Does Logistics Matter?

Answering YES to the question today are René Schrama, Chief Commercial Officer at Peak Technologies, and Phil Sambrook, EMEA Transport and Logistics Vertical Lead at Zebra Technologies.

In this episode, we talk about:

* The Role of AI and Automation in the warehouse

* The Changing Workforce and “Age-Friendly” Automation

* And the Need for Process Evolution

Please enjoy my conversation with René Schrama and Phil Sambrook

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This episode was powered by Peak Technology. Peak Technology is the industry’s largest provider of end-to-end solutions that modernise the factory, optimise the warehouse, revolutionise the retail experience and reimagine field services and last-mile delivery. For more information, visit peaktech.com

Thank you for listening to Does Logistics Matter. For more on trends and innovation in supply chain and logistics, visit our blog at www.logisticsmatter.com

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This podcast was produced by Dimitry Vleugel

The music is based on a sample by Ragaman and produced by Michael Spengler

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Answering YES to the question today are Abe Eshkenazi, CEO of the Association for Supply Chain Management, and Bart de Muynck, Industry Expert and Conference Chair at ChainGE

In this episode, we talk about:

* The talent gap in supply chain

* The need for a shift in mindset and culture to adapt to a tech-driven world

* And the importance of sharing both data and knowledge across supply chains

Please enjoy my conversation with Abe Eshkenazi and Bart De Muynck

This episode was powered by ChainGE. CHAINge represents the strength of interconnectedness within global supply chains and symbolizes a commitment to driving forward-thinking solutions that push boundaries. For more information, visit chainge.event. That’s C H A I N G E.event

Thank you for listening to Does Logistics Matter. For more on trends and innovation in supply chain and logistics, visit our blog at www.logisticsmatter.com

If you want to be a guest on this podcast, please send an email to [email protected]

This podcast was produced by Dimitry Vleugel

The music is based on a sample by Ragaman and produced by Michael Spengler

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Answering YES to the question today is Stephane Tomczak, Founder of DELIVER.

In this episode, we talk about:

* Why sustainability is essential

* What innovations and strategies are impacting sustainability in retail and logistics

* And how retailers, solution providers and logistics companies can work together to bring down their carbon footprint

Please enjoy my conversation with Stephane Tomczak.

This podcast was powered by DELIVER. DELIVER organises the premier matchmaking events for retail, commerce and supply chain leaders in Europe, America, Asia and launching in the Middle East in 2026. For more information, visit deliver.events

Thank you for listening to Does Logistics Matter. For more on trends and innovation in supply chain and logistics, visit our blog at logisticsmatter.com

If you want to be a guest on this podcast, please send an email to [email protected]

This podcast was produced by Dimitry Vleugel

The music is based on a sample by Ragaman and produced by Michael Spengler

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Answering YES to the question today are Herbert ten Have, Serial Tech Entrepreneur in AI, Robotics, and Computer Vision, and Peter Skov, Founder and CEO of Innoscale.

In this episode, we talk about:

* The evolution of warehouse automation

* The challenges of brownfield versus greenfield implementations

* The role of AI and robotics

* And the importance of data and ROI

Please enjoy my conversation with Herbert ten Have and Peter Skov

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This podcast is also powered by Innoscale. Innoscale is a European ecosystem fully catered for Robotics, Automation, Computer vision, and AI technologies for the supply chain industry, entering the European market. They can guide you from the first pitch to your first reference site and help develop your strategic roadmap for the first 2-5 years in Europe. For more information, visit innoscale.eu

Thank you for listening to Does Logistics Matter. For more on trends and innovation in supply chain and logistics, visit our blog at www.logisticsmatter.com

If you want to be a guest on this podcast, please send an email to [email protected]

This podcast was produced by Dimitry Vleugel

The music is based on a sample by Ragaman and produced by Michael Spengler

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Answering YES to the question today is Martijn Smeets. Co-Founder of CargoClub.

In this episode, we talk about:

* Challenges in customer loyalty in freight forwarding

* What we can learn from airline loyalty programs

* How sustainability can be used as a strategic loyalty driver

Please enjoy my conversation with Martijn Smeets

This podcast was powered by CargoClub. CargoClub is the leading platform for brand loyalty in logistics, empowering the sustainable journey. For more information, visit cargoclub.co.

Thank you for listening to Does Logistics Matter. For more on trends and innovation in supply chain and logistics, visit our blog at www.logisticsmatter.com

If you want to be a guest on this podcast, please send an email to [email protected]

This podcast was produced by Dimitry Vleugel

The music is based on a sample by Ragaman and produced by Michael Spengler

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Answering YES to the question today are Judy Gordon, Head of Partnerships for AI-enabled inventory monitoring at GatherAI and Simon Fleming, Director of Pre-Sales and Innovation at Peak Technologies.

