Why AI & Robots Won't Replace Warehouse Workers

How do you move 25,000 sq ft of robotics in 5 weeks? In this episode, Leo Alves breaks down the realities of warehouse automation, AI agents, and why human-in-the-loop logistics matter.

Whether you're scaling an e-commerce brand, evaluating warehouse management systems (WMS), or navigating supply chain growth, this conversation covers what it actually takes to build a smart warehouse.

Key Timestamps:

[00:00] — Relocating 25,000 Sq Ft of Robotics

[01:00] — WMS vs. WES: The Brain Behind Smart Warehousing

[06:58] — Building a Career in Logistics Tech

[12:01] — Do Robots Replace People or Empower Them?

[15:09] — Measuring ROI on Warehouse Automation

[26:42] — The 5-Week Emergency Relocation

[35:54] — The Future of E-Commerce Shipping & Robotics

ABOUT KNOW YOUR SHIP

Know Your Ship features conversations with the builders, founders, and leaders behind growing companies. Presented by eHub, a platform for e-commerce shipping and logistics.

Optimize your shipping logistics: https://www.ehub.com

Connect with Leo:

https://www.linkedin.com/in/leonardo-a-221a29a6/