Old warehouse systems slow down operations, increase costs, and block business growth.

Imagine you’re running a business. Orders are delayed. Inventory is messy. Costs are sneaking up. You feel held back by your warehouse. That’s what Carl Ferreira‑Calvet saw in many companies before they fixed the problem.

In this episode, Carl, founder of ZIC Solutions, walks us through how outdated warehouses hurt business and how using modern tools like Oracle Cloud WMS, data, automation, and smarter layouts can free up time and money — letting your business grow faster.

He tells stories from real businesses, shows risks of sticking with old processes, and lays out clear steps to modernize: choosing systems, upgrading workflows, integrating automation, and building a digital foundation.

Key topics covered

• How to spot outdated warehouse workflows and bottlenecks
• The role of cloud Warehouse Management Systems (WMS) like Oracle in boosting efficiency Oracle
• Using lean principles, process mapping, and storage layout to cut waste ZIC
• How to plan for automation and integrate Material Handling Equipment (MHE) Oracle+1
• Measuring success: KPIs, dashboards, reporting, quality control ZIC

About the guest

Carl Ferreira‑Calvet, Founder & Principal Consultant, ZIC Solutions – based in Montreal, bilingual (French & English). With a background in Big 4 consulting (Deloitte, PwC) and deep experience in Oracle Cloud applications, Carl helps businesses modernize their warehouse operations. ZIC

• Website: https://www.zic‑solutions.com / ZIC
• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/cferreiracalvet/

Sponsors & Resources

Thank you to the people and organizations who make this podcast possible:

Supporting people & partners

• Carl Richards from Podcast Solutions Made – help with podcasting craft
• Fred Crouch the Property Wizard – real estate knowledge & mentoring
• Jovan Strika from @Hive – coworking space & networking

Sponsors (best fits for this audience)

• @Hive – real‑world business networking, great for operations folks, solopreneurs, teams. Check them out: https://tinyurl.com/4dmcxah8
   
• Notionhive – strong websites that convert; if growth means online presence, Notionhive helps. https://tinyurl.com/35hrnu4a
   
• Property Wizard Podcast – useful if you’re expanding physical operations or real estate in your business. https://tinyurl.com/3psh5bdk

How to connect & learn more

• Watch the full episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/qI-pnKgewLI
• Have comments, stories, or questions? Email us at [email protected]
• Want more resources or to explore further? Visit our site: https://knack4business.com/

If you’ve ever been frustrated by slow warehouses or outdated systems, I’d love to hear your story. Comment below, tag someone who’s facing these problems, or reach out to Carl or us. Let’s modernize together. 💡

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