Consulting Logistics presented by FreightPlus: Recent Episodes
Kyle MacNaught
Consulting Logistics presented by FreightPlus is a podcast covering all things logistics, supply chain, transportation, trucking, tech, and news.
In this episode of Consulting Logistics, FreightPlus subject matter experts provide a detailed analysis of the transportation market for the month of January 2022. They break down:
- Pivotal events from the month
- Different Transportation Modes
- Indicators for what's to come
Links from Episode
January 2022 Market Report
Jessica Apostolou LinkedIn
Dan Burke LinkedIn
Chris Gula LinkedIn
Connor Kerwin LinkedIn
Justin Murch LinkedIn
Joe Nestor LinkedIn
SCU30 is where we talk with professionals under the age of thirty currently working the supply chain. In this week’s episode of #ConsultingLogistics, we sit down for a highly anticipated part 2 with Chelsea Howard, Account Manager at FreightPlus. She gives insight into the benefits of process improvements and what brought her from Florida to FreightPlus.
We discuss:
- Her time at Transplace
- Navigating a new industry
- How to create a good reputation in the workplace
Links from Episode:
Chelsea Howard LinkedIn
In this episode of Consulting Logistics, FreightPlus subject matter experts provide a detailed analysis of the transportation market for the month of December 2021. They break down:
- Pivotal events from the month
- Different Transportation Modes
- Indicators for what's to come
Links from Episode
Jessica Apostolou LinkedIn
Dan Burke LinkedIn
With a mission to create a functional and sustainable drink that is better for your body, your brain, and the world, Ryan McDonnell has a lot on his plate. In this episode, we sit down with Ryan to discuss the current state of the caffeinated beverage industry and its supply chain. We will also go into how Ryan and his team are reinventing the industry by taking what is traditionally a discarded byproduct of producing coffee, cascara, and creating the healthy 2 pm pick-me-up.
We will discuss:
- The story of ALLDAE Cascara
- The state of the coffee supply chain
- Growing a sparkling caffeinated beverage company
Links from Episode
ALLDAE Cascara website
In this episode of Consulting Logistics, FreightPlus subject matter experts provide a detailed analysis of the transportation market for the month of November 2021. They break down:
- Pivotal events from the month
- Different Transportation Modes
- Indicators for what's to come
Links from Episode
Jessica Apostolou LinkedIn
Dan Burke LinkedIn
To quote Susan Taylor Martin, Chief Executive at BSI "The past few years have put a spotlight on global supply chains and reinforced their crucial role in our day-to-day life. Because of this unprecedented moment, the supply chain is about to have a make-or-break year and needs to be right at the top of the C-suite agenda.” Unfortunately for organizations, supply chain and logistics programs are at risk. In this episode Jim Yarbrough, Global Intelligence Program Manager at BSI joins to provide some insights on the recently released report “Delivering Supply Chain Resilience: The five questions we need to answer in 2022” by BSI.
We will discuss:
- The importance of 2022 will have in supply chains
- Five key themes for a successful and sustainable supply chain
Links from the Episode
Check out the report here!
Contact Jim Yarbrough at screen@bsigroup.com
In this episode of Consulting Logistics, Vice President of Operations at FreightPlus, Chris Peckham, provides a detailed analysis of the transportation market for the month of October 2021. Chris will break down:
- Pivotal events from the month
- Different Transportation Modes
- Indicators for what's to come
Links from Episode:
October Market Report Download
Chris Peckham LinkedIn
The price of gas is on the rise (50% in 2021) during what has historically been when they ease in the US. In order to help explain why gas prices are rising and what to expect in the future, VP of Operations at FreightPlus, Chris Peckham joins Consulting Logistics. In this episode we will discuss:
- How oil prices are created
- Historical data
- Rough predictions for the future
Links from Episode:
FreightPlus Market Report Download
Chris Peckham LinkedIn
SCU30 is where we talk with professionals under the age of thirty currently working the supply chain. This week’s episode of #ConsultingLogistics, we sit down with Chelsea Howard, Executive Account Manager at FreightPlus. Learn all about her background and how she ended up here!
