In this episode of Warehouse Automation Matters, host Mary Hart and Kait Peterson, VP of Product Marketing at Locus Robotics, discuss the critical role of flexibility and automation in modern warehouse operations. They explore the challenges faced by warehouses today, including labor shortages and fluctuating demands, and how automation can help address these issues. The conversation covers the importance of metrics for measuring throughput, common misconceptions about automation, and future trends in the industry. Peterson also offers valuable advice for warehouse operators considering automation to improve scalability and efficiency.
00:00 Introduction to Warehouse Automation
01:08 The Importance of Flexibility in Warehousing
02:26 Challenges Facing Modern Warehouses
05:01 Automation's Role in Scalability and Efficiency
07:22 Managing Returns and Seasonal Demands
09:51 Innovations in Picking and Throughput
12:24 Maximizing Throughput with Automation
14:24 Key Metrics for Measuring Throughput
17:13 Misconceptions About Automation
20:21 Future Trends in Automation Technologies
22:10 Advice for Warehouse Operators
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