Warehouse Automation and Continuous Improvement with Chris Dozier of Ryder Industrial Insights

Chris Ryder solves problems in storage space, inventory control, and order picking, and throughput. Working with Industrial Engineers, Process Engineers, Lean Leaders, and Warehousing/Distribution Managers, he analyzes data and process flows to specify & recommend automation alternatives to meet business objectives.


Highlights
Making the supply more local - 3:26 Everything is customer-specific - 5:31 The total number of projects he is working on - 8:35 Improving the workflow and the processes for the people - 10:25 The cost to relocate equipment - 18:11 Where the industry is going - 22:30 Order profiles and product profiles - 29:59 Profiles and automations - 31:06 The never-ending automation - 35:09 Increasing productivity - 35:57 Developing processes around a building - 37:16 Something that you need to be aware of - 39:45 A warehouse control system - 40:22 What would help you succeed - 44:09 Looking at your business expenses - 48:40 Reset your entire warehouse - 51:46 Getting automation started - 55:53


Episode Resources Connect with Justin Smith https://smithcre.com/ https://www.lee-associates.com/ JBSmith@LeeIrvine.com https://www.linkedin.com/in/justinbsmith Connect with Chris Dozier https://www.linkedin.com/in/chrisdozier1/