Ep. 45 - [Aaron Prather] Challenges & Opportunities in Warehouse Operations, Innovation at FedEx,1

Guest Bio
I get to work on many of FedEx Express' R&D projects that can run the gamut from Robotics to RFID to Drones to Advance Sensors to Robotics. I mentioned Robotics twice because this is where I love to spend most of my time. From working on a robotic arm for Pick and Place applications to working with a mobile robot for Material Handling applications, I really love working with our new mechanical employees. If not at my desk, I can be found at our R&D facility near the Memphis Hub or in one of our operations working on new technology and preparing it for deployment. There is also the possibility that I am at a conference speaking about robotics, automation, and workforce development.

Main Discussion Points
- What are some of the most publicly visible systems? The distribution channels that bring packages to the front door. 
- What type of systems are they using?  
🛎️ Robotics 
🛎️ RFID 
🛎️ Drones 
🛎️ Advanced Sensors

Theme: Evolution of Control Systems 
Manufacturing Hub Episode 45.

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Recommended Book
- Surrounded by Idiots | https://amzn.to/3IzTt90

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Aaron Prather | https://www.linkedin.com/in/amprather/
Vlad Romanov | https://www.linkedin.com/in/vladromanov/
Dave Griffith | https://www.linkedin.com/in/davegriffith23/
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