Inside the Warehouse: Inventory Control & Operations (ft. Kevin Lawton)

What’s really happening behind the scenes of modern warehouses? How are companies using AI, sustainability strategies, and smart inventory practices to stay ahead?

Description Key takeaways

About this episode

In this episode, we sit down with Kevin Lawton, creator of The New Warehouse, to uncover the trends, strategies, and stories shaping today’s warehouse operations. Whether you’re running a warehouse, managing inventory, or curious about logistics, this episode is packed with actionable insights!

Resources

The New Warehouse Visit resources page

Key Takeaways

Consistency Matters: Growth comes from showing up, learning, and refining over time.
AI Is an Upgrade, Not a Replacement: Technology is helping streamline workflows—not remove people.
Strong Foundations Win: Clear labeling, structure, and disciplined processes lead to better inventory control.
Layout Drives Efficiency: Intentional warehouse design reduces travel time and increases productivity.
Sustainability Is Rising: Reusable materials and standardization are shaping operational decisions.
Plan Before Problems Hit: Proactive risk strategies and smarter returns processes protect margins.
Measure What Matters: Focus on metrics that improve accuracy, speed, and customer experience.

Special guest Kevin Lawton

Owner of The New Warehouse

Kevin Lawton is the founder of The New Warehouse and has been working in the distribution and logistics industry since 2012 when he began his career as a temp employee in the Inventory department at Simon & Schuster.

From there he grew in the inventory department and moved into various distribution and operations management roles. He was able to be a key player in four different new distribution center start ups as an integral part of the project as well as involved in multiple software update and transition projects.

He has experience dealing with Manhattan, SAP, Oracle, DiQ, Prelude and various types of automation such as voice picking and GTP picking. His passion is to continuously learn and also share that knowledge which led him to the creation of The New Warehouse.