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Christmas in September: The Cost of Inefficient Operations
When the Holidays Crash the Party Every fall, shoppers walk into stores expecting to see school supplies or Halloween displays. Instead, they’re greeted by aisles
WES vs. WMS in Picking Optimization
In the ever increasingly fast-paced world of warehouse operations, order picking stands out as the most labor-intensive and costly activity, accounting for up to 55% of total operating
What a Road Trip Taught Me About Warehouse Planning
Last week, I drove from Raleigh down to Charlotte for a meeting with MHI. It was about a two-and-a-half-hour trip, and I gave myself a
From Kickoff to Touchdown: Orchestrating Warehouse Success
Every football fan knows that great talent without great coaching doesn’t win. You can have a star quarterback, a quick receiver, and a strong offensive
Don’t Let Your Automation Get Stuck in the Weeds
Last week, I spotted an automated lawnmower stranded in the middle of our office lawn: motionless, confused, and clearly off-script. It was a funny sight,
What the Tour de France Teaches Us About Supply Chain Strategy
Stage 21 of the 2025 Tour de France had everything: rain, cobbles, Montmartre, and a gutsy solo win by Wout van Aert. But behind that
From Rule Followers to Decision Makers: How the Maturity of Software Mirrors Our Own
In our youth, we humans are simply incapable of rational decisions. The part of our brain that truly anticipates consequences, the prefrontal cortex, matures for
What the DMV Taught Me About Peak Planning
If you’ve had to get your drivers license renewed recently, you’ve probably had a similar experience to me. I recently spent nearly four hours at
The Most Common Automation Pitfall
In the race to modernize warehouses and distribution centers, automation often takes center stage. Companies invest heavily in robotics with the goal of boosting throughput,
What Airports Can Teach Us About Warehouse and Manufacturing Flow
At 5:12 AM, the first plane lands. Within minutes, people, bags, and ground crews are in motion. Flights are arriving, coffee shops are opening, and
We’re Leaving Too Early for the Airport (and What It Means for Your Operation)
We have all done it. Left the house way too early just to catch a flight, just to spend over an hour at the gate.
Enhancing Multi-Tenant 3PLs with WES
Multi-tenant 3PL (Third-Party Logistics) providers face unique challenges. Managing multiple clients with diverse needs requires a high level of efficiency and flexibility. This is where LogistiVIEW’s
Built to Flex: How LogistiVIEW Balances Speed and Specialization
In warehouse operations, no two facilities are exactly the same. But that doesn’t mean software should require a ground-up build every time. At LogistiVIEW, we
The Future Belongs to the Flexible: A New Era of Warehouse Strategy
If the past few years have taught supply chain leaders anything, it’s this: predictability is a luxury. Disruptions come from every direction: economic shifts, labor
WES Took Center Stage at ProMat 2025—And the Industry Is Taking Notice
If there was one clear takeaway from ProMat 2025, it’s this: Warehouse Execution Systems (WES) and optimization platforms aren’t just gaining traction—they’re becoming the heart
Key Considerations for a Successful Automation Investment
Inspired by the KPI Solutions seminar at ProMat 2025 Embarking on an automation project is a significant undertaking that requires careful planning and strategic alignment
Our Partner, BlueSkye Automation, Grand Opening – Innovation Center!
Attending the grand opening of the BlueSkye Automation Innovation Center was an awesome experience that showcased the future of warehouse automation and material handling. This
Warehouse Optimization is a Game of Chess. Here’s How LogistiVIEW Makes the Right Move.
When a chess grandmaster makes a move, the action seems simple. Yet that move is the result of extensive analysis. The grandmaster evaluates many possible
The Case For Using 2 Labor Management Models
Many companies today want to use cutting edge AI and Machine Learning models (like neural networks and random forests) to improve how they plan work in their facilities. These
Tetris: It’s A Lot Like Managing a Warehouse
If you’ve ever played Tetris, you know the pressure of trying to fit each piece perfectly, clearing lines, and keeping up with the ever-increasing speed.
Consolidating Automation Management
In a warehouse filled with robots, conveyors, and other automation, managing all your systems can be tough. But LogistiVIEW changes that by bringing everything together
A3 Business Forum 2025
The A3 Business Forum, hosted by the Association for Advancing Automation, has wrapped up in Orlando, FL. Mark Boedecker and Palmer Jones represented LogistiVIEW and
Square Peg, Round Hole: Enhancing a 3PL’s Automated Picking System with a Manual VAS Process (Success Story)
How do you succeed when the constraints surrounding a project are so rigid that navigating them feels like fitting a proverbial square peg in a
Elevating Warehousing Operations: The Power of Warehouse Execution Systems (WES) Over Warehouse Management Systems (WMS)
In the rapidly evolving landscape of warehousing, the choice between a Warehouse Execution System (WES) and a traditional Warehouse Management System (WMS) can significantly impact
The Evolution of Warehouse Execution Systems: Why Today’s WES Outshines Past Automation Vendor Offerings
In the ever-evolving landscape of warehousing technology, the Warehouse Execution System (WES) has undergone a transformative journey. Today’s cutting-edge WES solutions stand apart from their
Transforming Warehousing: The AI Revolution in Theory of Constraints
In the ever-evolving landscape of logistics, warehouses are at the forefront of change. As organizations seek to streamline operations and enhance efficiency, the marriage of
Mark Boedecker
- Head of Customer Success and Service Delivery
- Optimization Fanatic
- AI/ML Practitioner
- Process Builder
Seth Patin
- CEO & Founder
- Warehouse Execution Visionary
- AI-Automated Orchestration Fanatic