In this episode, we talk about:

* How AI is revolutionising the warehouse

* How it enhances jobs and doesn’t replace them

* How technology can boost inventory accuracy

* And about how real-time predictive decision making will improve supply chain efficiency

Please enjoy my conversation with Judy Gordon and Simon Fleming

This episode was powered by Peak Technology. Peak Technology is the industry’s largest provider of end-to-end solutions that modernise the factory, optimise the warehouse, revolutionise the retail experience and reimagine field services and last-mile delivery. For more information, visit peaktech.com

This episode was also powered by GatherAI. GatherAI uses advanced computer vision to provide ultimate inventory intelligence and total inventory confidence for your team. For more information, visit gather.ai

Thank you for listening to Does Logistics Matter. For more on trends and innovation in supply chain and logistics, visit our blog at www.logisticsmatter.com

If you want to be a guest on this podcast, please send an email to [email protected]

This podcast was produced by Dimitry Vleugel

The music is based on a sample by Ragaman and produced by Michael Spengler

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Answering YES to the question today are Bart de Muynck, Industry Expert and Conference Chair at ChainGE and Jan de Kimpe, Supply Chain Professor at Leuven University and Consultant at Logisol Pro.

In this episode, we talk about:

* The talent shortage and the evolution of the workforce

* Automation in warehousing

* Sustainability

* And the future of supply chains

Thank you for listening to Does Logistics Matter. For more on trends and innovation in supply chain and logistics, visit our blog at www.logisticsmatter.com

If you want to be a guest on this podcast, please send an email to [email protected]

This podcast was produced by Dimitry Vleugel

The music is based on a sample by Ragaman and produced by Michael Spengler

This episode was powered by ChainGE. CHAINge represents the strength of interconnectedness within global supply chains and symbolises a commitment to driving forward-thinking solutions that push boundaries. This new event ensures that the supply chain community is prepared, through world-class education, to lead through uncertainty and thrive in complexity. Visit the CHAINge Europe Conference in Brussels on June 17 and 18. For more information, visit chainge.event.

Answering YES to the question today is Archie Garcia, CEO of Fluent Cargo

In this episode, we talk about:

* The challenges of supply chain data

* The role of data standardisation

* And the role that AI and machine learning play in solving those challenges

Please enjoy my conversation with Archie Garcia.

Thank you for listening to Does Logistics Matter. For more on trends and innovation in supply chain and logistics, visit our blog at www.logisticsmatter.com

If you want to be a guest on this podcast, please send an email to [email protected]

This podcast was produced by Dimitry Vleugel

The music is based on a sample by Ragaman and produced by Michael Spengler

This episode was Fluent Cargo. Fluent Cargo is an independent, mission-driven organisation providing its clients instant access to the information they need to plan their shipments better. They love schedules, port features, carrier information, port congestion, indicative shipment pricing, emissions monitoring, and other factors influencing shipment planning, be it on plane, ship, truck or train. For more information, visit fluentcargo.com

Answering YES to the question today is Anne Reinke, President & CEO of the Transportation Intermediaries Association

In this episode, we talk about:

* The increase in fraud and cargo theft

* The need for collaboration across organisations, businesses and the government

* And how technology and training play a crucial role in countering criminal activity.

Please enjoy my conversation with Anne Reinke.

Thank you for listening to Does Logistics Matter. For more on trends and innovation in supply chain and logistics, visit our blog at www.logisticsmatter.com

If you want to be a guest on this podcast, please send an email to [email protected]

This podcast was produced by Dimitry Vleugel

The music is based on a sample by Ragaman and produced by Michael Spengler

This episode was powered by the Transportation Intermediairies Association. The TIA is the professional organisation of the $214 billion third-party logistics industry. It exclusively represents transportation intermediaries of all disciplines in domestic and international commerce. It is the voice of transportation intermediaries to shippers, carriers, government officials and international organisations. For more information, visit tianet.org

Answering YES to the question today are Robert Zehetner, VP Logistics Automation, and Cesar Lapuerta, Sales Director at KEBA

In this episode, we talk about

Last-mile delivery challenges for retailers, e-tailers and delivery companies

Solutions for making last-mile delivery more efficient

And the role parcel lockers play in this

Please enjoy my conversation with Robert and Cesar.

Thank you for listening to Does Logistics Matter. For more on trends and innovation in supply chain and logistics, visit our blog at www.logisticsmatter.com

If you want to be a guest on this podcast, please send an email to [email protected]

This podcast was produced by Dimitry Vleugel

The music is based on a sample by Ragaman and produced by Michael Spengler

This episode was powered by KEBA. KEBA produces pioneering automation solutions for a wide range of industries. For the logistics industry, they have logistics automation solutions for the last mile, like the Loxmate parcel locker. For more information, visit keba.com/logistics.