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Cybersecurity in the Age of Automation

About This Episode

As emerging technologies become more integrated into material handling operations, so do the risks that come with them—especially in cybersecurity. In this Table Trends episode, industry leaders discuss the growing threat of cyberattacks and the proactive steps they’re taking to protect their businesses. From phishing simulations to multi-factor authentication, discover how companies are staying vigilant in an increasingly digital world.

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Cybersecurity in the Age of Automation

With automation and AI playing a larger role in day-to-day operations, cybersecurity has become a top concern for businesses across the material handling industry. This episode explores how leaders are implementing company-wide training programs, strict access controls, and advanced email security measures to defend against potential breaches. Learn how your workforce can become your strongest line of defense—and why cybersecurity is no longer just an IT issue, but a company-wide responsibility.

Featured Guests
  • Jeannette Walker, CEO, MHEDA
  • Nate Storey, President, Storage & Solutions, Inc.
  • Van Clarkson, President, Fairchild Equipment
  • Lori Palmer, President, REB Storage Systems International

Whether you’re a business owner, IT leader, or operations manager, this episode offers valuable insights into minimizing cybersecurity risk and building a more resilient organization.

About the Table Trends Podcast

The Table Trends podcast series is hosted by MHEDA CEO, Jeannette Walker, and features industry leaders and experts from the MHEDA Board of Directors. In each episode, we delve into the latest material handling trends, providing you with actionable insights and strategies to stay ahead in the ever-evolving industry. Whether you’re an entrepreneur, a business executive, or simply passionate about the material handling industry, Table Trends offers valuable perspectives to help you navigate and excel.

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Gene Marks

CPA, National Business Columnist, Author & Speaker

Gene Marks is a past columnist for both The New York Times and The Washington Post. Gene now writes regularly for The Hill, The Philadelphia Inquirer, Forbes, Entrepreneur, The Washington Times, and The Guardian. Gene is a best-selling author and has written 5 books on business management. Gene appears on Fox Business, MSNBC, as well as CBS Eye on the World with John Batchelor and SiriusXM’s Wharton Business Channel where he talks about the financial, economic and technology issues that affect business leaders today. Gene helps business owners, executives and managers understand the political, economic and technological trends that will affect their companies and provides actionable insights.

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