MHI Cast

<span style="font-weight: 400">What does Agentic AI actually look like in warehousing today? In this episode of MHI Cast, industry leaders John Paxton, Bharath Krishnamurthy, and Lee Rector explore how AI is already driving real results, from smarter slotting and drone inventory checks to real-time reporting, data auditing, and faster operational decisions. They also discuss why humans remain essential, how leaders should get started, and what the future of AI-powered operations may look like.</span>

<span style="font-weight: 400">Leadership has evolved over the past several years as organizations navigated disruption, rapid technological change, and shifting workforce expectations. From leading through uncertainty and embracing new technologies to developing future talent and building stronger teams, two industry leaders share the lessons they’ve learned along the way.</span>

<span style="font-weight: 400">As a new generation graduates from frontline supply chain roles and continue to rise through management, how do leaders adapt their culture, communication, and career pathways? Listen to industry leaders come together for a candid conversation about how newer generations are shaping leadership, communication, and career development in supply chain and material handling.</span>

<span style="font-weight: 400">Expectations for fast delivery are rising, but so is the pressure to operate sustainably. Explore how organizations are balancing speed, efficiency, and environmental responsibility. From right-sized packaging and automation to electric delivery vehicles, local sourcing, and micro-fulfillment, this episode highlights practical strategies that reduce emissions without sacrificing performance.</span>

<span style="font-weight: 400">Every year, the demands on warehousing and distribution teams continue to grow while the resources remain limited. On this podcast, Greg Kelly and Glen Guernsey from JR Automation’s Warehousing team overview the advanced manufacturing technologies, such as robotics, combined with AI and other digital transformations, that must be in your material handling playbook moving forward.</span>

<span style="font-weight: 400">Join Steve Riege and guest Brian Neuwirth, CEO of UNEX, to explore what it takes to lead and grow a multi-generational family business. As a third-generation owner, Brian shares lessons from navigating leadership transitions, to bridging the gap between seasoned leaders and emerging talent, and inspiring the next generation to get involved in the business and the industry. </span>

<span style="font-weight: 400">What does supply chain safety look like in the evolving warehouse environment of 2026? In this episode, we explore how safety is shifting from incident prevention to human-centered design. This episode highlights how recent technology can work together with human expertise to create safer, more sustainable operations.</span>

<span style="font-weight: 400">As global tensions pose systemic risks, supply chain leaders are scenario planning, ensuring they balance preparedness without creating fear or overinvestment. In this episode, we take a look at how scenario planning can help with geopolitical flashpoints and how solutions like local sourcing can benefit.</span>

<span style="font-weight: 400">Join Steve Reige and guest Brian Reh, CEO of Gorbel, an MHI member company, for an inspirational conversation that spans entering the family business, building a strong leadership team, and motivating people to reach their full potential.</span>

<span style="font-weight: 400">In this episode, look back at 2025 with industry leaders, reflecting on a year defined by both challenge and innovation, highlighting how resilience and agility have become crucial in today’s supply chain strategy. The discussion examines how planning, decision-making, and emerging technologies, such as AI and robotics, are transforming operations and enhancing adaptability for the year ahead. </span>

As the industry prepares for 2026, MHI sits down with supply chain professionals and leaders to uncover the most crucial tips for success. This episode delivers practical insights and forward-thinking advice for companies ready to take on the challenges and opportunities of the new year.

As we move into 2026, the supply chain continues to evolve amid shifting global dynamics. This episode explores emerging trends expected to shape the industry's future. Join us as MHI experts break down trends in AI, strategies for maintaining resiliency and how to combat challenges in the new year.

<span style="font-weight: 400">Dive into the real-world applications of AI-powered safety systems: how they work, why data is their lifeblood, and why now is the most critical time for supply chains to act. Learn how AI is enabling companies to detect risks before they become accidents, enhance workforce safety, and set new industry standards through data-driven decision-making.</span>

<span style="font-weight: 400">Join Steve Reige and guest, John Krummell, CEO of Advance Storage Products, for an inspiring conversation about leadership, vision, and the realities of running a family business.</span>

<span style="font-weight: 400">Join Steve Reige and guest, Kevin O’Neill, Chief Executive Officer of Steele Solutions, as they discuss themes of patience, coaching, and putting people first when it comes to roles in leadership.</span>

<span style="font-weight: 400">Forklift safety is entering a new era where human skill meets cutting-edge technology. In this episode, we explore how data sensor fusion is transforming safety considerations within the four walls. Uncover how organizations can make a smooth, safe transition from hands-on driving to high-tech automation.</span>

<span style="font-weight: 400">Explore the future of warehouse management, where real-time data, robotics, machine learning, and autonomous AI agents work together to redefine the way warehouses operate, creating smarter, faster, and more adaptive supply chains.</span>

<span style="font-weight: 400">Explore how tariffs are reshaping the global supply chain landscape. From rising operational costs to sourcing disruptions and heightened trade uncertainty, tariffs are forcing businesses to rethink their strategies, including automation, supplier diversification, and localized production. Supply chains can not only weather these challenges but also emerge more agile and resilient.</span>

<span style="font-weight: 400">Join Steve Reige as he discusses leadership journeys, approaches, and challenges with the Chief Supply Chain Officer for Barnes & Noble, Annette Danek-Akey. </span>

As data spearheads supply chain performance and productivity, how do we keep the human in the workplace? In this episode, we explore how to spark real employee engagement and motivation in a world ruled by metrics and how automation can boost employee satisfaction.

