Inbound Logistics Podcast: Supply Chain Reactions
177 episodes - English - Latest episode: about 1 month ago - ★★★★ - 19 ratingsThe Inbound Logistics Podcast provides the most relevant and topical information from the third-party logistics and supply chain management world as presented by the most influential thought leaders in the industry. (logistics, supply chain, cargo, freight, transportation, education)
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IL Podcast 026: Is Cognitive Computing via IBM Watson Supply Chain the next big revolution for the supply chain industry? Guest: Joanne Wright, VP, IBM Supply Chain
August 07, 2017 16:58 - 18 minutes - 26 MBWhat if you had a way to look over your entire supply chain, predict problem areas, and stop disruptions before they ever happen? It may sound like wizardry but IBM Watson Supply Chain just might give your business that very real ability. Joanne Wright, Vice President of IBM Supply Chain joins me to explain how Cognitive Computing is poised to be a truly revolutionary game-changer in the supply chain. FOR MORE INFO ON IBM WATSON SUPPLY CHAIN: https://www.ibm.com/watson/supply-chain/ WA...
IL Podcast 025: What are some warehousing risks that your company should be aware of before choosing a 3PL? Guest: John Wagner, Jr., Wagner Logistics
July 28, 2017 15:48 - 16 minutes - 22.7 MBA key component to an efficient supply chain is an effective warehouse. But that doesn’t mean simply stacking goods up behind closed doors. Businesses often look to 3PLs for help with storage and distribution however, anytime a company puts it’s product in someone else’s hands, there will be risks involved. John Wagner Jr. of Wagner Logistics joins us to identify some of the risks to look out for and share some tips on how to manage them. FOR MORE ON PLUG AND PLAY SUPPLY CHAIN & LOGISTICS:...
IL Podcast 024: Is your supply chain business moving at the speed of technology or are you one of the companies getting left behind? Guest: Mike Zayonc, Director, Plug and Play Supply Chain & Logistics
July 13, 2017 19:09 - 20 minutes - 28.1 MBThe supply chain & logistics industry is in a unique position to either benefit from or be challenged by the disruptions that will inevitably come from new and emerging technologies. Is an industry that is hundreds of years old prepared to change with the times or does it risk becoming a casualty of a market that continues to evolve at breakneck speed? Mike Zayonc, Director of Plug and Play Supply Chain & Logistics, joins us to talk about a new initiative that could help established companie...
IL Podcast 023: How ready is your logistics business to withstand the disruptions and paradigm shifts that aren't just coming, but are already here? Guest: Noël Perry, Chief Economist, Truckstop.com
June 30, 2017 16:47 - 26 minutes - 36 MBDisruptions and paradigm shifts within the logistics and supply chain industry have never been a matter of IF. But WHEN. Rapid advancements in technology, changes in economy and increasing demand signals from customers continue to force the industry to either evolve or go extinct. Noel Perry, of Truckstop.com joins us to address these developing concerns and offer some advice on how businesses can avoid becoming a dinosaur. FOR MORE ON TRUCKSTOP.com: www.truckstop.com WANT TO RESPOND T...
IL Podcast 022: How can a stalled truck yard stall your business and what should you know to keep your bottom line from crashing? Guest, Greg Braun, VP, Sales & Marketing, C3 Solutions
June 26, 2017 16:51 - 25 minutes - 34.3 MBAn increasing “supply chain impatience” from customer continues to drive the need for increased efficiency in the complex supply chain process. But something as simple as a traffic jam in a truck yard can grind the whole thing to a halt in a hurry. Greg Braun of C3 Solutions joins us to discuss how having a solution in place to keep your dock schedule in check can help a company’s bottom line, keep on truckin’. FOR MORE ON C3 SOLUTIONS: www.c3solutions.com DOWNLOAD THE NEW INBOUND ...
IL Podcast 021: How can high-volume shippers better safeguard their operations from being stalled by inefficiencies in exception management? Guest, Rainer Tauchert, Implementation Manager, UltrashipTMS
June 14, 2017 18:33 - 11 minutes - 16.1 MBHigh-volume shippers have to manage a process that covers everything from the initial order all the way through to freight settlement. With so many details to oversee, the entire chain can still get held up by something as small as a typo. Rainer Tauchert, Implementation Manager for UltrashipTMS, joins us to explain what a high-volume shipper has to take into account and what they should be able to leave up to automation so that the exception never becomes the rule. FOR MORE ON ULTRASHIP T...
