The Council of Supply Chain Management Professionals (CSCMP) and CSCMP’s Supply Chain Quarterly bring you a new podcast filled with deep industry discussions. We talk to today’s top thought innovators, spanning topics across the entire supply chain. Supply Chain in the Fast Lane fast tracks topics you need to know from leaders you want to know.
In this third season of eight episodes, we look at strategies for finding and retaining workers.
Supply Chain in the Fast Lane: Responding to the labor crisis
EPISODE 8: Developing uniform supply chain standards
The supply chain industry may feel disjointed at times, yet the labor struggle is almost universal across all supply chain organizations. Our guest today, Melanie Nuce, senior vice president of innovation and partnerships at industry standards organization GS1 U.S., gives an overview of what labor challenges their members are facing and how developing uniform supply chain standards can help companies overcome labor issues.
Moderator: Diane Rand, managing editor, CSCMP’s Supply Chain Quarterly
Supply Chain in the Fast Lane is sponsored by:
Vanderlande
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SCOPE Recruiting
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The Council of Supply Chain Management Professionals (CSCMP) and CSCMP’s Supply Chain Quarterly bring you a new podcast filled with deep industry discussions. We talk to today’s top thought innovators, spanning topics across the entire supply chain. Supply Chain in the Fast Lane fast tracks topics you need to know from leaders you want to know.
In this third season of eight episodes, we look at strategies for finding and retaining workers.
Supply Chain in the Fast Lane: Responding to the labor crisis
EPISODE 7: Working with logistics service providers
The job of human resources has always been important to any organization. For service providers in particular, finding talent to help support daily operations and keep products flowing seamlessly throughout the supply chain, is key. Our guest Meredith Singletary, senior human resources director at logistics provider DHL, discusses ways shippers can work with their logistics service providers to address the labor shortage.
Moderator: Diane Rand, managing editor, CSCMP’s Supply Chain Quarterly
Supply Chain in the Fast Lane is sponsored by:
Vanderlande
and
SCOPE Recruiting
Links
In this third season of eight episodes, we look at strategies for finding and retaining workers.
Supply Chain in the Fast Lane: Responding to the labor crisis
EPISODE 6: The labor challenges of reshoring
For companies thinking or planning to reshore or nearshore operations closer to home, training potential workers is essential to a successful transition. Our guest Rosemary Coates, executive director of the Reshoring Institute, explores one of the main sticking points when companies are considering reshoring and nearshoring manufacturing or production: the lack of a skilled workforce.
- Learn more about CSCMP
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The Council of Supply Chain Management Professionals (CSCMP) and CSCMP’s Supply Chain Quarterly bring you a new podcast filled with deep industry discussions. We talk to today’s top thought innovators, spanning topics across the entire supply chain. Supply Chain in the Fast Lane fast tracks topics you need to know from leaders you want to know.
In this third season of eight episodes, we look at strategies for finding and retaining workers.
Supply Chain in the Fast Lane: Responding to the labor crisis
EPISODE 5: Recruitment and retention at American Eagle Outfitters
Over the past few years, retailers have juggled the pandemic while also dealing with the effects of the labor crunch. Our guest Shekar Natarajan, chief supply chain officer at retailer American Eagle Outfitters, talks about best practices retailers can incorporate to recruit and retain employees as well as what technologies can transform the supply chain landscape and help ease labor challenges.
Moderator: Diane Rand, managing editor, CSCMP’s Supply Chain Quarterly
Supply Chain in the Fast Lane is sponsored by:
Vanderlande
and
SCOPE Recruiting
Links
The Council of Supply Chain Management Professionals (CSCMP) and CSCMP’s Supply Chain Quarterly bring you a new podcast filled with deep industry discussions. We talk to today’s top thought innovators, spanning topics across the entire supply chain. Supply Chain in the Fast Lane fast tracks topics you need to know from leaders you want to know.
In this third season of eight episodes, we look at strategies for finding and retaining workers.
