In this episode of Warehouse Automation Matters, host Mary Hart spoke with Kevin Hume, co-founder of ThruPut Partners, about the evolving landscape of supply chain design and the importance of agility in warehouse operations. They discussed the limitations of traditional supply chain methods, the application of agile methodologies, and the significance of technology integration. Hume shared a case study of a successful agile transition and offered insights on preparing for market shifts, balancing automation with workforce needs, and the future trends in supply chain agility, including the role of AI.00:00 Introduction to ThruPut Partners02:11 Challenges in Traditional Supply Chain Design04:44 Applying Agile Methodologies to Warehouse Operations09:00 Case Study: Successful Agile Transition12:26 Preparing for Market Shifts13:54 Balancing Stability and Adaptability in Automation15:38 Overcoming Challenges in Agile Supply Chain Strategies18:02 Future Trends in Supply Chain Agility19:42 Advice for Warehouse Leaders21:02 Leveraging AI in Supply Chain Design

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