PathGuide Technologies, Inc.

This newly published article in SupplyChainBrain by Eric Allais offers clear, real-world insights into modern warehouse challenges and trends, along with practical examples from industry leaders. It also provides actionable strategies for balancing speed, data demands, labor shortages, and technology adoption in an increasingly competitive distribution landscape. To read the full story, click the link:

Five Trends Every Distribution Leader Should Know About in 2026 Insights gathered from wholesalers and distributors ranging from electrical to industrial supply reveal five trends shaping warehouse operations today.

Drawing on decades of real-world experience, Carolyn Hunt, an independent warehouse operations and technology consultant with more than 50 years in industrial distribution, shares what to prioritize the WMS selection process. She even mentions Latitude WMS and her vast knowledge and experience gleaned from implementing and using the software.

Full article here:

A Practical Guide to WMS Selection for Distributors A consultant and longtime industry veteran on what to prioritize.

PathGuide's Greg Laycock, VP of Software Engineering, offered his perspective in an industry deep dive on building smarter supply chain tech stacks. The article shows how the right tools can unlock speed, visibility, and serious efficiency gains.

Greg stood out by emphasizing flexible, customizable platforms that lower costs, boost service levels, and help companies adapt fast as their operations evolve. Here's the entire article in Inbound Logistics: 👇 PathGuide's Greg Laycock, VP of Software Engineering, offered his perspective in an industry deep dive on building smarter supply chain tech stacks. The article shows how the right tools can unlock speed, visibility, and serious efficiency gains.

Greg stood out by emphasizing flexible, customizable platforms that lower costs, boost service levels, and help companies adapt fast as their operations evolve. Here's the entire article in Inbound Logistics: 👇

Building the Supply Chain Tech Stack: Tools, Trends & Strategy Explore how to build a modern supply chain technology stack, with insights on essential tools, integration priorities, and strategies to drive visibility, resilience, and performance.

Grateful for the difference every customer makes!

Each month, Inbound Logistics asks readers about their opinions regarding the different supply chain issues and challenges we face today. Eric Allais, PathGuide's President & CEO, cited a persistent challenge that's often overlooked.

Good Question:
What’s one supply chain problem we should address with more urgency?

Answer:
Ongoing talent shortages. While we can’t control market conditions and disruptions, we can empower our employees with the skills and technology to thrive—increasing their engagement, performance, and satisfaction—by investing more in them. An energized workforce can drive your business through economic uncertainty.

To see what other readers had to say on the matter, and to read past Good Question responses, click here: https://www.inboundlogistics.com/articles/whats-one-supply-chain-problem-we-should-address-with-more-urgency/

Did you know our president and CEO Eric Allais is a licensed commercial pilot – despite having a fear of heights? Even more impressive: He owns and operates 52-year-old airplane! ✈️

This month, 425 Business featured Eric in its Lead + Follow Q&A series, which spotlights local business leaders. Check out the full article for more personal and professional insights that Eric shared that shaped his journey as a leader. 📖

Lead + Follow: PathGuide Technologies' Eric Allais This month’s edition of Lead + Follow — a Q&A section dedicated to further understanding the personal and professional mindsets of area business leaders — features Eric Allais, president and CEO of Bothell-based PathGuide Technologies.

We’re proud to see our customer, AFCO, featured in Petfood Industry Magazine as part of a broader Q&A on warehouse innovation. In the article, AFCO shares how implementing a WMS has streamlined operations by aligning tasks to worker roles, improving accuracy, and boosting morale through real-time performance data. Looking ahead, AFCO highlights automation—such as goods-to-person picking and AS/RS systems—as a key strategy for scaling efficiently and maximizing space in larger warehouses and DCs.

Time is money: Efficiency challenges in pet food manufacturing From equipment to labor and on-the-floor needs, efficiency issues continue to need solutions.

What if your inventory could reorder itself before running low?

With PathGuide’s Advanced VMI, that vision becomes reality. It automatically triggers replenishment orders – speeding up order placement, minimizing errors, and helping avoid costly stockouts and downtime. 📦

Distributors and suppliers can use Advanced VMI to give their customers a faster, easier way to manage inventory and streamline fulfillment – creating a win-win for all. 🤝

Check out this data sheet to learn how Advanced VMI transforms inventory management from reactive to proactive.

Advanced VMI Data Sheet

Big news! We recently elevated three of our most seasoned leaders – Keith La Londe, Greg Laycock, and Pelageya Kostenko – to our Board of Directors, adding a wealth of industry knowledge to our strategic helm. 🙌

Their diverse expertise and forward-thinking vision will steer us toward our next phase of growth and keep us aligned with long-term goals. 📈

Read more in @425 Business about how our new board members will help shape the next chapter in our company’s evolution. 👉

PathGuide Technologies Announces New Board Appointments The Bothell company said that its internal selection of board members is a testament to its overarching values.