Moving the World

Prologis

Get a front-row seat to the big ideas—and bold moves—reshaping how the world moves. Moving the World dives into the future of logistics, from smarter supply chains and cleaner energy to the tech transforming trade.  Join Prologis experts and industry insiders as we connect the dots across real estate, innovation and global commerce.  New episodes drop monthly. 

  1. 1d ago

    Reading the Signals: What Supply Chain Leaders See Changing in 2027

    What makes a supply chain stand out when companies are facing disruption, rising power needs and growing customer expectations for faster delivery? In this episode of Moving the World, recorded at GROUNDBREAKERS 2026—Prologis’ annual thought leadership forum in New York City—Prologis host Melinda McLaughlin talks with John Gerzema, CEO of The Harris Poll, about findings from the 2027 Global Supply Chain Outlook.  They discuss why supply chains are shifting from a focus on competitiveness to creativity, how reliable power and AI are changing business decisions, and why delivery has become part of the customer experience. They also explore the growing gap between leaders’ optimism about AI and employees’ concerns, and how companies can build trust by keeping their promises.  In this episode:  00:00 — Why workers are more skeptical of AI than business leaders  03:41 — How leaders can make AI’s benefits clear to employees  06:15 — How power and disruption are reshaping supply chains  08:01 — Why supply chains need creativity as well as efficiency  09:27 — How delivery speed shapes customer loyalty  11:06 — Why customers may value speed over price  12:31 — The shift from cost center to competitive advantage  14:30 — Why agility is becoming more important than cost  17:05 — How supply chains influence trust and corporate reputation  19:53 — Why leaders should see supply chains as a source of innovation  Read the 2027 Supply Chain Outlook here. Today’s experts:  Melinda McLaughlin is global head of research at Prologis, where she leads research on logistics real estate, supply chains and the forces shaping customer needs. She works with business leaders and industry experts to connect market data with the decisions companies face.  John Gerzema is CEO of The Harris Poll, a global public opinion and market research firm. He leads research that helps organizations understand changing public sentiment and respond to people’s needs. The Harris Poll has been conducting research for seven decades.  Disclaimer: The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the guests and do not necessarily reflect the official policy or position of Prologis.

    Reading the Signals: What Supply Chain Leaders See Changing in 2027

  2. Oct 29

    The New Supply Chain Map: How Geopolitics is Rewiring Global Trade

    What happens when the trade routes, energy sources and political relationships that supply chains rely on become uncertain? In this live episode of Moving the World, recorded at Groundbreakers 2026—Prologis’ annual thought leadership forum in New York City—Prologis host Chris Caton talks with geopolitical strategist John Sitilides about the forces reshaping global commerce.  They explore why Sitilides sees the world entering “globalization 2.0,” how U.S.-China competition affects trade and technology, and what companies should consider as they reassess sourcing and supply chain risks. The conversation also looks at energy security, the rising power needs of AI and data centers, and the challenge of preparing for a world where change may be the new constant.  In this episode:   00:00 — The shift to “globalization 2.0”  05:31 — Why U.S.-China relations matter to supply chains  11:43 — Which industries need to reduce reliance on China?  13:36 — Nearshoring and ally-shoring: where supply chains could shift  17:33 — Energy security and the vulnerabilities behind global supply  21:53 — What leaders need to consider as the global order changes  23:58 — Public concerns, data centers and the case for change  26:17 — Why Sitilides remains confident in the United States  28:11 — Leadership, public priorities and great-power competition  Today's experts:  Chris Caton is managing director of global strategy and analytics at Prologis, where he is responsible for the research, advanced analytics and valuations capabilities for the company. Prior to joining Prologis in 2012, Chris served as vice president in Morgan Stanley's research department and as vice president in Morgan Stanley's private real estate department. Chris holds an MBA from the Wharton School at the University of Pennsylvania, a Master of Arts in Economics from Boston University and a Bachelor of Science in Mathematics from the University of Puget Sound.  John Sitilides is a Washington, D.C.-based geopolitical strategist and principal of Trilogy Advisors, where he advises on geopolitical risk, U.S. government relations and international affairs. He is also a senior fellow in the National Security Program at the Foreign Policy Research Institute. Earlier in his career, he served for 17 years as the State Department’s Southern Europe Regional Coordinator at the Foreign Service Institute and led the Western Policy Center, focused on U.S., NATO and EU interests in Southeastern Europe and the Middle East. A frequent media commentator and congressional witness, Sitilides holds a master’s degree in international and public affairs from Columbia University.  Disclaimer: The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the guests and do not necessarily reflect the official policy or position of Prologis.