IL Podcast 020: What does it take for a company to effectively and efficiently manage an asset-based supply chain both at home and across the border? Guests: Bill Carter, VP, Logistics and Mike Cervin, VP, Operations, Mexico of CFI
June 02, 2017 17:25 - 20 minutes - 28.5 MBManaging an asset-based supply chain domestically has it’s own set of challenges. Taking that supply chain into Mexico often requires a completely different approach altogether. Bill Carter, Vice President of Logistics and Mike Cervine, Vice President of Operations for CFI, offer their insights on how to keep the supply chain moving especially when it has to cross the border. FOR MORE ON CFI: www.cfidrive.com DOWNLOAD THE NEW INBOUND LOGISTICS APP featuring the 2017 Logistics Plann...
IL Podcast 019: In a heavily male-dominated field, is your business missing out on the wealth of talented women looking to enter the logistics industry? Guests: Jillian Lee, VP of HR and Maggie Turner, Account Manager, AFN Logistics
May 30, 2017 20:10 - 18 minutes - 25.1 MBThe supply chain industry is dynamic, fast-paced, and ripe with opportunity but still remains a heavily male-dominated field. Businesses looking to capitalize on this people-powered industry would do well to focus on drawing, developing, and retaining talented women to the sector. Vice President of HR for AFN Logistics, Jillian Lee and Account Manager, Maggie Turner, share their perspectives on the issue and offer some options for women to explore. DOWNLOAD THE NEW INBOUND LOGISTICS APP fe...
IL Podcast 018: Where should businesses direct their focus to keep their supply chain agile and responsive to the increasingly challenging demands of a global consumer market? Guest: Brad Jacobs, CEO, XPO Logistics
May 09, 2017 18:37 - 14 minutes - 20.5 MBA dynamic, global consumer market with increasingly challenging demand signals requires a supply chain that can be agile, flexible, and responsive. New technologies, and innovative software can help address those issues but should businesses make that investment now or should they focus on emerging trends? Inbound Logistics publisher, Keith Biondo talks with Brad Jacobs, CEO of XPO Logistics to explore some options. DOWNLOAD THE NEW INBOUND LOGISTICS APP featuring the 2017 Logistics Planne...
IL Podcast 017: How does equipment that's a hundred years old continue to shape the supply chain industry and stay relevant in the 21st century? Guest: Scott Johnson, Clark Material Handling
May 05, 2017 21:09 - 16 minutes - 22.9 MBLift trucks have powered supply chain operations in warehouses all over the world but the first forklift got rolling a century ago right here in the USA from Clark Equipment. But after one hundred years of operation, how does a company like Clark adapt to the changing demands of the supply chain industry to stay relevant and innovative in the 21st century. Scott Johnson, Vice President of Sales and Marketing for Clark, shares some of his observations on the past 100 years and takes a peek at...
IL Podcast 016: When retailers & suppliers square off against ecommerce giants, are you really better off with the devil you know? Guest: Jeremy Hanks, Dsco
April 28, 2017 18:47 - 21 minutes - 30 MBToday’s retailers and suppliers face ever increasing challenges to remain effective in the face of the unstoppable force of ecommerce. To combat the likes of Amazon, businesses need to embrace new technologies and adopt innovative strategies or deal with the prospect of closing their doors for good. Jeremy Hanks, CEO of DSCO, offers some insights for suppliers and explains why doing a deal with the devil, doesn’t have to be as scary as it sounds. FOR MORE INFO ON DSCO: https://www.dsco.i...
ILPodcast 015: What happens when a truck driver parks on the White House lawn? Guest: Rhonda Hartman, Old Dominion Freight Lines
April 22, 2017 12:12 - 16 minutes - 22.6 MBRhonda Hartman is a professional driver for Old Dominion Freight Lines who’s been behind the wheel for 34 years. Now, as the only female member of the American Trucking Association’s America’s Road Team, she’s part of a national public outreach program to help spread the word about safety on the highway. In March of 2017, Rhonda and her America’s Road Team Captains got to spend some time at the White House and speak to President Donald Trump about issues concerning all of today’s truckers. ...
