The New Warehouse Podcast

In this episode of The New Warehouse Podcast, Kevin Lawton welcomes Jonathan Briggs, Senior Vice President of Sales at ShipMonk. With peak season just behind them, Briggs shares insight into how ShipMonk has matured over the past decade, what brands misunderstand about automation, and why fulfillment has become a defining factor in long-term growth. From technology decisions to carrier performance and global expansion, the conversation shows how fulfillment is evolving. Today, an eCommerce fulfillment strategy is no longer a back-end function; it’s a competitive advantage when executed correctly. Find more information about our sponsors here: Peak Technologies, Masterplan Communications, TGW Logistics, YMX Logistics Learn more about The Brecham Group here. Follow us on LinkedIn and YouTube. Support the show

In this episode of The New Warehouse Podcast, Kevin Lawton welcomes Gina Chung, Vice President of Corporate Development at Locus Robotics, for a wide-ranging conversation on how warehouse automation is evolving and why flexibility has become a defining requirement for modern fulfillment operations. With more than a decade of experience leading innovation initiatives at DHL before joining Locus, Chung brings a unique perspective shaped by firsthand exposure to large-scale warehouse environments. The discussion explores how automation adoption has matured, why rigid systems no longer fit today’s supply chains, and how Locus is approaching the next phase of robotic fulfillment as the industry looks toward 2026 and beyond. Find more information about our sponsors here: Peak Technologies, Masterplan Communications, TGW Logistics, YMX Logistics Learn more about The Brecham Group here. Follow us on LinkedIn and YouTube. Support the show

In this episode of The New Warehouse Podcast, Kevin Lawton welcomes Matt Yearling, CEO of YMX Logistics, to explore one of the most overlooked areas of warehouse and supply chain performance: yard operations. While most conversations focus on transportation or warehouse automation, the yard often sits in between—underutilized, under-optimized, and misunderstood. Drawing from decades of experience in logistics, technology, and yard management, he explains why the yard represents one of the most significant untapped opportunities for operational improvement and how YMX is helping companies rethink what happens between the gate and the dock. Find more information about our sponsors here: Peak Technologies, Masterplan Communications, TGW Logistics, YMX Logistics Follow us on LinkedIn and YouTube. Support the show

Welcome to this episode of The New Warehouse Podcast, where Kevin chats with Mark Becker, President, CEO, and co-founder of G10 Fulfillment. Becker shares how G10 has evolved from an early Amazon distributor into a national 3PL built around flexibility, technology control, and practical automation. With warehouses strategically placed across the U.S., G10 supports both direct-to-consumer and complex B2B fulfillment, including hazmat and oversized items like zero-turn lawnmowers. The conversation explores why flexibility matters more than rigid efficiency models, how owning the tech stack enables faster pivots, and what real-world robotics adoption looks like on the warehouse floor. Becker also offers a grounded look at AI’s role in fulfillment, separating hype from practical gains as the industry heads into 2026. Find more information about our sponsors here: Peak Technologies, Masterplan Communications, TGW Logistics, YMX Logistics Follow us on LinkedIn and YouTube. Support the show

In this episode of The New Warehouse Podcast, Kevin Lawton sits down with Dex Weber, Business Development Manager of Automation Integration Solutions at TGW. With peak-season pressures fresh in mind and 2026 already on the horizon, the conversation explores what it takes for proper warehouse automation planning. The discussion offers a candid look at what’s feasible, what’s not, and why the warehouse automation planning phase is often the most critical part of any automation journey. Find more information about our sponsors here: Peak Technologies, Masterplan Communications, TGW Logistics, YMX Logistics Follow us on LinkedIn and YouTube. Support the show

In this episode of The New Warehouse Podcast, Kevin sits down with Jim Tompkins, Chairman of Tompkins Ventures, to unpack what lies ahead for global supply chains. With decades of experience shaping logistics strategy, Tompkins brings a clear-eyed perspective on what 2025 revealed, and why 2026 will demand even greater adaptability. The conversation explores tariff volatility, political uncertainty, and the strategic shifts leaders must make to stay competitive. From reshoring decisions to procurement’s expanding role, Tompkins explains why resilience is no longer optional. Find more information about our sponsors here: Peak Technologies, Masterplan Communications, TGW Logistics, YMX Logistics Follow us on LinkedIn and YouTube. Support the show

In this solo episode, Kevin Lawton dives deep into the shifting sands of warehouse technology. Looking back at 2025, we explore how AI functioned as an "invisible layer" to optimize efficiency without disrupting the user experience, featuring callouts to ShipHero and Lully. Kevin also reinforces why the fundamentals still matter with clean data and dialed-in processes remaining the prerequisite for any successful automation project. As we turn the page to 2026, the focus shifts to Interactive AI and the massive wave of Vision Technology. From wearable vision tech to computer vision for inventory tracking, Kevin discusses how these accessible solutions are leveling up data capture for warehouses of all sizes. Key Topics Covered: The AI Evolution:Vision Tech Dominance:Brownfield Innovation:The Future Worker:Community & Events:The New Warehouse Find more information about our sponsors here: Peak Technologies, Masterplan Communications, TGW Logistics, YMX Logistics Follow us on LinkedIn and YouTube. Support the show

