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EP 601: Warehouse Automation Readiness with SLAM

2025/6/23
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Kyle Smith: 我认为今年的ProMat 2025展会气氛非常积极，这与往年有所不同。客户们普遍对行业发展抱有乐观态度，这对我来说也是一次非常棒的展会体验。我与客户交流时，他们都对未来的发展充满信心。 Ryan Boyd: 我也同意Kyle的看法。今年的客户似乎都带着明确的目标而来，他们对所需要的解决方案有更清晰的认识。与往年相比，开放式的问题减少了，更多的是直接询问我们是否提供XYZ解决方案。这表明客户在参展前已经做足了功课，对自身的需求有了更深入的了解。

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This chapter explores the importance of assessing warehouse readiness before implementing automation. It emphasizes the need for strong internal processes and clear visibility, focusing on building a roadmap and ensuring data-driven scalability.
  • Successful automation starts with strong internal processes and clear visibility.
  • Building an automation roadmap with manageable steps is crucial.
  • Prioritize optimizing existing processes before automating.

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Welcome to this episode of The New Warehouse Podcast, where Kevin chats with Kyle Smith of enVista) and Ryan Boyd, Executive Material Handling Professional. Both guests represent the SLAM Industry Group) from MHI), delving into the evolving role of Scan, Label, Apply, and Manifest (SLAM) processes in warehouse automation. 

This insightful conversation, recorded live at ProMat 2025, explores not just the technologies driving change but the deeper strategic mindset required to implement them effectively.

As companies rush to automate, Kyle and Ryan caution that “you’ve got to walk before you run” and emphasize that successful automation readiness starts with strong internal processes and clear visibility. From building a roadmap to ensuring data-driven scalability, the discussion focuses on how to get your house in order before chasing cutting-edge tech. Let’s explore the highlights.

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