The Automation Insider

Get ahead of the curve with The Automation Insider! In this episode, host Joe McGrath sits down with Jesse Lockwood, Product Development Engineer at Hy-Tek Intralogistics, to explore the top trends shaping warehouse automation, robotics, and supply chain innovation in 2025.

Discover the emerging technologies and strategies that will redefine efficiency, scalability, and competitiveness in the year ahead. Whether you're considering the latest advancements in autonomous mobile robots (AMRs), predictive analytics, or AI-driven warehouse execution systems, this episode is packed with actionable insights and expert analysis.

What You'll Learn:

✔️ Key warehouse automation trends for 2025

✔️ Innovations driving supply chain transformation

✔️ Practical strategies for future-proofing operations

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🎙️ The Automation Insider Podcast
🔍 Episode Title: Navigating Automation: When & Where to Deploy AMRs and AGVs in Your Operations

In this episode of The Automation Insider, Joe McGrath, Solutions Design Lead at Hy-Tek Intralogistics, dives deep into the critical decision-making process of implementing Autonomous Mobile Robots (AMRs) and Automated Guided Vehicles (AGVs) in your operations. Joined by special guest Anthony Magazu from K.Hartwall, they explore:

✅ Key differences between AMRs and AGVs
✅ Factors to consider when selecting the right solution for your facility
✅ Real-world examples of automation success stories
✅ Best practices for seamless integration

📈 Whether you're considering your first robotic deployment or optimizing an existing system, this episode is packed with expert insights to help you make informed decisions.

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🔧 How to Evaluate Robotics Integration: Best Practices for Automation Success

Welcome to The Automation Insider, the podcast by Hy-Tek Intralogistics that delivers expert insights into warehouse automation and robotics solutions.

In this episode, host Joe McGrath from Hy-Tek Intralogistics chats with Danielle Vigent, an automation expert from Formic, about the best practices for integrating robotics into your operations.

🌟 What You'll Learn:

1️⃣ How to identify when and where robotics can provide the most value in your facility.

2️⃣ Key factors to consider when planning a robotics integration strategy.

3️⃣ Proven success stories of automation in warehouses and logistics operations.

🚀 Whether you're just starting your automation journey or looking to refine your robotics strategy, this episode is packed with actionable tips for optimizing your facility's performance.

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In this episode, Joe McGrath from Hy-Tek Intralogistics sits down with Clayton Everhart from Exotec to explore two key order fulfillment strategies: batch picking and discrete picking.

Curious about which picking strategy will boost your warehouse efficiency? Joe and Clayton break down the pros and cons of each method, discussing:

-Key differences between batch and discrete picking

-Which strategy works best for different industries and order volumes

-How automation solutions like Exotec’s systems integrate with these strategies

If you're in the world of logistics, e-commerce, or warehousing, this episode is packed with actionable insights from industry experts.

Don't miss this deep dive into optimizing your warehouse picking processes!

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In this premier episode of Automation Insider, host Joe McGrath sits down with Brett Schurman, a seasoned recruiter and owner of Schurman Executive Recruiting, to explore the evolving landscape of workforce development in the era of automation and robotics.

As industries adopt cutting-edge technologies, the demand for skilled professionals who can design, implement, and maintain these systems has skyrocketed. But how do you find and recruit talent in a field that's constantly shifting? Joe and Brett dive into how automation is shifting sourcing talent and transforming the supply chain workforce.

Whether you're a recruiter, employer, or job seeker, this episode offers valuable insights on staying ahead in the age of robotics.

Hy-Tek Intralogistics and host, Joe McGrath, dive deep into the evolving landscape of warehouse automation technology. From the latest robotics and AI trends to cutting edge software and equipment that streamlines operations, they explore the innovations, topics and trends that are transforming how warehouses operate.

Whether you are an industry professional, passionate about distribution, or just want to know more about the future of logistics and automation, "The Automation Insider" offers expert opinion, engaging conversation and real-world examples of automation technology in action.