Welcome to this episode of The New Warehouse Podcast, where Kevin chats with Maia Benson, Chief Business Officer at FlavorCloud. Together, they discuss how tariffs, volatility, and regulation are reshaping global fulfillment. FlavorCloud is the ‘easy button’ for ensuring orders are fulfilled seamlessly around the globe. They help merchants and 3PLs manage cross-border logistics and compliance, acting as an abstraction layer between checkout and final delivery. In this conversation, Maia explains why 2025 marked a turning point for cross-border compliance, how tariffs disrupted sourcing and margins, and what fulfillment leaders must prepare for in 2026. Learn more about The Brecham Group here. Follow us on LinkedIn and YouTube. Support the show

Welcome to this episode of The New Warehouse Podcast, where Kevin chats with Summitt Hogue, Managing Partner at Growe 3PL Real Estate. Hogue has built his firm around one clear mission: helping mid-market, growth-minded 3PLs make smarter real estate decisions that directly support expansion. In this conversation, he breaks down why traditional brokerage models fail 3PL operators, how today’s market conditions have created rare opportunities, and what leaders should be doing now to position themselves for 2026. Learn more about The Brecham Group here. Follow us on LinkedIn and YouTube. Support the show

In this episode of The New Warehouse Podcast, Kevin chats with Alex Ramirez, CEO and co-founder of Cognitops. They discuss why warehouse data decision-making often fails the people who need it most. Ramirez draws from years spent on warehouse floors, not conference rooms, to explain how operators are overwhelmed by dashboards, reports, and status updates that don’t help them act in real time. Cognitops changes that reality. The conversation explores why most warehouses are “data rich and decision poor,” how decades-old WMS thinking still shapes modern systems, and why context and time matter more than static metrics. Ramirez also shares how Cognitops helps operators turn data into decisions that drive flow, improve productivity, and reduce chaos when plans inevitably break down. Learn more about The Brecham Group here. Follow us on LinkedIn and YouTube. Support the show

In this episode of The New Warehouse Podcast, Kevin chats with Jon Miller Schwartz, Co-Founder and CEO of Ultra, a Brooklyn-based robotics company focused on bringing AI-powered warehouse robots into operations. Ultra is tackling one of the most repetitive yet complex tasks in e-commerce fulfillment: order packing. Rather than building robots that rely on rigid programming, Ultra is applying modern AI models to enable greater flexibility, adaptability, and real-world deployment. During the conversation, Jon explains why advances in AI have unlocked tasks once considered impossible for robots, why packaging was the right starting point, and how Ultra’s approach is reshaping throughput, predictability, and labor challenges in warehouses today. The discussion also explores ROI, workforce impact, and what the next generation of AI-powered warehouse robots can handle. See their robot in action right here. Learn more about The Brecham Group here. Follow us on LinkedIn and YouTube. Support the show

Welcome to this episode of The New Warehouse Podcast, recorded on-site at Peak Technologies’ Executive Briefing Center in Littleton, Massachusetts. Kevin chats with Tony Rivers, President and CEO of Peak Technologies, about how smart warehouse technologies are reshaping modern operations. Peak Technologies is a global solutions provider supporting supply chain, transportation, and logistics operations with end-to-end technology services. In this conversation, Rivers reflects on how warehouse technology has evolved over the past two decades. He shares why speed, labor constraints, and customer expectations are forcing a shift toward smarter systems. Rivers also explains how Peak helps customers navigate complexity by testing, validating, and integrating technologies that solve operational problems. Learn more about The Brecham Group here. Follow us on LinkedIn and YouTube. Support the show

In this episode of The New Warehouse Podcast, Kevin chats with Jack Cox, founder of Axiomata Foundational Excellence. Cox brings more than 20 years of operations experience from Amazon, Target, Wayfair, and fast-growing technology companies. His career spans warehouse operations, transportation networks, and large-scale fulfillment systems built under intense growth pressure. The conversation centers on what Cox calls foundational excellence in operations. Rather than rigid playbooks, he outlines principles that help operations scale without breaking. Drawing from real-world examples, Cox explains how leaders can align metrics, culture, and process to support long-term growth. Learn more about The Brecham Group here. Follow us on LinkedIn and YouTube. Support the show