<span style="font-weight: 400">The future of alternative energy solutions is here, and it’s fully automated. Discover how supply chain leaders are reducing carbon footprints and energy costs by collaborating and leveraging data-driven insights, as well as utilizing cutting-edge automation and technologies that will impact the industry in the years to come.</span>

<span style="font-weight: 400">Ransomware attacks, phishing scams, and third-party vendor breaches emphasize the need for advanced cybersecurity strategies and stronger collaboration between IT and supply chain teams. Learn how organizations are strengthening their cybersecurity efforts to be ready when hackers come knocking. </span>

<span style="font-weight: 400">The always-on, lights-out distribution center has been a conversation point in the supply chain space for years. Many industry professionals look to that ideal as inspiration while building automation into their processes and designing for end-to-end connectivity. Now that we are seeing more use cases for agentic AI, are we meaningfully closer to a DC that can truly operate without any human intervention?</span> <span style="font-weight: 400">Discussing this idea are Warren Owen, VP of Solution Consultants at Netstock; Karl Sanchack, COO of Carnegie Foundry; and Thomas Zoehrer, CEO and Co-Founder of SSy.AI.</span>

<span style="font-weight: 400">The future of AI-driven robotics is near. From humanoid robots to advanced AMRs and other innovative tech, supply chain professionals must find the balance between human and machine collaboration to boost efficiency in the supply chain arena.</span>

<span style="font-weight: 400">Unpack the key insights and trends from the 2025 MHI Annual Industry Report, “The Digital Supply Chain Ecosystem: Orchestrating End-to-End Solutions.” Discover how supply chain leaders are doubling down on innovation, addressing workforce challenges, and implementing technology to build a resilient supply chain future.</span>

Explore how supply chain professionals can future-proof their warehouses’ design and construction by embracing innovations and structural knowledge to build resilient, scalable, and efficient facilities—ensuring long-term success in an ever-changing industry.

<span style="font-weight: 400">From hurricanes to wildfires, natural disasters are becoming more frequent—and the supply chain industry must stay one step ahead. In this episode, we uncover the latest strategies and innovations that help companies brace for impact, build resilience, and keep goods moving no matter the challenge.</span>

Explore how companies can prioritize open dialogue to achieve work-life balance and wellness within high-tech environments. By keeping the human element central to productivity and innovation, organizations can create supportive workplaces that thrive alongside technological advancements like AI and automation.

<span style="font-weight: 400">A look at how supply chain professionals adapt during disruption, leveraging automation and emerging trends while balancing technology and people in building resilience. </span>

<span style="font-weight: 400">A deep dive into the economic risks and opportunities that will define supply chains in 2025, from shifting global trade dynamics to inflation trends, interest rate cuts, and strategies for resilience and efficiency.</span>

<span style="font-weight: 400">In a world where cyber risks lurk at every turn, fortify your supply chain and prevent security breaches before they bring your operations to a halt</span>

<span style="font-weight: 400">Ensuring your business is prepared for the critical PFAS reporting rule to stay compliant and ahead of environmental regulations.</span>

<span style="font-weight: 400">Explore how AI revolutionizes warehouse operations, from smarter packing and picking to predicting maintenance needs, driving efficiency and innovation.</span>

Join WERC leaders Arch Thomason and Will Sparks as they delve into the unique value of WERC membership for warehousing and distribution center professionals including the new team membership offerings and the added value they offer including the new Distribution Logistics Education Program.

In this podcast, you will learn how to gather, measure and establish cleaner ESG and GHG emission data across the value chain with sustainability experts Mike Troupos, Vincent Hoen, and Dave Graff. Learn what steps companies need to take, what technologies to utilize, and what risks must be managed when standardizing your data for the coming reporting requirements.

<span style="font-weight: 400">Explore the strategic adoption of AI in the supply chain with insights from industry experts Jagan Reddy and William Wappler. Learn about the importance of addressing key business problems, ensuring data quality, and fostering user adoption to harness AI's full potential.</span>

<span style="font-weight: 400">Discover how leading organizations are navigating the complexities of AI to drive innovation, enhance efficiency, and create a safer, more collaborative working environment.</span>

<span style="font-weight: 400">Explore how Scope 3 emissions, encompassing indirect activities in a company's value chain, are pivotal in driving effective corporate sustainability strategies. Join Makenzie Palladino, Jana Petrikova, and Kai Beckhaus as they delve into the complexities and importance of managing these often-overlooked emissions.</span>