Supply Chain in the Fast Lane: Responding to the labor crisis
EPISODE 4: Retaining your employees once you hire them
With so many companies competing for talent, the biggest challenge isn't always about getting people to come work for you but how to get them to stay. Our guest Charlie Saffro, president and founder of CS Recruiting, discusses the importance of having good retention practices, common reasons why supply chain managers leave a company, and what skills are most in demand.
Moderator: Diane Rand, managing editor, CSCMP’s Supply Chain Quarterly
Supply Chain in the Fast Lane is sponsored by:
Vanderlande
and
SCOPE Recruiting
Links
The Council of Supply Chain Management Professionals (CSCMP) and CSCMP’s Supply Chain Quarterly bring you a new podcast filled with deep industry discussions. We talk to today’s top thought innovators, spanning topics across the entire supply chain. Supply Chain in the Fast Lane fast tracks topics you need to know from leaders you want to know.
In this third season of eight episodes, we look at strategies for finding and retaining workers.
EPISODE 3: Supply Chain in the Fast Lane: Responding to the labor crisis
In this episode, our guest Mike Regan, chief relationship officer at logistics services provider TranzAct, shares how labor recruitment and retention has changed over the years and what companies can do now to help solve some of those pesky supply chain labor challenges.
Moderator: Diane Rand, managing editor, CSCMP’s Supply Chain Quarterly
Supply Chain in the Fast Lane is sponsored by:
Vanderlande
and
SCOPE Recruiting
Links
The Council of Supply Chain Management Professionals (CSCMP) and CSCMP’s Supply Chain Quarterly bring you a new podcast filled with deep industry discussions. We talk to today’s top thought innovators, spanning topics across the entire supply chain. Supply Chain in the Fast Lane fast tracks topics you need to know from leaders you want to know.
In this third season of eight episodes, we look at strategies for finding and retaining workers.
SERIES 3: Supply Chain in the Fast Lane: Responding to the labor crisis
EPISODE 2: Claudia Knowlton-Chike
Recruiting supply chain talent can be challenging. In this episode, Claudia Knowlton-Chike, a retired global supply chain executive with companies that included IBM, GE, Motorola, Facebook, and Google, talks about what steps companies can take to recruit a diverse talent base and what they can do to retain them.
Moderator: Diane Rand, managing editor, CSCMP’s Supply Chain Quarterly
Supply Chain in the Fast Lane is sponsored by:
Vanderlande
and
SCOPE Recruiting
Links
The Council of Supply Chain Management Professionals (CSCMP) and CSCMP’s Supply Chain Quarterly bring you a new podcast filled with deep industry discussions. We talk to today’s top thought innovators, spanning topics across the entire supply chain. Supply Chain in the Fast Lane fast tracks topics you need to know from leaders you want to know.
In this third season of eight episodes, we look at strategies for finding and retaining workers.
SERIES 3: Responding to the Labor Crisis.
EPISODE 1: Mark Baxa of CSCMP
Supply chains are dealing with many stressors these days, especially when it comes to finding skilled labor. In this episode, Mark Baxa, president and chief executive officer of industry association The Council of Supply Chain Management Professionals (CSCMP), discusses a new initiative that can help companies work together to respond to talent recruitment challenges.
Moderator: Diane Rand, managing editor, CSCMP’s Supply Chain Quarterly
Supply Chain in the Fast Lane is sponsored by:
Vanderlande
and
SCOPE Recruiting
Links
The Council of Supply Chain Management Professionals (CSCMP) and CSCMP’s Supply Chain Quarterly bring you a new podcast filled with deep industry discussions. We talk to today’s top thought innovators, spanning topics across the entire supply chain. Supply Chain in the Fast Lane fast tracks topics you need to know from leaders you want to know.
In this second season of eight episodes, we look at Supply Chain Digitalization.
EPISODE 8: Machine Learning
Brian Gallagher, Chief Product and Technology Officer, Ware2Go
Machine learning offers companies an exciting opportunity to take their supply chains to the next level. Brian Gallagher from fourth-party logistics company Ware2Go shares what kind of problems machine learning are good at solving and what the future looks like for machine learning in supply chains.