    The New Supply Chain Map: How Geopolitics is Rewiring Global Trade

  3. Sep 17

    The Warehouse Starts at the Gate

    For decades, warehouse innovation has focused on what happens inside the four walls. Robotics move inventory. Automated systems pick, sort and increasingly unload freight. But a warehouse operation doesn't really begin at the dock door. It begins the moment a truck enters the property. In this episode of Moving the World, Darin Brannan, CEO of Terminal Industries, and Mike Plasencia, VP of Product at Prologis, explore the next frontier of warehouse automation: the yard. They discuss how computer vision, AI, automation and security are connecting what's happening outside the building with increasingly sophisticated operations inside it. From identifying arriving trucks and orchestrating yard traffic to automated unloading and real-time risk detection, the conversation looks at what happens when the gate, yard, dock and warehouse begin operating as one connected system. Chapters 00:45 – Meet Darin Brannan 02:32 – Why the modern warehouse starts at the gate 05:33 – Inside the yard: Clipboards, radios and sticky notes 08:34 – The ripple effect of a yard delay 12:20 – Why yard technology lagged—and how AI changes that 17:34 – From minutes to seconds: The payoff of automation 20:00 – The TSA pre-check of the warehouse yard 22:16 – Rethinking cargo security and yard safety 27:18 – Connecting security, operations and shared data 31:35 – What it takes to digitize a yard Today’s Experts Darin Brannan, CEO, Terminal Industries Darin is a technology entrepreneur and executive with more than 25 years of experience building and scaling companies across transportation, healthcare, construction and retail. Over his career, he has founded three companies that grew from startup to significant scale, led two IPOs, raised more than $1.25 billion in venture and debt financing, and held roles spanning founder, CEO, venture investor and board member. His work has focused on transforming industries reliant on outdated technologies and workflows through software, data and automation. Today, as CEO of Terminal Industries, Darin is applying that experience to logistics, using AI and intelligent technology to modernize yard operations and connect the physical and digital sides of the supply chain. Mike Plasencia, VP of Product, Prologis EssentialsMike is a supply chain and technology leader with deep experience spanning logistics operations, product strategy, data analytics and venture investing. Before joining Prologis, Mike spent more than 15 years at Ryder, where he helped develop and bring new products to market and led operations for RyderVentures, the company’s corporate venture capital fund focused on technologies transforming transportation and supply chains. His career has also included operational leadership, advanced analytics and industrial engineering, giving him a unique perspective on how emerging technologies translate from promising ideas into real-world logistics operations. At Prologis, Mike leads product for Prologis Essentials, helping shape solutions that make warehouse operations more connected, automated and efficient. Disclaimer: The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the guests and do not necessarily reflect the official policy or position of Prologis.

    The Warehouse Starts at the Gate

  4. Aug 13

    Where Startup Speed Meets Corporate Scale with Toyota Ventures

    Legacy companies are built for scale. Startups are built for speed. Corporate venture capital sits at the intersection of both. In this episode of Moving the World, Will O’Donnell of Prologis Ventures sits down with Jim Adler, founder and general partner of Toyota Ventures, to talk what makes corporate venture capital different from traditional venture capital, how venture teams balance financial discipline with strategic value, and why the strongest startup-corporate partnerships are grounded in trust and real business problems. The conversation also explores where innovation is moving across the physical world, from logistics and mobility to energy, automation and AI, and what it takes for established companies to turn outside ideas into practical progress. Because the next decade of innovation will not be shaped by technology alone. It will depend on whether large companies can identify the right signals, connect them to real business problems and help startups tap into scale without being encumbered by it. In this episode: 00:00 – Intro 01:05 –Meet Jim & Toyota Ventures 02:20 – Corporate Venture vs. Traditional Venture Capital  04:30 – The Financial vs. Strategic Investor Continuum  07:00 – Marrying Startup Speed with Corporate Scale 13:05 – Physical AI, Robotics and Real-World Adoption  19:00 – Mobility Beyond Cars: Toyota in Space  23:00 – Company Culture, Friction of Innovation and Change Management  32:07 – How Startups Best Work with Big Companies  36:02 – Venture Teams as a Telescope into the Future  Today’s experts: Will O’Donnell is managing director, global head of corporate development and growth at Prologis, as well as the founder of Prologis Ventures. With more than 20 years of experience in real estate and technology, Will helps identify and invest in technologies shaping the future of supply chain logistics, real estate and the built environment. Jim Adler is founder and general partner of Toyota Ventures, where he sets the firm’s strategic direction and leads investment activities. He also serves as an executive advisor at Toyota Research Institute. Jim brings experience as an investor, operator, entrepreneur and engineer, with previous roles at Toyota Research Institute, Metanautix, Intelius, VoteHere and Lockheed Martin. Disclaimer: The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the guests and do not necessarily reflect the official policy or position of Prologis.

