Our guest today, David Waroquier, CEO of SHIPSTA, looks to change that. The company operates a technology platform that allows the open trading of shipping procurement, whether for ‘spot’ (one-off) rates, or for longer contracts.
From his commercial background in venture capital, David joined one of his clients as the company’s CEO: he liked the company so much, he asked to run it!

In this episode of the Tech Means Business podcast, Joe Green talks to David about saving costs, moving on from Excel and email as business platforms, and how cost savings can do as much for companies as a huge boost in sales.

You can learn more about SHIPSTA and its work here:
https://shipsta.com

David Waroquier is on LinkedIn:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/david-waroquier-a60990/

And Joe Green’s LinkedIn profile is embargoed here:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/josephedwardgreen/

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This podcast is produced in conjunction with Dematic.

Welcome back to part two of this podcast series, in which we’re talking all things automation for supply chain, logistics, warehousing and distribution distribution companies.

In a double-bill of podcasts, the Tech Means Business podcast talks to a company specializing in automating digital and physical systems in this sector. Dematic provides the type of 360-degree examination and refinement of systems that can make the difference between capitalizing on potential growth and struggling to compete with more efficient companies.

The Nordic team at Dematic knows their market inside out and brings their experience and ability to bear on the specific challenges faced by supply chain companies in the region and further afield. Whether robotizing the warehouse floor or re-assessing digital systems that underpin operations, the Dematic experts can craft bespoke solutions for large and small companies. The difference between their approach and others vying for the attention of operations managers is a business focus – where strategy, methodology, and opportunity are all considered before any suggestion for improvement is made.

Our guests are Anders Poulson and Finn Biller from Dematic, who are the Nordic Sales Manager and Brand Ambassador for the company, respectively.

And don’t forget to comb your podcast feed for the first part of this conversation if you missed it.

Find out more from Dematic here:
https://www.dematic.com/

Anders Poulson is on LinkedIn:
https://dk.linkedin.com/in/anderspoulsendk1

Finn Biller’s here:
https://dk.linkedin.com/in/finn-biller-4716597

And your host, Joe Green, is here:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/josephedwardgreen/

The post Meeting challenges in logistics: automation and systems, part two appeared first on TechWire Asia.

This podcast is produced in conjunction with Dematic.
Pressures on the supply chain and logistics have been growing strongly since the advent of online shopping. Today everyone expects the type of customer experience provided by the tech giants: on tap, and it is (or should be) on its way. But operational issues like limited real estate and a squeeze on employment have made finding efficiencies and cost savings a do-or-die exercise for many in distribution, warehousing, wholesale, and logistics.

In a double-bill of podcasts, the Tech Means Business podcast talks to a company specializing in automating digital and physical systems in this sector. Dematic provides the type of 360-degree examination and refinement of systems that can make the difference between capitalizing on potential growth and struggling to compete with more efficient companies.

The Nordic team at Dematic knows their market inside out and brings their experience and ability to bear on the specific challenges faced by supply chain companies in the region and further afield. Whether robotizing the warehouse floor or re-assessing digital systems that underpin operations, the Dematic experts can craft bespoke solutions for large and small companies. The difference between their approach and others vying for the attention of operations managers is a business focus – where strategy, methodology, and opportunity are all considered before any suggestion for improvement is made.

Our guests are Anders Poulson and Finn Biller from Dematic, who are the Nordic Sales Manager and Brand Ambassador for the company, respectively.

And don’t forget to watch your podcast feed for the second part of this conversation, which develops the themes we begin to explore here.

Find out more from Dematic here:
https://www.dematic.com/

Anders Poulson is on LinkedIn:
https://dk.linkedin.com/in/anderspoulsendk1

Finn Biller’s here:
https://dk.linkedin.com/in/finn-biller-4716597

And your host, Joe Green, is here:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/josephedwardgreen/

The post Meeting challenges in logistics: automation and systems, part one appeared first on TechWire Asia.

When supply chain and distribution companies decide to digitise and robotise their systems to any degree, it’s wise for them to partner with a company that knows its stuff. In this second part of a two-parter with Dematic UK, the Tech Means Business podcast looks at the best ways and places to approach modernisation & automation projects.

Back-end automation might be a wise first step for some; for others, it will be a trial, followed by a roll-out of warehouse robots that reduce picking times by 40% (and mistakes by 99%).

Every company’s needs will be different depending on aims, budget, and available resources. But Dematic – a long-time player in this space – will have “been there, done that” before. Who better to turn to for advice and practical implementation of automated systems designed specifically for this competitive sector?

If you’ve not yet listened to episode one, check back here, or continue your listening journey with Dematic UK and the Tech Means Business podcast, hosted by Tech HQ’s very own Joe Green.

Learn more about what Dematic does and what it can do for your company here: https://www.dematic.com/en-gb/

Guest Gunter van Deun can be found here:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/gunter-van-deun-1b70234/

His colleague, Ian “software” Abbott, is here:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/ian-abbott-4841aa17/

The host of the podcast, Joe Green, is here:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/josephedwardgreen/

The post Automating the UK’s supply chain – part two appeared first on TechWire Asia.

Rising costs are making margins tighter in all manner of supply chain companies, especially in distribution and warehousing. Huge demand for services has also driven prices down, and companies are trying to out-compete one another in a market where alternative services are a mouse click (or screen tap) away. It’s here that automation technologies can help companies offer better CX to clients at lower price points.

But what do we mean by automation? The term can cover solutions that affect all types of business processes, from the warehouse floor to the financial back office and every point in between. Robotised systems can move goods inwards and outwards more efficiently, make better use of warehouse space and help companies build upwards rather than outwards. Alternatively, automating data flows between software point products (like payroll and time management software platforms, for instance) can also save costs by reducing repetitive, expensive processes.

Today’s guests on this episode of the Tech Means Business podcasts are experts in this particular space. Dematic operates globally but helps companies find solutions to their automation problems that are always pertinent to the locale. The UK distribution and warehousing sectors have very specific challenges that take an expert partner to help solve, and Dematic has relevant personnel, systems and technology.

We’re joined in this, the first of a two-parter, by Ian Abbott and Gunter van Deun, both long-term industry veterans. They bring deep knowledge of robotised and automated hardware & software to companies. Whether you’re looking for a wholesale modernisation programme or just a few “quick wins” to shave precious percentage points off operational costs, Dematic should be your first port of call.

You can learn more about the Dematic consultative and action methods here:
https://www.dematic.com/en-gb/

Ian Abbott is on LinkedIn here:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/ian-abbott-4841aa17/

Find Gunter van Deun here:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/gunter-van-deun-1b70234/

And in Aisle J, Bin G, your host Joe Green:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/josephedwardgreen/

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