How to Navigate the Journey Toward Automated Warehouses
Warehouse automation is a journey, not a destination, say many robotics users and suppliers. Apparel brand Ariat International reimagined its operations to maximize capacity, relieve worker strain, and improve throughput, with help from Körber Supply Chain and Geek+.
In this keynote session, the expert panelists will share lessons learned about the following:
- Identifying where and how to bring in automation
- Working with partners in an evolving technology ecosystem
- Understanding the growing roles of software, data, and artificial intelligence
- Overcoming constraints and continuing optimization with robotics as a service
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Panelists
John Santagate,
Vice president of robotics, Körber Supply Chain Software
He drives the strategy for autonomous mobile robots (AMRs). warehouse robotics, and the robotics partner network.
Prior to his role at Körber, Santagate acted as consultant to industry-leading organizations to transform their supply chains with Tata Consultancy Services in the Supply Chain Center of Excellence. He was also a leading robotics and supply chain industry analyst at IDC for five years, where he focused on market trends, forecasts, and thought leadership for supply chain robotics and business process evolution.
In addition to his role at Körber, Santagate is an adjunct instructor at the University of Massachusetts-Lowell, where he teaches a course on supply chain and logistics.
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Vice president of distribution, Ariat International
Matthew is a seasoned Supply Chain professional with over 15 years of expertise spanning strategic, tactical, and functional operations. With a robust track record in optimizing fulfillment networks, enhancing cost efficiency, and driving end-to-end value streams, Matthew has a unique fusion of finance acumen and supply chain experience. His leadership has enabled businesses to scale operations, enhance customer experiences, and achieve remarkable improvements in team performance.
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Vice President of Channels & Partnerships at Geekplus America
Randy has 30+ years of combined industry experience in Logistics Software and Automation and has held various business development and solution engineering leadership roles for some of the largest material handling companies in North America.
Moderator
Eugene Demaitre
Eugene is editorial director
of Robotics 24/7.
