Members Give Back: AK Material Handling Systems

The desire to help is often contagious, and the employees of AK Material Handling Systems (AKMHS) exemplify that notion. AKMHS has a more than 30-year history of pulling together to serve its communities. Spearheaded by one or two group leaders, they participated in charitable events and causes on an informal basis for decades.


Emerging Leaders: Matt Biell of Container Systems

I like being involved in what I consider to be the backbone of our supply chain and being able to use my own skills and experiences to impact my customers and their businesses positively.



Material Handling Goes Green – The Ins and Outs of Using Lithium Batteries in Electric Warehouse Vehicles

In recent years, the push for sustainable solutions in material handling and logistics has led to the rise of electric forklifts and other warehouse vehicles. These eco-friendly alternatives to traditional internal combustion engines have proven cost-effective, efficient and environmentally responsible.


Onboarding: Are You Doing It Right?

When a new employee goes home after their first day and is asked about it, how would they respond? There are things outside a business’s control, but not being prepared for new employees doesn’t have to be one. It’s incredibly controllable, predictable and manageable.


7 Digital Strategies Leaders Can Apply To Prosper in the Next 5 Years

These might be new skills you need to add to your leadership inventory. The good news is these are also fairly new for every other leader. You can evolve as a leader if you choose to learn and grow your digital strategy skills. And put in the hard work to get there!