Implementing New Technology in Fulfillment Operations with David Teeple at Sedlak Supply Chain Consultants

On this episode, host Harry Drajpuch is joined by David Teeple, Director of Client Services at Sedlak Supply Chain Consultants, a comprehensive supply chain and distribution logistics advisory firm that has been in business since 1958.

David sees robotics and automation as being widely misunderstood in the industry. While they are useful tools, he says you still have to think through the process to leverage automation properly, so that it is flexible and scalable as your operation evolves. 

Robots and automation are becoming more prevalent in fulfillment operations, and David sees more redundant and repetitive jobs, like loading and unloading trucks, being taken over by automation tools. 

It’s important that leaders in fulfillment operations teach associates that automation is nothing to fear. Those tools are there to make everyone’s jobs easier and more interesting.  

As AI tools become more common, many HR departments are leaning into the coolness factor of working with robotics to attract and retain talent. 

Resources mentioned:

David Teeple - https://www.linkedin.com/in/davidteeple/

Sedlak Supply Chain Consultants - https://www.linkedin.com/in/davidteeple/

Sedlak - https://www.jasedlak.com/

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