After over two years in the making, Brian Benson finally joins Vince and Jenna in the studio—and the wait was worth it. As Director of Solutions Engineering at Voxel, Brian brings a wealth of experience from his decades in cold storage, combined with cutting-edge AI technology designed to make warehouses safer and smarter. From managing one of the most dangerous warehouses in the western U.S. to partnering with Voxel to prevent injuries and save operational costs, Brian shares how proactive visibility is transforming the cold chain. If you’ve ever wondered how AI can reduce injuries, improve energy efficiency, and optimize workflows, this episode is your blueprint.

🎧 Listen now to hear how Voxel is helping warehousers know the unknown and why visibility is the real superhero in today’s logistics landscape.

❄️ Cool Takeaways:

• Voxel’s AI technology turns passive security camera footage into real-time, actionable safety insights
• Brian’s journey from warehouse GM to tech leader was inspired by a mission to protect his team during the pandemic
• Cold storage energy bills can skyrocket due to simple issues like open doors—Voxel caught one left open for 8 hours overnight
• Existing cameras can be retrofitted—no need to install new hardware to get started
• Real-world results: 12 indemnities down to zero, and 91% incident reduction for clients like Michaels
• AI use cases go far beyond safety: workflow optimization, ergonomic assessment, trailer inspection, and door cycle analytics
• Voxel supports both new builds and retrofits, helping with camera placement and system design from the ground up
• Emphasizing culture: successful AI adoption requires communication, transparency, and training—not fear of “big brother”

Don’t miss this architecture-meets-cold-storage deep dive with one of the most passionate leaders in the biz. Chill out with the full episode at
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