MHI Cast

Women play a pivotal role in building the supply chain of the future. From creating and working with innovative solutions to leading and mentoring the next generation of professionals - women in the supply chain industry are consistently pushing the limits of what’s possible. In this episode of MHI Cast, we hear snippets about technology, integration, and leadership from some of these top talents...

Safety is key to keeping distribution and fulfillment centers up and running, especially now, when there are so many automated solutions. Fortunately, it doesn’t have to be a manual operation. Safety sensors can help keep employees, machines, and product safe throughout these facilities.

In this special episode of MHI cast, we’re giving you a behind-the-scenes look at what you can expect in Atlanta at MODEX 2022. John Paxton and Daniel McKinnon join us for this sneak peek.

One of the most recognizable images of the modern supply chain is the autonomous robot. Today’s solutions are often as simple as a robotic arm, designed to pick product quickly and efficiently. It is these innovations we’re here today to discuss.

The loading dock is one of the most important parts of the distribution center. It is there that product arrives and departs. Finding ways to automate and improve operations in that area can help organizations process orders faster, and move goods more efficiently.

Fulfillment and Distribution centers have adapted to the increased demand brought on by floods of e-commerce orders. Now, having transitioned to picking eaches instead of full containers, more flexibility is required from conveyor and sortation solutions if operators want to keep up.

The supply chain is a long and complicated mechanism with many moving parts. From the point of manufacturing to the last 100 feet, this is an industry that has solutions for every touchpoint along the way. In this episode of MHI cast, we’ll be focusing on that last 100 feet as we talk to the Chair and Vice-Chair of MHI’s newest industry group, SLAM – Scan, Label, Apply, Manifest.

The exponential growth of e-commerce and increased demands for faster deliveries has led to micro fulfillment centers becoming more common. These centers are often optimized with automation technologies such as robotics, AGVs, AS/RS systems, and the latest sensors, to make sure everything runs smoothly. In this episode, we have two experts from Leuze talking about micro fulfillment centers and the...

When thinking of a modern distribution center, most people will picture a conveyor and sortation system. And while they are truly fascinating on the surface, what lies underneath, controlling the whole operation is equally impressive. Today we’re talking to some members of MHI’s Conveyor & Sortation Systems industry group about what’s under the hood, so to speak.

Technology is always improving, making human workers faster, stronger, and better able to adapt to their environments. Wearable options are being integrated and are designed to help employees work smarter, not harder. In this episode, we’ll be looking at a category of wearable technology that is designed to ease some of the physical aspects of a job, exoskeletons.

As the pool of potential employees continues to shrink, how can you fulfill what appears to be an ever-increasing demand amidst an explosion of e-commerce? In this MHI cast, we speak to three automation experts to find out where you can best deploy solutions to ease your labor needs.

With demands continuing to rise in the supply chain, the picking of orders has become a prime target for innovation. Augmented reality solutions are one of the possibilities operators can use to level up their workforce and make these time-intensive tasks more efficient.

Leadership is an incredibly important skill, which is why MHI created the Industry Leadership Program available for WERC and MHI members who are looking to grow into leadership positions or perhaps are new to the responsibilities involved.

Today we’re speaking with Christoph Bretgeld about a skills-based approach to hiring. Find out what skills are, how you can evaluate them, and why this approach can help you bridge the labor gap.

Customer demands have grown significantly during the pandemic forcing companies to expand their fulfillment capabilities. One solution that has been growing is micro-fulfillment.

Each year WERC partners with DC Velocity to produce the Annual Survey and Report on Industry Metrics so supply chain professionals can see how they measure up to their peers. For 2021, the study was sponsored by Kenco Logistics, Yale, and Optricity. We’re talking with Joe Tillman, Karl Manrodt and Donnie Williams about the key metrics and trends identified in this year’s survey.

The global COVID-19 pandemic had a massive effect on the world prompting disruptions in global supply chains. However, it also allowed for growth in some areas. In today’s MHI Cast we’re talking about the accelerated adoption of Automation, AI, and Robotics, how the trend began, how it helped businesses during the pandemic, and how it is poised to continue growth in a post-COVID world.

The MHI Innovation Awards are our way of joining the need of the attendees, who came to ProMatDX for their supply chain needs, with the innovative products our exhibitors have developed. In this episode, we’re speaking with the winners of the 2021 MHI Innovation Awards to find out about their solutions and what effect they’ll have on your supply chain.

In this episode of the MHI cast, we’re speaking with the panel of experts from ProMatDX about the 2021 Annual Industry Report and how it pertains to the Next Gen Supply Chain Update Series.

In this episode of the MHI cast, we’re speaking with the panel of experts from ProMatDX about the 2021 MHI Annual Industry Report - “Innovation Driven Resilience: How Technology and Innovation Help Supply Chains Thrive in Unprecedented Times.”

The need for resilient supply chains has never been greater. ProMatDX — April 12-16 — will provide access to the latest equipment and technology trends and solutions you need to power up your supply chain to meet this need. During this podcast, MHI’s CEO, John Paxton, and Executive Vice President of Exhibitions, Daniel McKinnon tell us what to expect from the ProMat Digital Experience.

Diversity is more than just a buzzword used when recruiting for a company. Today’s employers are looking for the best talent and skilled workers will gravitate towards companies that embrace workers from all walks of life. In today’s episode, we speak to Annette Danek-Akey from Penguin Random House and Dr. Randy Bradley from the University of Tennessee about why diversity, equity and inclusion are...

The material handling industry has gone through numerous changes over the past year, one of them being the implementation of remote work strategies. In this episode, we speak to MHI members Larry Strayhorn and Bryan Jensen on their approaches to working remotely.

Automation and robotics are two of the fastest changing technologies in the supply chain industry. Today we talk with two members of MHI's Mobile Automation Group to see what’s new and why incorporating it can create a more robust supply chain.

In this episode, we talk with John Reichert and John Ashodian about MHI’s Solutions Community, which recently held its fall meeting. Find out how Community members are using their unique perspectives to help the supply chain industry during the pandemic.