Preparing for Your Next Warehouse Peak Season
In this episode, Mary Hart interviews Austin Feagins, Senior Director of Customer Solutions at Staci Americas, about how to prepare for a peak season in the warehousing industry. They discuss Austin's role in the company, the challenges faced during peak season, the impact of automation and technology on warehouse operations, and emerging trends in warehouse automation. The key takeaways from the conversation include the importance of planning ahead for peak season, the use of automation tools to improve efficiency and productivity, and the need to stay updated on emerging technologies in the industry.
Chapters
00:00 Introduction and Role in the Company
03:34 Challenges Faced During Peak Season
06:20 Strategies to Prepare for Peak Season
07:34 Planning Ahead for Peak Season
09:20 Technologies and Automation Tools for Increased Demand
10:50 Impact of Automation on Warehouse Operations
13:30 Morale and Productivity Among Staff
17:41 Success Stories and Lessons Learned
20:11 Integrating Automation and Preparation for Peak Season
22:17 Emerging Trends in Warehouse Automation
24:20 Advice for Integrating Automation and Preparation for Peak Season
25:39 Key Takeaway: Plan Ahead for Peak Season