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Eric Kreuger, president and cofounder of Navix, sits down with FreightWaves lead Brielle Jaekel to discuss automation in invoicing and its position in 3PLs. He details important trends that affect the industry and how businesses should look at automation. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Cargado’s CEO & Co-founder Matt Silver breaks down the changing role of third-party logistics providers (3PLs) in light of nearshoring initiatives. From the challenges of a global supply chain and the adoption of innovative technologies, we cover it all. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Kaylee Nix sits down with REPOWR’s AJ Cheek to learn why brokers can benefit from trailer sharing and how asset management can be rethought. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Transportation attorney Matthew Leffler dives into the intersection of regulations and legal liabilities in the industry. From freight broker liability cases reaching the Supreme Court to the implications of speed limiters on trucks, Leffler sheds light on key legal developments shaping the landscape in 2023 and anticipates emerging challenges for 2024. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The conversation, featuring John Stauffer, co-founder and COO of Isometric Technologies, explores the evolving significance of data in logistics, its impact on decision-making for shipper and carrier interactions, challenges in leveraging data, fostering a data-driven culture, and ISO's role in enabling data-driven strategies. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
In this fireside chat, Brian Armieri, Managing Partner with Third Axiom Solutions, joins to talk about how AI is changing the way 3PL’s view data and their analytics capabilities. We look at how AI is changing strategy in addition to capabilities. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
FreightWaves lead Brielle Jaekel talks with Truck Stop Chief Relationship Officer Brent Hutto about the market conditions for freight and his insights on the industry based on Truck Stop’s data. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
In this fireside chat, Tom Curee, president of Qued joins us to talk about the current state of appointment scheduling and how new technologies and automation are improving the process. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
In this fireside chat, Ryan Schreiber, chief growth officer at Metafora, engages in a conversation with FreightWaves' Grace Sharkey, diving into the critical considerations leaders must ponder when assessing their companies' FreightTech requirements. They dissect the distinction between early and late technology adoption, pinpointing the key business challenges that necessitate resolution. Moreover, they explore strategies for selecting technology partners capable of providing ongoing support amidst future scalability endeavors. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The M&A market was white hot for so long, but where does it stand now? Gaurang Shastri, Managing Director at Lincoln International, and FreightWaves’ Mary O’Connell sit down to dive deep into the outlook for M&A for 2024 and what potential trends could emerge for the year. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
In this fireside chat, Walter “Mitch” Mitchell, CEO of Tai Software joins us to talk about recent developments and innovations impacting freight broker software. We dive into how automation and AI are changing operations and workflows while removing needless manual tasks. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Kaylee Nix & Anne Reinke sit down to talk about relationship maintenance and why it is crucial to keep up with your people not only to make money, but also to avoid fraud. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
This keynote address will feature Doug Waggoner, CEO of Echo Global Logistics, and his take on where the freight market stands and what the prognosis is for the rest of the year. A true test to see how resilient the supply chain can be coming out of a recessionary period. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Casey Armstrong, chief marketing officer at ShipBob, and FreightWaves' Tony Mulvey dive into the recent Black Friday shopping holiday and how e-commerce shopping has evolved over recent years. The discussion will look into the future of outsourced fulfillment, allowing for brands to focus on product development and sales and marketing of their core business, while eliminating chokepoints in the fulfillment process. Casey Armstrong - CMO - ShipBob Tony Mulvey - Analyst - FreightWaves Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Matt Gloeb and Anthony Smith discuss the importance of partnerships and what is needed to bring continued sustainability and innovation to the rail industry. Matthew Gloeb - General Director, Planning and Product Development - Union Pacific Railroad Anthony Smith - Chief Economist - FreightWaves Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Join Wabash's VP of Sales as they explore the dynamic trailer market of 2023, highlighting the strategic role of trailers in transportation. Learn about Wabash's impactful Trailers-as-a-Service platform and the recent expansion through a partnership with Fernweh Group. Gain insights into 2024's challenges and opportunities, concluding with a forward-looking perspective on the evolving landscape for carriers, brokers, and shippers. Tim Griesgraber - VP of Sales - Wabash Grace Sharkey - Staff Writer - FreightWaves Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Kaylee Nix sits down with Dr. Alex Scott from UT Knoxville to talk about the difficulties that come with measuring your emissions and what needs to change for companies to get to net zero. Alex Scott - Associate Professor of Supply Chain Management - Haslam College of Business, University of Tennessee Kaylee Nix - Reporter - FreightWaves Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
In this fireside chat, Mike Branch, vice president of data & analytics at Geotab, joins us to talk about Generative AI and its possible impacts on the domestic supply chain. Mike Branch - VP of Data & Analytics - Geotab Thomas Wasson - Enterprise Trucking Carrier Expert - FreightWaves Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
