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What does supply chain safety look like in the evolving warehouse environment of 2026? In this episode, we explore how safety is shifting from incident prevention to human-centered design. This episode highlights how recent technology can work together with human expertise to create safer, more sustainable operations.

As global tensions pose systemic risks, supply chain leaders are scenario planning, ensuring they balance preparedness without creating fear or overinvestment. In this episode, we take a look at how scenario planning can help with geopolitical flashpoints and how solutions like local sourcing can benefit.

Join Steve Reige and guest Brian Reh, CEO of Gorbel, an MHI member company, for an inspirational conversation that spans entering the family business, building a strong leadership team, and motivating people to reach their full potential.

In this episode, look back at 2025 with industry leaders, reflecting on a year defined by both challenge and innovation, highlighting how resilience and agility have become crucial in today’s supply chain strategy. The discussion examines how planning, decision-making, and emerging technologies, such as AI and robotics, are transforming operations and enhancing adaptability for the year ahead.

As the industry prepares for 2026, MHI sits down with supply chain professionals and leaders to uncover the most crucial tips for success. This episode delivers practical insights and forward-thinking advice for companies ready to take on the challenges and opportunities of the new year.

As we move into 2026, the supply chain continues to evolve amid shifting global dynamics. This episode explores emerging trends expected to shape the industry's future. Join us as MHI experts break down trends in AI, strategies for maintaining resiliency and how to combat challenges in the new year.

Dive into the real-world applications of AI-powered safety systems: how they work, why data is their lifeblood, and why now is the most critical time for supply chains to act. Learn how AI is enabling companies to detect risks before they become accidents, enhance workforce safety, and set new industry standards through data-driven decision-making.

Join Steve Reige and guest, John Krummell, CEO of Advance Storage Products, for an inspiring conversation about leadership, vision, and the realities of running a family business.

Join Steve Reige and guest, Kevin O’Neill, Chief Executive Officer of Steele Solutions, as they discuss themes of patience, coaching, and putting people first when it comes to roles in leadership.

Forklift safety is entering a new era where human skill meets cutting-edge technology. In this episode, we explore how data sensor fusion is transforming safety considerations within the four walls. Uncover how organizations can make a smooth, safe transition from hands-on driving to high-tech automation.

Explore the future of warehouse management, where real-time data, robotics, machine learning, and autonomous AI agents work together to redefine the way warehouses operate, creating smarter, faster, and more adaptive supply chains.

Explore how tariffs are reshaping the global supply chain landscape. From rising operational costs to sourcing disruptions and heightened trade uncertainty, tariffs are forcing businesses to rethink their strategies, including automation, supplier diversification, and localized production. Supply chains can not only weather these challenges but also emerge more agile and resilient.

Join Steve Reige as he discusses leadership journeys, approaches, and challenges with the Chief Supply Chain Officer for Barnes & Noble, Annette Danek-Akey.

As data spearheads supply chain performance and productivity, how do we keep the human in the workplace? In this episode, we explore how to spark real employee engagement and motivation in a world ruled by metrics and how automation can boost employee satisfaction.

The future of alternative energy solutions is here, and it’s fully automated. Discover how supply chain leaders are reducing carbon footprints and energy costs by collaborating and leveraging data-driven insights, as well as utilizing cutting-edge automation and technologies that will impact the industry in the years to come.