Moderator:Diane Rand, managing editor, CSCMP’s Supply Chain Quarterly
Supply Chain in the Fast Lane is sponsored by DHL
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The Council of Supply Chain Management Professionals (CSCMP) and CSCMP’s Supply Chain Quarterly bring you a new podcast filled with deep industry discussions. We talk to today’s top thought innovators, spanning topics across the entire supply chain. Supply Chain in the Fast Lane fast tracks topics you need to know from leaders you want to know.
In this second season of eight episodes, we look at Supply Chain Digitalization.
EPISODE 7 Digitalization in Transportation
Guest: Amol Naik, Product Manager, HERE Technologies
The pandemic shed a light on the importance of visibility and quality data tracking for transportation companies. While a lot of attention has focused on digitalization in air and ocean, trucking is ripe for more digital technology. Amol Naik from the German tracking and tracing solutions company HERE Technologies talks about the benefits of implementing digital technologies in all modes of transportation and what impacts it has on the future of supply chains.
Moderator: Diane Rand, managing editor, CSCMP’s Supply Chain Quarterly
Supply Chain in the Fast Lane is sponsored by DHL
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The Council of Supply Chain Management Professionals (CSCMP) and CSCMP’s Supply Chain Quarterly bring you a new podcast filled with deep industry discussions. We talk to today’s top thought innovators, spanning topics across the entire supply chain. Supply Chain in the Fast Lane fast tracks topics you need to know from leaders you want to know.
In this second season of eight episodes, we look at Supply Chain Digitalization.
EPISODE 5: The Internet of Things
The Internet of Things (IOT) has the power to turn your supply chain into a hyperconnected network with all your automation, sensors, and devices constantly sending you a wealth of data. Divya Prakash, director of business consulting for Industry 4.0 from the sensor company SICK, helps unpack how IoT is transforming the supply chain and the exciting opportunities that lie ahead.
Moderator: Susan Lacefield, executive editor, CSCMP’s Supply Chain Quarterly
Supply Chain in the Fast Lane is sponsored by DHL
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The Council of Supply Chain Management Professionals (CSCMP) and CSCMP’s Supply Chain Quarterly bring you a new podcast filled with deep industry discussions. We talk to today’s top thought innovators, spanning topics across the entire supply chain. Supply Chain in the Fast Lane fast tracks topics you need to know from leaders you want to know.
In this second season of eight episodes, we look at Supply Chain Digitalization.
EPISODE 5: Digitalization of Distribution
What are the benefits of adding digitalization and automation to your distribution operations? How do you begin to formulate a digitalization strategy? Norm Saenz, partner and managing director from the consulting firm St. Onge, helps us answer these and other pressing questions in this episode of Supply Chain in the Fast Lane.
Moderator: Susan Lacefield, executive editor, CSCMP’s Supply Chain Quarterly
Supply Chain in the Fast Lane is sponsored by DHL
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The Council of Supply Chain Management Professionals (CSCMP) and CSCMP’s Supply Chain Quarterly bring you a new podcast filled with deep industry discussions. We talk to today’s top thought innovators, spanning topics across the entire supply chain. Supply Chain in the Fast Lane fast tracks topics you need to know from leaders you want to know.
In this second season of eight episodes, we look at Supply Chain Digitalization.
EPISODE 4: The convergence of AI and Robotics
While artificial intelligence (AI) has been around for a number of years, it’s only been recently that we have been seeing the application of this technology in the intralogistics and logistics realm. In this interview, Anu Saha, head of product marketing for the AI robotics firm Covariant, talks about some exciting applications that are driving efficiencies in today’s supply chains.
Moderator: Susan Lacefield, executive editor, CSCMP’s Supply Chain Quarterly
Supply Chain in the Fast Lane is sponsored by DHL
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The Council of Supply Chain Management Professionals (CSCMP) and CSCMP’s Supply Chain Quarterly bring you a new podcast filled with deep industry discussions. We talk to today’s top thought innovators, spanning topics across the entire supply chain. Supply Chain in the Fast Lane fast tracks topics you need to know from leaders you want to know.
