ASQ Quality Management Division and Baltimore Section Present
“Smart Warehousing: Integrating Lean, AI, and Automation for the Modern Distribution Center”
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Naveen Chandra, Anupam Bandyopadhyay, Senthilkumar Thiyagarajan and Shivakumar Ramavath
on 07/29/2026, 6:00 PM ET
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In this informative 45-minute webinar, you will learn:
· How Lean principles and AI-driven analytics are reshaping warehouse design, workforce upskilling and planning, and daily operations
· Practical approaches to evaluating automation readiness and selecting the right technologies for your facility
· Building resilience metrics and quality-driven performance measures for warehouse and distribution operations
· Real-world lessons from implementing AI and automation across Fortune 500 distribution networks
This webinar is for you if you are:
· A warehouse, distribution, or supply chain professional looking to improve operational quality and efficiency
· A quality management or continuous improvement practitioner exploring AI and automation applications
· An operations leader or engineer evaluating automation investments and workforce transformation strategies
· An educator, consultant, or researcher interested in emerging practices at the intersection of quality, AI, and logistics
Do not miss this talk by Senthilkumar, Naveen, Anupam & Shiva
Naveen Chandra Kukkala is a supply chain thought leader and Director of Distribution at EssilorLuxottica North America, with over a decade of experience in warehousing automation, AI integration, and operational excellence. He holds dual Master's degrees in Industrial and Systems Engineering and Project Management, with PMP and Lean Six Sigma Black Belt certifications.
Anupam Bandyopadhyay is a global supply chain transformation leader with over 18 years of experience designing intelligent warehouse and logistics ecosystems. At Manhattan Associates, he leads large-scale supply chain implementations integrating warehouse management systems, robotics automation, and analytics.
Senthilkumar Thiyagarajan, Ph.D., is supply chain analytics professional at Medline Industries, leading initiatives that transform healthcare supply chains through advanced analytics. He holds a Ph.D. in Supply Chain Management from Purdue University, with research in supply chain resilience and Industry 4.0.
Shiva Kumar Ramavath is an AI/Machine Learning Engineer and Data Scientist with over a decade of experience developing data-driven solutions across retail, telecommunications, and manufacturing domains. His work focuses on applying machine learning and advanced analytics to improve operational efficiency in complex supply chain environments.
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 Naveen Chandra
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 Anupam Bandyopadhyay
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 Senthilkumar Thiyagarajan
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Shivakumar Ramavath
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Date: Wednesday, July 29, 2026
Time: 6:00 PM ET
Duration: 45 minutes presentation & 15 minutes Q&A