We discuss:
- How she seized her opportunities
- The importance of networking
- The value of being presence
Links from Episode:
Chelsea Howard LinkedIn
In this episode of Consulting Logistics, Vice President of Operations at FreightPlus, Chris Peckham, provides a detailed analysis of the transportation market for the month of September 2021. Chris will break down:
- Pivotal events from the month
- Different Transportation Modes
- Indicators for what's to come
Links from Episode:
September Market Report Download
Chris Peckham LinkedIn
In this episode of #ConsultingLogistics, older friend of the show and Practice Director for Security and Resilience at BSI, Tony Pelli comes on to discuss the topic that has everyone buzzing, holiday shipping. In this conversation Tony will use his specialty of assessing risk in global supply chains to provides context the upcoming season including:
- The risk factors contributing to the impact
- Why is this year predicted to be worse than last year?
- Addressing the risk as a company
Links from Episode
Tony Pelli LinkedIn
In honor of National Truck Driver Appreciation week, Sept 12-18, we wanted to provide context around an industry that is vital to our lives. But it’s been estimated that over the next 10 years, the trucking industry will need to hire roughly 1.1 million new drivers, or an average of nearly 110,000 per year according to a report published in July of 2019 by the ATA (American Trucking Association). In this episode, Jill Clifford, President at FreightPlus, joins the show to talk about impact the aging workforce has on capacity and what is being done about it. In this conversation Jill provides context around:
- The scope of the impact
- Factors that contribute to the problem
- Potential programs to re-energize the sector
Links From Episode:
Jill Clifford LinkedIn
In this episode of Consulting Logistics, Vice President of Operations at FreightPlus, Chris Peckham, provides a detailed analysis of the transportation market for the month of August 2021. Chris will break down:
- Pivotal events from the month
- Different Transportation Modes
- Indicators for what's to come
Links from Episode:
August Market Report Download
Chris Peckham LinkedIn
SCU30 is where we talk with professionals under the age of thirty currently working the supply chain. This week’s episode of #ConsultingLogistics, we sit down with Connor Kerwin, Carrier Representative for FreightPlus. Learn how one job fair his senior year had him hooked on shipping.
They break down:
- Growing up in Maine
- Lessons learned while attending Maine Maritime Academy
- Getting a job in the height of the pandemic
Links from Episode:
Connor Kerwin LinkedIn
Throughout 2021, driver (and other workers) shortage has been the main concern for Less-Than-Truckload and all transportation modes. As carriers create programs to recruit and retainer drivers, there has been a concern about the quality of workers. In this episode of Consulting Logistics, Chris Gula, director of LTL operations at FreightPlus, joins the show to share his knowledge on what LTL carriers are doing and how a company's transportation teams should be proactively responding.
We will discuss:
- The implications to the mode
- How Carriers are addressing the concern
- What operations team can do today to set themselves up for the future
Links from Episode:
Chris Gula LinkedIn
SCU30 is where we talk with professionals under the age of thirty currently working the supply chain. This week’s episode of #ConsultingLogistics, we sit down with Henley Kibler from FreightWise. Learn all about how he discovered his love for logistics by working as a tour manager for some of the top entertainment acts and his take on how technology is changing the supply chain industry.
They break down:
- His time as a collegiate cheerleader
- Problem solving on the road
- Advice he has for people looking to join the industry
Links from Episode:
Henley Kibler LinkedIn
hkibler@freightwise.com
In this episode of Consulting Logistics, Vice President of Operations at FreightPlus, Chris Peckham, provides a detailed analysis of the transportation market for the month of July 2021. Chris will break down:
- Pivotal events from the month
- Different Transportation Modes
- Indicators for what's to come
Links from Episode:
July Market Report Download
Chris Peckham LinkedIn
SCU30 is where we talk with professionals under the age of thirty currently working the supply chain. In this episode of #ConsultingLogistics, we sit down with Marketing Intern, Lucy Smith, rising Junior and collegiate athlete at Bryant University. Learn about how the Global Supply Chain Management major decided on her career choice in the middle of a pandemic and her experience working with FreightPlus.