In this second season of eight episodes, we look at Supply Chain Digitalization.
EPISODE 3: Robotics and Automation
For many companies, the way to remain competitive in today’s world means adopting robotics and automation into their supply chains. Jim Lawton, vice president and general manager of robotics automation for Zebra Technologies, discusses the ways in which robots can be the difference makers for supply chains now and into the future.
Moderator: Diane Rand, managing editor, CSCMP’s Supply Chain Quarterly
Supply Chain in the Fast Lane is sponsored by DHL Supply Chain
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- Learn more about CSCMP
- Join the CSCMP community
- CSCMP's Supply Chain Quarterly
- Subscribe to CSCMP's Supply Chain Quarterly
- Sign up for our FREE newsletters
- Listen to our sister podcast, Top 10 Supply Chain Threats
- Advertise with CSCMP's Supply Chain Quarterly
The Council of Supply Chain Management Professionals (CSCMP) and CSCMP’s Supply Chain Quarterly bring you a new podcast filled with deep industry discussions. We talk to today’s top thought innovators, spanning topics across the entire supply chain. Supply Chain in the Fast Lane fast tracks topics you need to know from leaders you want to know.
In this second season of eight episodes, we look at Supply Chain Digitalization.
EPISODE 2: Digital Twins
What is a digital twin, and how can it be applied in the supply chain? Russ Meller, principal scientist for the integration company Fortna, helps unpack what this technology is and what its benefits are.
Moderator: Susan Lacefield, executive editor, CSCMP’s Supply Chain Quarterly
Supply Chain in the Fast Lane is sponsored by DHL
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The Council of Supply Chain Management Professionals (CSCMP) and CSCMP’s Supply Chain Quarterly bring you a new podcast filled with deep industry discussions. We talk to today’s top thought innovators, spanning topics across the entire supply chain. Supply Chain in the Fast Lane fast tracks topics you need to know from leaders you want to know.
In this second season of eight episodes, we look at Supply Chain Digitalization.
EPISODE 1: Digital Supply Chains
What exactly do we mean by a digital supply chain? What technologies are involved, and what are some of the potential benefits? Kathy Gramling from the consulting company EY answers these and other questions as we lay the groundwork for our new eight-part podcast series on supply chain digitalization.
Moderator: Susan Lacefield, executive editor, CSCMP’s Supply Chain Quarterly
Supply Chain in the Fast Lane is sponsored by DHL
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The Council of Supply Chain Management Professionals (CSCMP) and CSCMP’s Supply Chain Quarterly bring you a new podcast filled with deep industry discussions. We talk to today’s top thought innovators, spanning topics across the entire supply chain. Supply Chain in the Fast Lane fast tracks topics you need to know from leaders you want to know.
In this first season of eight episodes, we look at the State of Logistics.
EPISODE 8: THIRD PARTY LOGISTICS (3PL)
Have relationships between third-party logistics providers (3PL) and their customers shifted due to the pandemic and the resulting supply chain turbulence? Will this year see a lot of merger and acquisition activity? Andy Moses, senior vice president of sales and solutions for Penske Logistics, discusses these and other trends on the horizon for the 3PL space.
Moderator: Susan Lacefield, executive editor, CSCMP’s Supply Chain Quarterly
Supply Chain in the Fast Lane is sponsored by Here Technologies.
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The Council of Supply Chain Management Professionals (CSCMP) and CSCMP’s Supply Chain Quarterly bring you a new podcast filled with deep industry discussions. We talk to today’s top thought innovators, spanning topics across the entire supply chain. Supply Chain in the Fast Lane fast tracks topics you need to know from leaders you want to know.
In this first season of eight episodes, we look at the State of Logistics.
EPISODE 7: Rail
Regulatory constraints and a tight labor market will continue to affect rail freight service into 2022. Todd Tranausky, vice president of rail and intermodal at freight forecasting company FTR Transportation Intelligence, discusses what shippers can expect from rail and what trends to watch for as we ease into a post-pandemic environment.
Moderator: Diane Rand, managing editor, CSCMP’s Supply Chain Quarterly
Supply Chain in the Fast Lane is sponsored by Here Technologies.
