In this episode of the Supply Chaney podcast, Nathan Chaney interviews Sankalp Arora, CEO of Gather AI, about the transformative role of drones and AI in warehouse management. They discuss Sankalp's journey from a PhD in robotics to founding Gather AI, the challenges faced in developing their technology, and the importance of computer vision in modernizing supply chains. Sankalp shares insights on the future of logistics, the significance of understanding customer needs, and advice for aspiring innovators in the field.

Chapters
00:00 Introduction to Drones in Warehousing
02:13 Sankalp's Background and Journey
05:12 Identifying the Problem in Logistics
10:53 Gather AI's Early Days and MVP Development
16:16 Navigating Company Formation and Investment
19:45 Future Vision and Innovations at Gather AI
27:28 Advice for Students and Future Innovators
33:18 The Importance of Computer Vision in Supply Chain

Surgere is the official sponsor of The Supply Chaney Podcast for 2025. 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.

In this episode of the Supply Chaney podcast, Nathan Chaney speaks with Hugo Pakula, CEO of Tru Identity, about his journey in the logistics and supply chain industry. They discuss the importance of data in supply chain management, the challenges posed by current tariffs and regulations, and the need for agility in supply chain strategies. Hugo shares insights from his experiences as a founder, the dynamics of working with family in the logistics business, and the significance of staying informed in a rapidly changing industry. The conversation concludes with advice on decision-making and the importance of leveraging one's network.

Chapters
00:00 Introduction to Supply Chain Challenges
02:48 Hugo Pakula's Journey and Background
05:58 The Birth of Tru Identity
08:59 Understanding the Role of Data in Supply Chain
11:57 Family Dynamics in Logistics
15:02 Staying Updated in the Supply Chain Industry
18:03 Navigating Customs and Compliance
22:03 The Importance of Supply Chain Strategy
24:54 Agility vs. Resilience in Supply Chains
30:00 Final Thoughts and Advice

Surgere is the official sponsor of The Supply Chaney Podcast for 2025. 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.

In this episode of the Supply Chaining Podcast, host Nathan Chaney speaks with Tyler Iorio, a logistics manager at Quadra Chemicals. They discuss Tyler's journey in the supply chain industry, the importance of learning from mistakes, and the current state of trade relations between Canada and the US. Tyler shares valuable advice for students and young professionals looking to enter the logistics field, emphasizing the need to start with foundational roles and the significance of understanding the business processes. The conversation also touches on the impact of tariffs and the future of supply chain dynamics, including reshoring and the importance of building strong relationships in business.

Chapters
00:00 Introduction to Tyler Iorio and Quadra Chemicals
03:01 Tyler's Journey in Supply Chain and Logistics
05:55 Career Paths: Stability vs. Change
09:04 The Importance of Learning from Mistakes
11:59 Advice for Students in Logistics
15:03 Real-Life Lessons from Mistakes
19:02 Day-to-Day in Logistics
20:02 Navigating the Freight Sales Landscape
25:04 Building Genuine Business Relationships
28:06 The State of Canadian Supply Chain
34:07 Adapting to Supply Chain Disruptions
38:00 Looking Ahead: Resilience in Supply Chain

Surgere is the official sponsor of The Supply Chaney Podcast for 2025. 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.