Automating the Chain Show

Augmented Reality Used to Transfer Knowledge and Reduce Human Error in Manufacturing with Joe Weaver In this episode, Tee Ganbold 🌏 sits down with Joe Weaver, Co-Founder and CEO at Ario, to talk about how augmented reality (AR) is being used in manufacturing to transfer knowledge and reduce human error in operations across the supply chain. Topics in this conversation include: *How Joe got started in the world of augmented reality (AR) (1:33) *Explaining AR and the benefits of consumer application (3:45) *How AR is providing innovative solutions in the COVID era (6:10) *The ways that Ario provides solutions for clients and consumers (8:16) *How companies can work with Ario (15:06) *What does the future look like in the space of AR? (19:12) Ario combines the power of scalable web and mobile technologies with augmented reality. They provide companies with tools to easily capture and distribute expert knowledge across all levels of your organization. https://lnkd.in/e6x-FzN4 #AugmentedReality #Manufacturing #ConsumerApplication #Knowledge

Piece-Picking Solutions for Warehouse Automation with Vince Martinelli of RightHand Robotics In this episode, Tee Ganbold 🌏 sits down with Vince Martinelli, Head of Product & Marketing at RightHand Robotics, Inc, to talk about the future of e-commerce order fulfillment and how robotics is changing automation and traditional workflows. This conversation covers many topics including: *How Vince got started in the industry (1:39) *The problem RightHand Robotics is solving in the space (3:19) *Picking Devices in Robotics and How Customers Benefit from using them (4:50) *Working with Integrators in the space (10:39) *The need for robotics in the online shopping and operations environment (13:15) *Where is warehouse automation headed in the future? (17:36) *Exciting trends in the space coming up (21:55) RightHand Robotics (RHR) is a leader in providing end-to-end solutions that reduce the cost of e-commerce order-fulfillment of electronics, apparel, grocery, pharmaceuticals, and countless other industries. https://lnkd.in/eetWJQjt #Warehouse #Automation #Picking #Devices #Robotics #Online #Shopping

Bite-Sized Increments in Technology to Improve Efficiency with Co-Founder / CEO of Voodoo Robotics Bite-Sized Increments in Technology to Improve Efficiency In this episode, Tee Ganbold 🌏 sits down with Trevor Blumenau, Co-Founder & CEO of Voodoo Robotics, to talk about how companies can use cost-effective technologies to drive efficiency and growth. Trevor shares the story of Voodoo Robotics and how the company is serving warehouse and manufacturing needs through small but powerful technological innovation. Topics in this conversation include: *The story behind the name “Voodoo” (1:59) *What does Voodoo Robotics do in the industry? (3:06) *Why do customers choose Voodoo Robotics? (7:22) *Implementing Voodoo technology in existing infrastructure (13:25) *How Voodoo Robotics integrates with other providers and softwares (20:08) *The need for more robotic technologies due to the COVID climate (24:19) *Where does Voodoo Robotics go from here? (26:15) Voodoo Robotics, the leading innovator in picking warehouse automation, provides cost-effective technology for warehouse inventory management and order fulfilment solutions. With engineering and robotic expertise, the Texas-based pioneer brings the next wave of state-of-the-art automation to material handling industries. https://lnkd.in/egvG6WCf #Warehouse #Automation #Inventory #Robotics #Order #Fulfilment

How Drone Technology is Redefining Warehouse Inventory Logistics with the Co-Founder / CEO of Ware (acquired by Gather AI) How Drone Technology is Redefining Warehouse Inventory Logistics In this episode, Tee Ganbold 🌏 sits down with Ian Smith, Co-Founder and CEO at Ware (until it was acquired by Gather AI), to talk about how drone technology is revolutionizing warehouse inventory operations. Ian shares how the market is adapting to drone technology and how companies are using drones to solve complex problems and increase productivity. This interesting conversation includes: *The need for drone technology and the difference Ware makes in the industry (1:30) *What does the drone market look like today? (4:42) *The cost of Ware products for their clients (8:57) *Ware’s growth as a business in recent years and what’s next? (11:38) *Where does Ware go from here? (14:01) Ware combines the smartest drones with powerful software to deliver accurate inventory reports straight into your WMS. From data capture, to data processing and everything in between, Ware provides the technology and automation to improve warehouse inventory logistics. Ian and his team are doing great things in the industry and we thank him for coming on the show. https://lnkd.in/ezNtxwQA #Drone #Technology #Warehouses #SupplyChain #Automation