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The Council of Supply Chain Management Professionals (CSCMP) and CSCMP’s Supply Chain Quarterly bring you a new podcast filled with deep industry discussions. We talk to today’s top thought innovators, spanning topics across the entire supply chain. Supply Chain in the Fast Lane fast tracks topics you need to know from leaders you want to know.
In this first season of eight episodes, we look at the State of Logistics.
EPISODE 6: AIR FREIGHT
Last year saw air freight rates shoot sky high as demand took off but capacity remained tight. Will this trend continue into 2022? Balika Sonnthalia, a partner at the global consulting company Kearney, discusses the capacity and rate outlook for air freight in 2022 as well as long-term trends that are hovering on the industry’s horizon.
Moderator: Susan Lacefield, executive editor, CSCMP’s Supply Chain Quarterly
Supply Chain in the Fast Lane is sponsored by Here Technologies.
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The Council of Supply Chain Management Professionals (CSCMP) and CSCMP’s Supply Chain Quarterly bring you a new podcast filled with deep industry discussions. We talk to today’s top thought innovators, spanning topics across the entire supply chain. Supply Chain in the Fast Lane fast tracks topics you need to know from leaders you want to know.
In this first season of eight episodes, we look at the State of Logistics.
EPISODE 5: Warehousing
The demand for warehousing space has skyrocketed over the past few years. John Boyd Jr., principal at consultancy The Boyd Company, examines whether the industry in on pace for another record year in 2022, the key drivers to increased warehousing demand, and what shippers should expect with rent rate increases.
Moderator: Diane Rand, managing editor, CSCMP’s Supply Chain Quarterly
Supply Chain in the Fast Lane is sponsored by Here Technologies.
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The Council of Supply Chain Management Professionals (CSCMP) and CSCMP’s Supply Chain Quarterly bring you a new podcast filled with deep industry discussions. We talk to today’s top thought innovators, spanning topics across the entire supply chain. Supply Chain in the Fast Lane fast tracks topics you need to know from leaders you want to know.
In this first season of eight episodes, we look at the State of Logistics.
EPISODE 4: Trucking
Buckle up, because 2022 is sure to be another wild ride for the trucking industry. Tyler Higgins, managing director at the consulting firm Aarete, talks about just some of the challenges ahead and what shippers and providers can do to mitigate them. What should you be expecting? Rates to climb, and capacity and labor to remain tight while companies turn to technology for help.
Moderator: Susan Lacefield, executive editor, CSCMP’s Supply Chain Quarterly
Supply Chain in the Fast Lane is sponsored by Here Technologies.
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The Council of Supply Chain Management Professionals (CSCMP) and CSCMP’s Supply Chain Quarterly bring you a new podcast filled with deep industry discussions. We talk to today’s top thought innovators, spanning topics across the entire supply chain. Supply Chain in the Fast Lane fast tracks topics you need to know from leaders you want to know.
In this first season of eight episodes, we look at the State of Logistics.
In this episode, we look at the parcel market. After the explosive growth in the parcel sector over the past two years, will the rest of 2022 bring the same rate of growth or will it ease back a bit? As rates and surcharges increase, what actions can shippers take to mitigate the effects? Jack Ampuja, president of consulting firm Supply Chain Optimizers, tackles these questions and more.
Our moderator is Diane Rand, managing editor of Supply Chain Quarterly.
Supply Chain in the Fast Lane is sponsored by Here Technologies.
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The Council of Supply Chain Management Professionals (CSCMP) and CSCMP’s Supply Chain Quarterly bring you a new podcast filled with deep industry discussions. We talk to today’s top thought innovators, spanning topics across the entire supply chain. Supply Chain in the Fast Lane fast tracks topics you need to know from leaders you want to know.
In this first season of eight episodes, we look at the State of Logistics.
When it comes to ocean shipping, it feels like everything is just stuck. Ports are congested and equipment utilization has been cut in half, while rates continue to rise higher and higher. This week’s guest Patrik Berglund, CEO and co-founder of the benchmarking and analytics platform Xeneta, talks about what companies can expect for the rest of the year and how to direct their negotiation efforts.
