrepreneurial Seizure27:54 - Today’s Market vs 2008 35:15 - East vs West Coast Ports and Corresponding Demands38:05 - Southern California Market Discussion44:30 - The Amazon Effect49:45 - Automation 58:00 - How to Build the Ideal 3PL1:09:57 - Good vs Great Warehouses1:14:48 - Predictions For the Next 5 Years1:18:20 - Amazon Warehousing and Distribution (AWD) and Wrap Uphttps://warehouserepublic.com/https://www.supplychainsaga.com/
Jan 13, 2023
1 hr 22 min