ILPodcast 014: Special ProMat Edition - Industry Thought Leaders from Crown Equipment, Sologlobe, Toshiba, and DHL Talk Globalization, Automation, and do some Prognostication
April 19, 2017 15:40 - 20 minutes - 28 MBInbound Logistics was at ProMat 2017 in Chicago where we invited several thought leaders from the industry to answer some questions about the state of logistics today and where it might be headed in the near future. Representatives from Sologlobe, Toshiba, Crown Equipment, and DHL took some time out of their busy schedules to sit down with us and share some of their insights on globalization, automation and a little bit of prognostication. Crown Equipment: http://www.crown.com/en-us.html ...
ILPodcast 013: Are you and your supply-chain partners shipping chemicals safely? Guest: Eric Byer, NACD
April 17, 2017 19:27 - 8 minutes - 11.8 MBThe logistics of shipping chemicals often comes with it’s own unique set of challenges. Ensuring the standards of safety and proper protocol falls to the National Association of Chemical Distributors who works with supply-chain partners across the globe to realize their mission to enhance and communicate the professionalism and stewardship of the chemical distribution industry. For more info: www.nacd.com Are you a #logistics Thought Leader that would like to be featured on the Inbound L...
ILPodcast 012: Are you asking the important and relevant questions to keep your supply chain moving efficiently? Guest: Louis DeJianne, UPS
March 31, 2017 20:13 - 13 minutes - 18.3 MBWhether you’re the manufacturer, vendor, or retailer, a number of decisions need to be made to ensure that your supply chain is moving efficiently to reach your end consumers. That begins with asking the right questions. Louis Dijianne, Director for Consumer Products, Apparel and Retail, for UPS, weighs in on the important, relevant details, from pricing to differentiation to customization to address the needs of customers on a domestic as well as a global scale. Are you a #logistics Thoug...
ILPodcast 011: Are you prepared to proactively manage your supply chain in a dynamic global economy? Guest: Tom Derry, ISM
March 24, 2017 15:42 - 18 minutes - 25.3 MBManaging change during turbulent times requires discipline, strategy, and focus. With an emphasis on “Critical Insights, Powerful Results,” ISM2017 features more than 75 interactive sessions as part of six learning tracks. With Keynote speeches from Former Secretary of State, General Colin Powell and former Prime Minister of the United Kingdom, David Cameron, ISM 2017 offers everyone from entry-level to the C-suite the knowledge and insights needed to proactively manage supply chains in the ...
SPECIAL ANNOUNCEMENT
March 17, 2017 15:55 - 1 minute - 573 KBWith the Logistics Planner, you can find the right solutions, carriers and partners to drive efficiency in your supply chain operations and enable your enterprise to navigate the twists and turns, ups and downs of the coming year. The Planner, 25 years strong, features profiles of leaders in transportation, technology, logistics, supply chain management, education and more who stand ready to help you face upcoming challenges, optimize your enterprise and amp your career. Inbound Logist...
ILPodcast 010: Is Your Omni-Channel Supply Chain Strategy Ready to go Global? Guest: Brian Bourke, SEKO Logistics
March 17, 2017 15:02 - 32 minutes - 15 MBExpanding a retail enterprise into e-commerce is no small feat. Expanding it globally on an omni-channel supply chain scale requires consideration for everything from simply speaking the language to currency conversion for culture. Brian Bourke, VP of Marketing for Seko Logistics, offers some of his insights into what businesses should prepare for if they’re thinking of moving beyond their borders and whether or not pizza delivery is about to be revolutionized. Are you a #logistics Thought...
Inbound Logistics Podcast 009 : David Reinkemeyer, DM Fulfillment
February 07, 2017 20:28 - 18 minutes - 8.34 MBThe world of e-commerce has grown at an exponential rate since the early days of the internet. Along with that growth has come added complexity and challenges that both companies and consumers have had to adapt to in order to achieve that seamless shopping experience. David Reinkemeyer of DM Fulfillment shares his insight into the many working parts behind the scenes that have to come together to address everything from supply chain impatience to the pick, pack, and ship process. Are you a...
