Ep. 107 - Future of Robotics with Michael Chen

Ep. 107 - Future of Robotics with Michael Chen

In this episode, Michael Chen, CEO and co-founder of Yondu AI, shares his journey from building robots as a kid to leading a general-purpose robotics company. We explore the future of physical AI, its impact on industries like logistics and restaurants, and the importance of responsible automation. Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Supply Chain and Robotics 01:09 Michael Chen's Journey: From Immigrant Roots to Robotics 07:14 The Evolution of Robotics and AI in Warehousing 11:10 Understanding Physical AI and Its Applications 14:15 The Impact of Robotics on Employment 17:19 Legislative Responsibilities in the Age of Robotics 19:16 Navigating Business Challenges in Robotics 21:43 Targeting the Right Customers in Logistics 24:22 Economics of Integrating Robotics in Warehouses 26:29 Design Choices in Robotics: Function vs. Form 28:56 Words of Wisdom for Aspiring Innovators Surgere [https://surgere.com/] is the official sponsor of The Supply Chaney [https://www.linkedin.com/company/supply-chaney/] Podcast for 2026. Surgere’s singular focus is building AI-powered, frictionless supply chains that result in real time, end-to-end visibility with 99.9% accuracy for partners and customers.

Ep. 106 - Leading AutoStore Integration with Krish Nathan

In this episode, Krish Nathan, CEO of Element Logic Americas, shares his journey from engineering to industrial automation and supply chain solutions. He discusses the evolution of warehouse technology, the role of integrators, and insights for supply chain professionals. Chapters 00:00 Introduction to the Supply Chaney Podcast 00:57 Krish Nathan's Background and Journey 03:08 Early Influences and Education 07:38 Transitioning from Engineering to Sales 11:35 The Role of Project Management in Sales 18:27 Joining Element Logic and Industry Evolution 28:46 Understanding the Role of Integrators 32:39 The Impact of E-commerce on Supply Chain 35:42 Final Thoughts on Technology and Visibility Surgere [https://surgere.com/] is the official sponsor of The Supply Chaney [https://www.linkedin.com/company/supply-chaney/] Podcast for 2026. Surgere’s singular focus is building AI-powered, frictionless supply chains that result in real time, end-to-end visibility with 99.9% accuracy for partners and customers.

Ep. 105 - Future of Autonomous Vehicles with Colin Singh Dhillon

In this episode, Colin Singh Dhillon shares his journey from the UK to Canada, his insights on design, innovation, AI, and the future of education and autonomous vehicles. Discover how his diverse experiences shape his vision for a better, more sustainable world. Chapters 00:00 Introduction to the Human Element of Supply Chain 00:59 Colin's Journey: From the UK to Canada 05:25 Growing Up in Tipton: Early Influences 09:08 Education and the Path to Industrial Design 14:47 Career Journey: From Medical Design to Automotive 19:03 The Role of Mentorship in Career Development 21:06 Giving Back: Community Service and Mentorship 24:59 Writing and Sharing Personal Stories 26:51 Current Projects: Physical AI and Humanoid Robots 30:00 Sustainability in Transportation: Retrofitting Trucks 31:46 The Future of AI: Emotional Intelligence in Technology 36:36 Education Reform: Preparing the Next Generation Surgere [https://surgere.com/] is the official sponsor of The Supply Chaney [https://www.linkedin.com/company/supply-chaney/] Podcast for 2026. Surgere’s singular focus is building AI-powered, frictionless supply chains that result in real time, end-to-end visibility with 99.9% accuracy for partners and customers.

Ep. 104 - The Power of Entrepreneurial Resilience with Alon Partuk

In this episode, Alon Partuk shares his entrepreneurial journey from military service to founding Octup, a cutting-edge AI-driven 3PL management platform. Discover how his experiences, failures, and innovations are transforming the logistics industry. Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Alon and Octup 02:45 Alon's Early Life and Entrepreneurial Spirit 05:35 Military Service and Its Impact on Alon's Career 08:56 The Journey of Building Businesses 11:44 Challenges and Lessons from Early Ventures 14:47 Founding Octup and Identifying Market Needs 17:34 Innovations in 3PL Operations with AI 20:40 Client Success Stories and Impact of Octup 23:43 Key Learnings and Future Directions for Octup 26:43 Conclusion and Final Thoughts Surgere [https://surgere.com/] is the official sponsor of The Supply Chaney [https://www.linkedin.com/company/supply-chaney/] Podcast for 2026. Surgere’s singular focus is building AI-powered, frictionless supply chains that result in real time, end-to-end visibility with 99.9% accuracy for partners and customers.

Ep. 103 - Supply Chain Software with Greg Braun

In this episode, Greg Braun, co-founder and CRO of C3 Solutions, shares his 26-year journey in the supply chain industry, focusing on yard management and dock scheduling innovations. Discover how his early experiences, technical expertise, and entrepreneurial spirit have shaped solutions that improve visibility, efficiency, and collaboration in logistics. Chapters 00:00 Introduction to the Supply Chain Podcast 01:56 Greg Braun's Background and Early Life 05:46 Career Beginnings in Logistics 12:02 Transitioning from Software to Trucking 18:01 Founding C3 Solutions and Its Evolution 19:58 Transitioning from Safety Net to Independence 22:22 Evolution of C3's Solutions 28:57 The Critical Role of Dock and Yard Management 31:11 Defining Supply Chain Visibility 35:18 Insights from Customer Surveys 40:33 Final Thoughts and Future Directions Surgere [https://surgere.com/] is the official sponsor of The Supply Chaney [https://www.linkedin.com/company/supply-chaney/] Podcast for 2026. Surgere’s singular focus is building AI-powered, frictionless supply chains that result in real time, end-to-end visibility with 99.9% accuracy for partners and customers.