In this fireside chat, Todd Fowler, director of strategic partnerships at Autotech Ventures, describes the dynamic landscape of transportation and logistics technologies that captivate investors today. The conversation spans Fowler’s areas of interest while shedding light on trends that hold promise for the future of the industry. Fowler also provides valuable insights and highlights the common denominators among successful portfolio companies. Todd Fowler - Director, Strategic Partners - Autotech Ventures Grace Sharkey - Staff Writer - FreightWaves Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Brian Rafferty, Director of Brokerage at Capacity & Service Solutions sits down with FreightWaves’ Mary O’Connell to break down what the future looks like for 3PLs in 2024 and the importance of planning for the unexpected. Brian Rafferty - Director of Brokerage - Capacity & Service Solutions Inc. Mary O'Connell - Freight Broker/3PL Expert - FreightWaves Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Making metal move with Turvo. How Technology helps with inventory, logistics, and ultimately profits while amplifying customer experience. Kyle Wegman - Vice President of Product - Turvo Thomas Wasson - Enterprise Trucking Carrier Expert - FreightWaves Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Anthony Smith and Henrik Bergsager dive into the future of warehousing and how AI will level the playing field for small and medium players. Henrik Bergsager - Chief Revenue Officer - Powerhouse AI Anthony Smith - Chief Economist - FreightWaves Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Kaylee Nix talks to Anoop Mohandas from Crowley about the role AI will play in supply chain as the technology continues to develop. Anoop Mohandas - Product Manager - Crowley Maritime Kaylee Nix - Reporter - FreightWaves Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
In this fireside chat Brent Hutto, Chief Relationship Officer with Truckstop joins us to talk about freight market conditions, state of capacity, and what issues are impacting the marketplace moving into 2024. Brent Hutto - Chief Relationship Officer - Truckstop.com Thomas Wasson - Enterprise Trucking Carrier Expert - FreightWaves Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Antwan Banks, NMFTA's Director of Enterprise Security, highlights the evolving cyber threat landscape in the supply chain industry, identifying vulnerabilities and discussing reasons for increased susceptibility. The chat emphasizes NMFTA's ongoing initiatives to bolster cybersecurity, concluding with practical guidance for supply chain participants and the organization's resources for informed decision-making. Antwan Banks - Director of Enterprise Security - National Motor Freight Traffic Association Grace Sharkey - Staff Writer - FreightWaves Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Walter (Mitch) Mitchell, CEO at Tai Software sits down with FreightWaves’ Mary O’Connell to answer the ultimate question: “Build or buy a TMS?” Mitch breaks down the pros and cons of each side and factors that are crucial to knowing what the right answer should be. Walter Mitchell - CEO - Tai Software Mary O'Connell - Freight Broker/3PL Expert - FreightWaves Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Summary Join us for a riveting keynote at the Domestic Supply Chain Summit where Thomas Wasson interviews Jared Weisfeld, the Chief Strategy Officer at RXO. They delve into the future of the supply chain industry, discussing the outlook for 2024, inventory positions, consumer health, capacity exits, the shift from goods to services, nearshoring trends, and the significance of strategic planning and execution in the industry. Key Highlights - Inventory positions for retail and e-commerce customers, a concern in 2023, have shown improvement as we head into 2024. - The health of consumers and the shift in the mix between goods and services were significant factors impacting the supply chain in 2023. - The rate of carrier attrition and capacity exits continue to be critical considerations for the freight economy. - Nearshoring is emerging as a long-term trend with potential positive impacts on the US freight economy. - Investments in technology and fostering strong customer relationships are pivotal strategies for success in the supply chain industry. - Leading indicators such as load-to-truck ratios, tender rejection rates, and carrier capacity exits are key to predicting market trends. Guests Jared Weisfeld serves as the Chief Strategy Officer at RXO. With a rich background in the technology sector, Jared joined the company in 2023. He is responsible for steering the strategic direction of the company and has played a crucial role in harnessing technology to enhance operations. Resources - rxo.com Action Steps - Stay informed about the state of the supply chain by monitoring inventory positions and consumer health. - Evaluate the potential benefits of nearshoring for your business and explore growth opportunities in this area. - Invest in technology to boost efficiency and service in the supply chain industry. - Maintain robust relationships with customers and adapt to their evolving needs. - Keep an eye on leading indicators such as load-to-truck ratios, tender rejection rates, and carrier capacity exits to anticipate market trends. Listener Challenge Seize the opportunity to strategically invest in your business and deepen your connection with customers during market downturns. Next Steps To learn more about RXO and how they can bolster your business in the supply chain industry, visit rxo.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Nigel Hysom - SVP, Global Enterprise Sales - Transcard Dan Heinen - CEO - Kleinschmidt Peter Gowanlock - VP, Supply Chain Solutions - KNNX Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Sean Laidacker - Managing Director - Loyalty Logistics Anthony Smith - Chief Economist - FreightWaves Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jeff Ogren - President - Zelh Logistics Anthony Smith - Chief Economist - FreightWaves Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