Our moderator is Susan Lacefield, executive editor of Supply Chain Quarterly.
Supply Chain in the Fast Lane is sponsored by Here Technologies.
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The Council of Supply Chain Management Professionals (CSCMP) and CSCMP’s Supply Chain Quarterly bring you a new podcast filled with deep industry discussions. We talk to today’s top thought innovators, spanning topics across the entire supply chain. Supply Chain in the Fast Lane fast tracks topics you need to know from leaders you want to know.
In this first season of eight episodes, we look at the State of Logistics.
This episode focuses on inventories. Our guest is Zac Rogers, assistant professor at Colorado State University. Our moderator is Diane Rand, managing editor of Supply Chain Quarterly.
Supply Chain in the Fast Lane is sponsored by Here Technologies.
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The Council of Supply Chain Management Professionals (CSCMP) and CSCMP’s Supply Chain Quarterly bring you a new podcast filled with deep industry discussions. We talk to today’s top thought innovators, spanning topics across the entire supply chain. Supply Chain in the Fast Lane fast tracks topics you need to know from leaders you want to know.
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Guest: Melanie Nuce of GS1 U.S. shares how developing uniform standards can ease labor burdens.
10:35
Guest: Meredith Singletary, senior human resources director at DHL, shares how shippers can work with logistics providers to address labor shortages.
9:04
Guest: Rosemary Coates, executive director of the Reshoring Institute, shares that a lack of skilled workers is hindering reshoring efforts.
12:28
Guest: Shekar Natarajan, chief supply chain officer at American Eagle Outfitters, speaks on his company's employee recruitment and retention best practices.
13:22
Guest: Charlie Saffro, president and founder of CS Recruiting on retaining employees
13:08
Guest: Mike Regan of TranzAct on responding to the labor crisis
10:15
Guest: Claudia Knowlton-Chike, a retired supply chain executive, speaks on recruiting a diverse talent base
10:56
Guest: Mark Baxa of CSCMP on how CSCMP is helping members to address the labor crunch
10:03
Guest: Brian Gallagher of Ware2Go on Machine Learning
9:44
Guest: Amol Naik of HERE Technologies on the digitalization of transportation
9:29
Guest: Divya Prakash from the sensor company SICK discusses the opportunities that the Internet of Things (IoT) technologies bring to supply chains.
13:50
Guest: Norm Saenz of St. Onge Co. on digitalization of distribution.
11:04
Guest: Anu Saha of Covariant discusses the convergence of artificial intelligence (AI) and robotics.
11:08
Guest: Jim Lawton of Zebra Technologies discusses robotics and automation
14:34
Guest: Russ Meller of Fortna discusses the advantages of digital twins.
13:18
Guest: Kathy Gramling of EY defines what it means to digitalize supply chains and the benefits that result.
9:46
THIRD PARTY LOGISTICS: Guest: Andy Moses of Penske Logistics discusses the current state of the 3PL market.
9:54
RAIL FREIGHT: Guest: Todd Tranausky of FTR Transportation Intelligence discusses what shippers can expect from rail freight and what trends to watch for as we ease into a post-pandemic environment.
10:58
AIR: Guest: Balika Sonnthalia of Kearney examines capacity and the rate outlook for the rest of 2022.
14:50
WAREHOUSING: Guest: John Boyd, Jr. peeks inside the nation's warehouses and shares what is in store for the distribution industry.
9:36
TRUCKING: Guest: Tyler Higgins shares the wild ride of today's trucking industry.
16:00
PARCEL: Guest Jack Ampuja explores the current state of the parcel industry and what shippers can expect for rates for the remainder of the year.
11:43
OCEAN SHIPPING AND PORTS: Guest Patrik Berglund of Xeneta discusses the latest on life on the water.
9:46
INVENTORIES: Zac Rogers of Colorado State University tells us the death of JIT has been greatly exaggerated - and what's likely ahead.
13:45
Introducing Supply Chain in the Fast Lane
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