Automation in the Conveyor Industry with Jeff Berken of Berken Solutions In this episode, Tee Ganbold 🌏 sits down with Jeff Berken, Founder and President of Berken Solutions to talk about the importance of automation in the conveyor industry. They also talked about how COVID has highlighted the further need for automation and how businesses are combatting the changes to the industry. Topics in this conversation include: *How Berken got started and the specifics of the conveyor industry (1:38) *Ideal clientele and the need for conveyor technology (5:30) *Deploying a Berken solution for clients (7:23) *How has conveyor technology evolved and where is it going? (10:14) *The impacts of COVID on the conveyor industry (13:52) *What’s ahead for the Berken and the conveyor marketplace? (18:18) Berken Solutions seeks to ensure a smooth conveyor integration process that completely satisfies the system’s requirements for capability and performance. They also look to make every integrator look like a master solutioneer in the eyes of the customer. Jeff and his team are doing great things in the conveyor space and providing innovative solutions for their clients. https://lnkd.in/eNVNbBNx #Automation #Conveyor #Industry #SuppyChain

Econometrics and Execution with Co-Founder and Owner of Inther Group In this episode, Tee Ganbold 🌏 sits down with Paul Hermsen, Co-Founder and Owner of Inther Group International, to discuss the rapidly changing landscape of automation systems. They also discuss the use of AI and the ways it impacts the labor market, business, and consumers. This wide-ranging conversation discusses: *The background of starting Inther Group (2:13) *The landscape of the system integrated market and trends in the industry (3:52) *Change of consumers and businesses in light of the COVID crisis. (9:27) *Automation’s effects on the labor market (10:54) *The cost-saving effects of automation systems (13:18) *Addressing the skills gap in the warehouse automation market (16:25) *Where is Inther Group going in the future? (21:02) Inther Group is an international system integrator with a full scope of techniques for successful project implementations. From design to system integration into service & support; a full service partner for your logistics. Paul and his team are growing at a rapid pace by providing ideal solutions for their clients. https://lnkd.in/eT9Z_4nN #Automation #LabourMarket #CustomerChange #CostSaving #SkillsGap #Warehouse #Wholesale #SupplyChain

Using Data Technology to Highlight Inefficiencies and Drive Growth with Longbow Advantage In this episode, Tee Ganbold 🌏 Ganbold sits down with Alex Wakefield, CEO of Longbow Advantage, to discuss how data-driven technology can improve efficiency while cutting costs for companies. Alex points out that companies can save time and money simply by highlighting the inefficiencies of their data systems to allow for growth. This wide-ranging conversation includes topics such as: *Longbow’s mission of customer focus (2:42) *What does Longbow automate in the supply chain and how they differentiate themselves in the market? (3:48) *Trimming costs and time with technological automation (8:44) *Leveraging AI and ML in data processes (11:00) *Tracking cost-saving and ROI by pinpointing inefficiencies (15:27) *Helping companies bridge the gap between the technology team and the supply chain team (19:25) *How COVID has impacted customers in the supply chain (22:58) *Examining the enormous potential of the marketplace (26:48) *Where does Longbow go from here? (28:22) Longbow Advantage is a leading Supply Chain Technology Company built to provide best-in-class WMS, LMS, and TMS implementation and integration services. Alex and his team are doing great things in the industry and their success is attributed to the company’s mission of delivering the best customer experience possible. https://lnkd.in/eYvynByv #Automation #Supplychain #Customers #SaveCosts