    Where Startup Speed Meets Corporate Scale with Toyota Ventures

  5. Jun 25

    From Agentic Commerce to Supply Chain: Albertsons’ AI Playbook

    Retail is one of the most complex decision environments in the world. Millions of transactions. More than a million active SKUs. Shifting customer expectations. Tight margins. Fresh products that have to move quickly. And supply chains where small disruptions can show up on the shelf. AI is becoming part of how retailers manage that complexity.  In this episode of Moving the World, Sineesh Keshav of Prologis talks with Albertsons’ Anuj Dhanda about how one of the nation’s largest food and drug retailers is using artificial intelligence to improve retail operations, customer experience and supply chain performance. In this episode:  00:40 – Intro 01:35 – AI Hype Versus Enterprise Value 06:03 – Agentic Commerce and Customer Experience 09:45 – Merchandising and Better Business Decisions at Scale 13:00 – AI, Labor and Employee Adoption 17:00 – Designing AI Tools for Adoption 19:27 – Making Data AI-Ready 23:20 – Source to Table: AI in the Supply Chain 27:57 – The Future of Retail Operations Today’s experts: Sineesh Keshav, Chief Technology Officer, Prologis Sineesh leads global technology strategy across Prologis, focused on digital transformation, AI, and the integration of intelligent systems into logistics infrastructure. His work sits at the intersection of physical operations and advanced technology, shaping how supply chains evolve in an AI-driven world. Anuj Dhanda, EVP, Chief Technology & Transformation Officer, Albertsons Anuj leads Albertsons’ enterprise-wide technology and transformation strategy, including its AI roadmap. He is responsible for advancing the company’s “4 Big Bets” in AI, focused on reinventing customer experience, merchandising, labor, and supply chain operations. Disclaimer: The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the guests and do not necessarily reflect the official policy or position of Prologis.

    From Agentic Commerce to Supply Chain: Albertsons’ AI Playbook

  6. May 28

    The Real Story on Data Centers feat. Data Center Coalition CEO Josh Levi

    We use data centers every day. They have been around for decades. But most people couldn’t tell you what is inside of them or what they actually do.  Lately, they’ve become one of the most debated pieces of infrastructure in the world.  In this episode, Chris Curtis of Prologis and Josh Levi of the Data Center Coalition break down the important role data centers play in our world.   With decades of experience between them, the two talk about how data centers are built, why there are misconceptions around their use of resources and the significant economic impact they can have on local communities.   What’s hype? What does smart growth look like as we all rely on the services supported by AI?  Because data centers are central to our modern economy, it’s time to better understand them.  In this episode:  00:38 - Intro: Meet Josh Levi  01:57 - Data centers in space and the future of digital infrastructure  02:48 - What data centers are and why demand is growing  07:59 - How data centers support daily life, business and AI  14:04 - Energy demand, grid investment and power costs  22:04 - Community concerns, misinformation and the need for facts  26:30 - Local impact: Jobs, tax revenue and community opportunity  32:04 - The next decade of data center growth  33:40 - Why the industry needs to tell its story better  34:41 - Closing thoughts  Today’s experts:  Chris Curtis serves as global head of data centers at Prologis. In addition, Chris serves on the Data Center Coalition Board and the Urban Land Institute (ULI) Data Center Product Council. A seasoned data center expert, Chris brings more than 5 gigawatts of data center development experience across the U.S., Canada and Europe. Before Prologis, Chris co-founded Compass Datacenters, where he led all development projects from 2011 to 2023. Prior to that, he spent a decade developing high-security, build-to-suit projects for U.S. Federal Government agencies.    Josh Levi is president and CEO of the Data Center Coalition (DCC), the membership association for the U.S. data center industry focused on empowering and championing the data center community through public policy advocacy, education, thought leadership and community engagement. Before DCC, Josh was vice president for policy at the Northern Virginia Technology Council (NVTC), a nationally recognized regional trade association, where he spent nearly 20 years supporting Northern Virginia’s vibrant technology community.   Additional Resources:   Understanding the Drivers of Rising Electricity Rates and the Role of Data Centers, May 2026, Energy + Environmental Economics Economic Contributions of Data Centers in the United States, 2023-2024, May 2026, PwC Disclaimer: The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the guests and do not necessarily reflect the official policy or position of Prologis.

