Podcast: Maximising Warehouse Efficiency
15th May 2025
In the latest episode of Logistics Business Conversations titled ‘Maximising Warehouse Efficiency’, host Peter MacLeod sits down with Brian Kirst, Chief Commercial Officer at SnapFulfil, to explore the surprising findings of a new survey focused on warehouse automation and efficiency. While headlines continue to emphasize labor shortages and high operational costs, this data tells a different story — and it’s one that every warehouse and supply chain professional needs to hear.
The core takeaway? Labor isn’t the biggest barrier anymore. Instead, integration challenges have emerged as the top issue preventing warehouses from operating at full efficiency. From clunky legacy systems to siloed platforms that don’t communicate, the real drag on productivity lies in fragmented digital ecosystems — and many companies are finally waking up to this reality.
In this wide-ranging conversation, Brian and Peter unpack:
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Why system integration is now seen as the #1 bottleneck in warehouse performance
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How mid-sized operators are leading the charge toward automation
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The most in-demand WMS features according to industry professionals
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What the shift in mindset means for warehouse tech providers
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How SnapFulfil is helping companies overcome integration hurdles and adopt smarter, more scalable systems
They also explore how customer expectations, digital maturity, and the pace of automation have evolved dramatically in just a few short years — and what that means for the future of the industry. With actionable insights and data-backed trends, this episode is a must-listen for logistics leaders, warehouse managers, and tech vendors alike.
If you’re looking to improve operational performance, evaluate your WMS, or better understand what’s driving change in today’s warehouse landscape, this conversation offers both clarity and direction.