How Automation is Benefitting the Consumer by TriMark USA’s CSCO/former Walmart SVP of Supply Chain 04: How Automation is Benefitting the Consumer Today with TriMark USA’s Chief Supply Chain Officer, Cameron Geiger In this episode, Tee Ganbold 🌏 sits down with Cameron Geiger, Chief Supply Chain Officer of TriMark USA and former SVP of Supply Chain at Walmart, to discuss the impacts of the COVID crisis on the restaurant supply chain. They also discuss how automation is allowing companies to innovate and adapt as well as what the future holds for the industry. This wide-ranging conversation includes topics such as: *Cameron’s background and experience in the supply chain (1:48) *Cameron’s learnings from Handling Over 100+ Automation Projects for Walmart (4:25) *The Impacts of the COVID Crisis on the supply chain (8:13) *How TriMark USA has adapted in COVID (11:40) *How automation is benefitting the consumer today (14:37) *The importance of collaboration in building efficiency in systems (18:57) *Exciting projects in the future of the supply chain industry (21:45) TriMark USA is the largest distributor of kitchen equipment in the country and Cameron and his team are doing great things in the industry. They aim to lead with their values and to support the success and sustainability of our customers so they can focus on their culinary pursuits. https://lnkd.in/ezMf4gN5 #SupplyChain #Automation #Benefit #Consumers #Efficiency

Getting Acquired by Shopify and Automating Fulfillment via Robotics with Co-CEO of 6 River Systems In this episode, Tee Ganbold 🌏, the Founder and Host of Automating the Chain Show, sits down with Jerome Dubois is Co-CEO at 6 River Systems, Part of Ocado Group, a leading global commerce company. Jerome shares his experience working with Kiva Systems, now Amazon Fulfillment Technologies & Robotics, and describes his journey and vision for building 6 River Systems. *How the team designed a robotic called “Chuck” to act a drop-in solution for fulfillment (2:01) *The specifications and features that make “Chuck” unique (8:00) *How 6 River Systems makes integration with host systems a priority (11:20) *Relieving the unforeseen spike in commerce volume as a result of COVID (14:26) Jerome and his team are creating truly innovative systems that are changing the ways companies consider infrastructure needs and approach fulfillment in an ever-changing economy. Huge thanks to Jerome for taking the time to join the show! https://lnkd.in/e8rZNYyd #Robotics #Automation #Ecommerce #Surge

A Global Overview of the Industrial Automation Market in Light of COVID and the New Normal Automating the Chain Founder and Host, Tee Ganbold 🌏, and Former Head of Supply Chain and Transport Industries at the World Economic Forum, Wolfgang Lehmacher, on Automation in Light of COVID and the New Normal. Tee Ganbold, the Founder and Host of Automating the Chain Show, sat down with Wolfgang Lehmacher, former Head of Supply Chain and Transport Industries at the World Economic Forum, on the Automating the Chain Show to give a global overview of the Industrial Automation market in Light of COVID and the new normal. Wolfgang shares his decades worth of experience across the Supply Chain industry, how COVID is shifting the focus of the supply chain industry, and what he expects to be accepted as the new normal moving forward. *Major economies driving a greater need for automation during the COVID era (3:26) *Tax incentives for capital investments in automation (5:54) *Balancing the spread of global resources to prevent a single source of failure (8:00) *The shortage of quality of labor required by modern factories (12:20) *Expectations for the Davos 2021 Annual Meeting (16:30) We’re so thankful to have Wolfgang as a guest. Thank you for joining us! Automating The Chain bridges the the learning gap between business executives and their technical counterparts. Each episode we learn from CTOs and experts in industrial automation as they explain their technology in an accessible way. https://lnkd.in/ecmJGUMa #Automation #COVID #SingleSourceofFailure #LaborShortages