    The Real Story on Data Centers feat. Data Center Coalition CEO Josh Levi

  7. Apr 21

    The Dealmaker’s Playbook: CBRE’s Darla Longo on the Future of Logistics Real Estate, AI & Leadership

    How is the logistics real estate market shaping up in 2026 — and how is CBRE creatively using AI in its business?  In this episode of Moving the World, Prologis’ Chris Burns sits down with CBRE Managing Director Darla Longo, one of the most experienced dealmakers in logistics real estate. With more than four decades in the business and over $91.5 billion in closed transactions, Darla shares where she’s seeing real momentum, how AI is changing decision-making on the ground, and what leaders often get wrong as technology reshapes the industry.  The conversation goes beyond market forecasts to explore how Darla has built and led teams across cycles — and why culture, judgment and relationships still matter just as much as data in an increasingly digital, global business.  In this episode:   00:00 - Intro  00:59 - Early Days in Logistics Real Estate and Market Growth  05:09 - Transition from Leasing to Capital Markets  07:40 - 2026 Logistics Real Estate Market Outlook and Demand Trends  10:30 - Global Logistics Momentum and Emerging Markets  12:08 - U.S. Logistics Capital Markets and Investment Trends  20:02 - Role of AI in Logistics Real Estate  22:10 - Human Element and Future of AI in Business  26:25 - Nurturing Corporate Culture in a Digital Age  29:44 - Leadership, Mentorship and Building High-Performance Teams  Today’s experts:  Chris Burns is head of deployment for North America at Prologis. He oversees deployment forecasting, portfolio strategy, multi-market acquisitions and dispositions, and manages the company’s investment services group and Investment Analyst Program. Prior to joining Prologis, Burns spent more than two decades at Duke Realty, where he served as executive vice president of real estate operations and helped expand the company’s West Coast portfolio to nearly 30 million square feet.  Darla Longo is vice chairman and managing director with CBRE’s West Coast Institutional Group and one of the most accomplished industrial real estate brokers in the country. Over a 47-plus-year career, she has been involved in more than $91.5 billion in real estate transactions, including investment sales totaling more than 1.5 billion square feet. Longo is the first woman elected to CBRE’s board of directors and has ranked among the firm’s top producers for more than four decades. In 2021, CBRE named the Darla Longo Award in her honor, recognizing the next generation of outstanding producers.

    The Dealmaker’s Playbook: CBRE’s Darla Longo on the Future of Logistics Real Estate, AI & Leadership

  8. Mar 10

    Maximizing Throughput, Automation & Warehouse Performance

    At the center of every warehouse operation is one metric: throughput. How much product can move through a building — accurately, efficiently and profitably — in a given period of time?  In this episode of Moving the World, Prologis’ Marv Cunningham sits down with Ninaad Acharya, CEO of Fulfillment IQ, to talk about the biggest challenges facing fulfillment centers and what it takes to scale AI logistics solutions that deliver real results for brands, retailers and 3PLs.  What’s hype and what can be deployed at scale? What must be true before an operator greenlights an AI rollout? And why is scaling from one successful building to a full network still so difficult?  The conversation dives into data readiness, operational discipline, workforce realities and the hidden barriers that stall innovation. It’s a candid, operator-level discussion about what it really takes to deploy AI at scale to increase throughput, maximize space and optimize operational efficiency.   In this episode:  Why scaling AI across a network is exponentially harder than proving ROI in one facility The prerequisites to AI success: clean data, strong governance and usable systems The human side of automation: trust, change management and workforce adoption Why most warehouses still have very little automation—and what that means for opportunity How digital twins and simulation can reduce risk before investing real dollars Today’s experts:  Marv Cunningham is the global head of Operating Essentials and Workforce Solutions at Prologis, overseeing the company’s workforce and community programs, as well as its Essentials platform, which delivers solutions for some of the most critical challenges fulfillment centers face today. Marv brings more than 15 years of experience in supply chain and logistics, including senior leadership roles at GXO Logistics, Saks Off 5th & Hudson Bay, Rent the Runway, Target and Amazon.  Ninaad Acharya is the co-founder and chief executive officer of Fulfillment IQ, an ecommerce fulfillment product studio that supports brands, retailers and 3PLs with bespoke solutions. He also hosts the eCom Logistics Podcast, where he brings together industry leaders to share insights on the future of supply chain and logistics. With over 16 years of experience in the supply chain and logistics industry, including serving as supply chain product executive at FedEx Supply Chain, Ninaad has a proven track record of delivering innovative and impactful solutions that enhance customer satisfaction and operational efficiency.

    Maximizing Throughput, Automation & Warehouse Performance
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Get a front-row seat to the big ideas—and bold moves—reshaping how the world moves. Moving the World dives into the future of logistics, from smarter supply chains and cleaner energy to the tech transforming trade.  Join Prologis experts and industry insiders as we connect the dots across real estate, innovation and global commerce.  New episodes drop monthly. 

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