Inbound Logistics Podcast 008 : Desiree Wood, REALWomenInTrucking.com
February 07, 2017 20:23 - 29 minutes - 13.6 MBToday's truck drivers are 95% male but have recently opened up to accept more female drivers as opportunities continue to grow. But the life of a trucker from training to a CDL is not easy for just anyone. The life of a female trucker may be even more challenging. Desiree Wood, a working trucker and founder of Real Women in Trucking, opens up and shares some of her experiences & observations on the state of the trucking industry and what female truckers in particular need to know. Are you...
Inbound Logistics Podcast 007 : Nate Clayville, Truckstop.com
December 29, 2016 16:36 - 23 minutes - 32.1 MBLeveraging the dynamic economics of the trucking industry requires learning the lessons of markets past, implementing that information in markets present, and doing a touch of prognosticating into markets yet to be. Nate Clayville of Truckstop.com offers his analysis on some of the factors that are influencing the market today and what shippers and carriers might want to keep in mind as we move ahead into potentially interesting times. Are you a #logistics Thought Leader that would like to...
Inbound Logistics Podcast 006 : Gary Hanifan, Accenture Strategy
December 13, 2016 20:27 - 15 minutes - 20.6 MBNavigating the logistics industry requires not only reading the market as it stands today, but also looking ahead to what the market might be tomorrow. Everything from innovations in technology to changes in policy demands that companies either stay alert or get left behind. Gary Hanifan, North America's Supply Chain/Operations Lead for Accenture Strategy offers his insights into what you might want to watch out for to keep your company on the right course. Are you a #logistics Thought Lea...
Inbound Logistics Podcast 005 : Sharon Madalis, Author
December 06, 2016 17:03 - 24 minutes - 33 MBLong haul #truckers spend days, weeks, and sometimes even months on the road in their home-away-from-home rigs. That lifestyle doesn’t necessarily lend itself to a balanced mix of healthy #nutrition and #exercise. However, registered dietitian Sharon Madalis, along with co-author, April Rudat, may have a few tips and tricks to share from their new book, #Truck Drivers: Stop Your Job from Killing You! www.stopyourjobfromkillingyou.com Truckers' Grocery Shopping List: http://www.stopyour...
Inbound Logistics Podcast 004 : Randy Swart, A. Duie Pyle
November 23, 2016 16:44 - 26 minutes - 36.6 MBFrom old regulations to new technologies, the trucking industry faces a number of challenges as it moves into the next century and beyond. We sit down to chat with Randy Swart, Chief Operating Officer of A. Duie Pyle which is one of many carriers that continues to look into different ways to address those challenges and help drivers keep on truckin’ Are you a logistics Thought Leader that would like to be featured on the Inbound Logistics Podcast? Connect with me on Twitter: @ILMagP...
Inbound Logistics Podcast 003 : Craig Fuller, TransVix
November 11, 2016 18:06 - 8 minutes - 12.1 MBIn this episode, we sit down with Craig Fuller, Managing Director and Co-Founder of TransVix, a futures contract platform that lets shippers and carriers speculate on the market volatility of index-based spot trucking rates. Are you a logistics Thought Leader that would like to be featured on the Inbound Logistics Podcast? Connect with me on Twitter: @ILMagPodcast Email me: [email protected] Connect with Inbound Logistics Magazine on LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/com...
Inbound Logistics Podcast 002 : Matt Tillman, Haven
November 11, 2016 17:50 - 8 minutes - 11.1 MBIn this episode, we sit down with Matt Tillman, CEO of Haven Inc. to talk about Haven, an online logistics platform that promises to make booking ocean freight cheaper and easier, while changing the way we trade globally. Are you a logistics Thought Leader that would like to be featured on the Inbound Logistics Podcast? Connect with me on Twitter: @ILMagPodcast Email me: [email protected] Connect with Inbound Logistics Magazine on LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/compan...
Inbound Logistics Podcast 001 : Keith Biondo
November 11, 2016 17:11 - 18 minutes - 26.2 MBIn our premiere episode, we sit down with Keith Biondo, Publisher of Inbound Logistics Magazine as he explains what businesses have to know to navigate the complexities, demands, and challenges of #logistics and supply chain management in today's world. Are you a logistics Thought Leader that would like to be featured on the Inbound Logistics Podcast? Connect with me on Twitter: @ILMagPodcast Email me: [email protected] Connect with Inbound Logistics Magazine on L...