David Greek, Managing Partner at Greek Real Estate Partners, joins The New Warehouse to unpack industrial real estate trends. Greek Real Estate Partners is a third-generation, New Jersey–based firm managing more than 22 million square feet across the region. Their latest project, the 4-million-square-foot Linden Logistics Center, offers a firsthand look at how construction challenges, economic cycles, public sentiment, and logistics demand all collide. In this episode, David walks through the evolution of this site and how market forces have changed since 2017. He shares why industrial development now sits at the center of economic and community conversations. His insights offer a grounded look at where warehouse real estate is heading—and why operators should pay attention. Learn more about The Brecham Group here. Follow us on LinkedIn and YouTube. Support the show

In this episode of The New Warehouse Podcast, Kevin chats with Kayvon Nazarian, CEO and Founder of ZonPrep. Together, they explore how Amazon FBA Prep Services are evolving, and why sellers need specialized partners. Nazarian began as a seller, giving him a firsthand view of Amazon’s rapid operational shifts. ZonPrep now supports brands with kitting, bundling, labeling, and inbound consolidation tailored to Amazon’s strict requirements. As Amazon phases out internal prep options, sellers must rethink how they manage compliance, routing, and speed. This conversation shows how ZonPrep’s high-velocity model helps brands adapt and why infrastructure built for fast processing is becoming essential for modern growth. Learn more about Brecham Group here. Learn more about Endpoint and give Gary a break here. Follow us on LinkedIn and YouTube. Support the show

Kevin chats with John McClymont, Founder of Operational Innovations, about how shifting consumer expectations and delivery realities are reshaping warehouse fulfillment strategy today. John brings deep experience across e-commerce, DTC, and final-mile logistics, giving listeners a practical look at where warehouse operations need to evolve and why. He explains how fulfillment success increasingly depends on reliability, density, carrier mix, and the experience customers have from checkout to doorstep. Throughout the conversation, John breaks down how inconsistent carriers, messy data, and rising expectations influence every operational decision. His insights help operators rethink the role their warehouses play in brand experience and customer retention, especially as fast delivery is expected rather than exceptional. Learn more about Brecham Group here. Learn more about Endpoint and give Gary a break here. Follow us on LinkedIn and YouTube. Support the show

Kevin chats with attorneys Faith Miros and Mark Wendaur of Offit Kurman to break down the legal realities shaping warehouse and logistics operations today. Offit Kurman is a national full-service law firm with more than 300 attorneys advising business owners across the full lifecycle of their organizations. In the warehouse sector, Faith focuses on real estate, zoning, environmental compliance, and industrial leasing. Meanwhile, Mark concentrates on transactional work, contracts, financing, and governance. Together, they unpack how operators can protect themselves from legal risks in warehousing. Their insights reveal how legal strategy increasingly influences location decisions, customer relationships, and the long-term stability of warehousing operations. Learn more about Brecham Group here. Learn more about Endpoint and give Gary a break here. Follow us on LinkedIn and YouTube. Support the show

Is your warehouse SOP doing what you need it to? Kevin chats with Tim Regnier, CEO and Founder of Smart Access, about how warehouses can revive their SOPs. Oftentimes, standard operating procedures get written, approved, stored, and then forgotten or remain misunderstood. In this episode, Tim explains how Smart Access turns warehouse SOP into a living system. The platform guides training, boosts accuracy, and improves productivity. It uses AI-driven observations, automated skill-building, and the new Ops Navigator intelligence layer. The conversation shows how operations can finally align leadership expectations with real work on the floor. Learn more about Brecham Group here. Learn more about Endpoint and give Gary a break here. Follow us on LinkedIn and YouTube. Support the show

When it comes to warehouse talent recruitment, few understand the shifting dynamics better than Charlie Saffro, CEO and Founder of CS Recruiting. In this episode of The New Warehouse Podcast, Kevin chats with Charlie about warehouse hiring trends, logistics recruiting, and how culture-driven leadership shapes retention. With 15 years of experience matching supply chain talent to employers across North America, Charlie shares her perspective on the changing labor landscape. Her insights reveal that the future of supply chain talent acquisition depends as much on human connection as it does on technology. Learn more about The Brecham Group here. Learn more about Endpoint and give Gary a break here. Follow us on LinkedIn and YouTube. Support the show

In this episode of The New Warehouse Podcast, Kevin chats with Paul Lukehart, Managing Principal of PL Programs, a consultancy specializing in warehouse startup project management and operational improvement. Paul draws from his background in the military, as well as his experience at Target, Amazon, and XPO Logistics. He shares how his hands-on experience shaped his approach to warehouse improvement—especially when launching new facilities, integrating technology, or navigating complex site moves. From startup lessons to leadership insights, Paul offers a grounded perspective on what it takes to make warehouse operations run more efficiently. Learn more about The Brecham Group here. Learn more about Endpoint and give Gary a break here. Follow us on LinkedIn and YouTube. Support the show