Ep 399: Middle mile and last mile technology

Jul 9, 2026

Phil Sambrook, EMEA Transport and Logistics Strategy at Zebra, discusses technology in the middle mile and last mile. We cover:

• The demand for speed
• How the middle mile sets up the last mile for success
• Using data to reduce WISMO queries
• Implementing technologies in sorting centres
• Productivity gains through implementing RFID
• Removing manual tasks through readily available automation technology
• Supply chain integrity improvements through machine vision and data driven insights
• Improving working conditions and safety for warehouse workers
• FedEx case study - photo proof of delivery with integrated AI
• Improving reliability and accuracy of photos, along with customer data security
• Evri case study - self-service parcel drop-off solution
• Queue busting and reducing waste

Episode sponsored by Zebra. Visit zebra.com for more information.