Zebra Blog and Podcast

Meet the (Global Channel) Expert: Jeff Barteld Reveals the Secret to Being a Good Partner

In this podcast episode, 2021 Channel Chief Jeff Barteld explains why “listening” is just the first step to building mutually-beneficial relationships with resellers, distributors and other solution providers. Listen now then read the blog post to learn more about Jeff's experience leading global channel development.

Ask the Expert: Is Zebra Really One of the Top Robotics Companies in the World?

According to well-respected robotics and automation executive, Jim Lawton, the answer is yes! Zebra has the ability to deliver “automation for all” businesses, regardless of size or industry.

In this 15-minute podcast interview, Jim shares his thoughts on:

• Zebra’s pioneering innovation in the automation space.
• The evolution of robotics automation in the last five years and where he thinks the technology is heading.
• Why it’s important to make automation solutions accessible to businesses of all sizes in all industries as quickly as possible and how Zebra hopes to propel collaborative robotics and software automation strategy into the mainstream.
• How the COVID-19 pandemic is impacting the adoption of collaborative robotics and software automation solutions, particularly among supply chain organizations. 
• The May 1977 movie that inspired him to get into robotics.
• The one daily practice that he has found to be most rewarding (besides building robots).

“Beyond the Basics”: NFL Pro Brandon Copeland Talks About What It Takes to Be a Winner, On and Off the Field

In this exclusive podcast interview, we learn what it really means to be a well-rounded athlete and a true professional. Listen to it now and then read this Your Edge blog post to learn more about Brandon.

 

What Does a Perfect Practice or Game Really Look Like for NFL Players?

That’s exactly what New Orleans Saints Coach Payton wanted to know a few years ago. So, he turned to Zebra Sports for personalized player data he could trust – and that he couldn’t find anywhere else. Listen to his insights now and then read this blog post to learn more about the technology informing the Saints' practices strategies.

Ask the (Google and Zebra) Experts: What are Some of the Most Innovative Technology Solutions You are Working on Today?

Hear firsthand how new mobile, cloud, artificial intelligence and machine learning capabilities will help both small businesses and large enterprises better execute edge operations in 2021 and beyond. Then read the blog to learn more about the two companies' decade-long collaborative history.

Like Military Actions, Maintenance and Repair Operations Still Require Manual Intervention. But That’s Precisely Why Technology is Becoming Invaluable, Says One Expert.

In this podcast episode, Zebra board member Dick Keyser talks about the correlation he’s seen between actionable intelligence and mission success over the past 50+ years, especially in service-oriented environments. He also discloses the real reason why he takes his grandkids on international trips. Listen now then learn more about Dick in this Your Edge blog post.

 

Ask the Experts: How Can We Be Sure Temperature-Sensitive COVID-19 Vaccines Have Not Been Heat Damaged All the Way Through the Last Mile?

As our panel of experts explain, there is a lot that can be learned – and applied – from other temperature-sensitive vaccination efforts throughout history. Listen to the podcast and then visit the Your Edge blog to learn more about vaccine vial monitor (VVM) technology and our panel of experts: https://www.zebra.com/us/en/blog/posts/2020/experts-explain-why-covid-19-vaccine-vial-temperature-monitors-are-critical-to-cold-chain-success.html.

Ask the Expert: Has COVID-19 Impacted Corporate Auditing Requirements?

Zebra board member, Ross Manire, talks about the operational, financial and technological changes that companies must manage in the evolving economic climate. Listen to the podcast now then read the blog post for more insights.

Setting the Record Straight: Zebra Has Been Committed to Android for Years – and is Committing to Android for Several More.

In this exclusive podcast interview, you’ll hear how Zebra’s first-to-market rugged Android 10 leadership and ongoing development of future-ready Android mobility solutions are giving customers a competitive advantage. Listen to it now then read the accompanying blog post for more details about Zebra's Android 10 portfolio rollout:

https://www.zebra.com/us/en/blog/posts/2020/setting-the-record-straight-about-zebras-commitment-to-android.html 

Jeff Schmitz is an Engineer…and One of the World’s Top Marketing Executives!

Find out why his career took such a turn – and then took off – in this exclusive podcast interview. Then read the accompanying blog post for more background on his recent awards.