The Supply Chaney Podcast
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The Supply Chaney Podcast
Ep. 99 - Warehouse Labor MGMT Tech - with Alex Rhea
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In this episode, Alex Rhea, CTO and co-founder of Takt, shares his journey from high school web development to leading innovative supply chain technology. He discusses the evolution of supply chain tech, the importance of human elements, and how Takt is transforming warehouse performance with data-driven solutions.
Chapters
00:00 Introduction and Context at MODX 2026
01:09 Alex Ray’s Background and Business Journey
03:40 Growing Up in DC and Early Influences
07:06 Educational Path and Entrepreneurial Spirit
09:28 First Jobs and Lessons in Customer Engagement
14:57 Transition to Tech and Cloud Computing
16:55 Insights from Warehouse Visits and Data Challenges
20:29 Building Takt: From Pilot to Platform
23:19 Robotics, Automation, and the Human Element
25:58 Team, Culture, and Customer Partnerships
29:26 Lessons for Aspiring Supply Chain Innovators
32:10 Closing Remarks and Future Outlook
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