Improving Warehouse Operations with Automation

In this episode, Mary Hart interviewed Drew Eubank and Jordan Frank of the Zion Solutions Group to discuss the future of warehouse automation. They discussed the challenges faced by companies when implementing new solutions, such as selecting the right technology and getting employees to embrace it. They emphasized the importance of education and understanding the customer's goals and limitations. They also discussed the opportunities for growth and improvement in warehouse management, including the scalability and flexibility of automation solutions. They mention the role of artificial intelligence and machine learning in the future of warehousing and the potential for automation in areas such as pick and pack operations.  Chapters 00:00 Introductions and Background 01:29 Challenges in Implementing Warehouse Automation 03:20 Overcoming the 'Shiny Object Syndrome' 07:33 How Zion Solutions Group Helps Warehouses Grow 09:07 Opportunities for Growth and Improvement in Warehouses 13:49 Scalability and Flexibility in Warehouse Automation 19:44 The Influence of Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning 22:34 The Warehouse of the Future 25:27 Advice for Warehouse Managers Starting Their Automation Journey