The Role of Solution Providers in Warehouse ROI
In this episode of “Warehouse Automation Matters,” host Mary Hart discussed the benefits of warehouse automation with Dave Green and Mike Wills from Peak Technologies. They explored the hesitations companies face regarding automation, the significant ROI timelines, and the softer benefits such as employee satisfaction. The conversation highlighted the importance of solution providers in designing long-term automation strategies and the common pitfalls of DIY automation. The partnership between Peak and Locus Robotics was emphasized as a key factor in successful warehouse automation implementations.
- 00:00 Introduction to Warehouse Automation
- 02:15 Overcoming Automation Hesitations
- 04:48 Understanding ROI in Warehouse Automation
- 07:02 Exploring Soft Benefits of Automation
- 10:01 Labor Efficiency and Cost Management
- 11:43 Complementing Temporary Labor with Automation
- 12:58 The Role of Solution Providers
- 14:47 Designing Long-Term Automation Strategies
- 16:11 Pitfalls of DIY Automation Solutions
- 18:08 The Peak and Locus Partnership
- 19:47 Unique Challenges in Automation
- 21:31 Final Advice for 3PLs on Automation
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