They discuss:
- How soccer shaped her work ethic
- Her background in business
- The importance of internships in college
Lucy Smith LinkedIn
SCU30 is where we talk with professionals under the age of thirty currently working the supply chain. In this episode of #ConsultingLogistics, we meet Andrew Cameron, Communications Professional in the maritime and space industries. Learn about how he navigated his way in the supply chain industry, working all over the world, and advice he has for people in his position.
They will discuss:
- His experience in Hong Kong
- Working at the largest container terminal in the world
- Time spent on the Hill at Washington D.C.
Links from Episode
Andrew Cameron LinkedIn
Andrew Cameron Twitter
In this week’s episode of #ConsultingLogistics, FreightPlus CEO Steve Aborn sits down with CarrierDirect's Ryan Schreiber. They discuss everything from autonomous vehicles to the liability on shippers and brokers to the working from home culture. Learn all about Schreiber’s mindset and his takes on the transportation market.
In this jam-packed episode, they break down:
- Ryan’s role as an influencer in the industry
- The problems with trucking
- His predications to how the market will change
Ryan Schreiber LinkedIn
SCU30 is where we talk with professionals under the age of thirty currently working the supply chain. In this episode of Consulting Logistics, we sit down with Dhairya Patel, Supply Chain Evangelist. With one degree in Mechanical Engineering, and another in Industrial Engineering on the way, Patel knows the ins and out of networking. Learn all about how he used a social networking platform to his advantage and how you can do the same.
We will discuss:
- Growing up in India
- Utilizing a gap year during the pandemic
- Advice for people starting in the supply chain field
Dhairya Patel LinkedIn
In this episode of Consulting Logistics, Vice President of Operations at FreightPlus, Chris Peckham, provides a detailed analysis of the transportation market for the month of June 2021. Chris will break down:
- Pivotal events from the month
- Different Transportation Modes
- Indicators for what's to come
Links from Episode:
June Market Report Download
Chris Peckham LinkedIn
SCU30 is where we talk with professionals under the age of thirty currently working the supply chain. In this episode of Consulting Logistics, Mauricio Solano is the Head of Sales and Engineering at BotAutomations who got off to an early start in the industry. Learn all about his outlook on being on the younger side in the supply chain industry and how he reached his success.
We will discuss:
- Landing a job during his second year of college
- His positive mindset and incredible work ethic
- Advice he has to young professionals in the industry
Links From Episode:
Mauricio Solano LinkedIn
SCU30 is where we talk with professionals under the age of thirty currently working the supply chain. In this episode of Consulting Logistics, we sit down with Clay Phillips, Business Development Manager at Supply Chain Now, to talk about his journey in the industry. The former college football player explains how joining a startup led to his career in the supply chain.
We will discuss:
- What he does at Supply Chain Now
- Graduating during a pandemic
- Clay’s advice for people starting out in the supply chain industry
Links From Episode:
Clay Phillips LinkedIn
Supply Chain Now
In this episode of Consulting Logistics, Vice President of Operations at FreightPlus, Chris Peckham, provides a detailed analysis of the transportation market for the month of May 2021. Chris will break down:
- Pivotal events from the month
- Different Transportation Modes
- Indicators for what's to come
Links from Episode:
May Market Report Download
Chris Peckham LinkedIn
In this episode, Chris Gula, Director of Operations at FreightPlus, explains the current state of the less-than-truckload mode. Chris has actively talked to and communicated with every carrier on the top 25 list (revenue-based) over the past 30 days about their current environment. We discuss:
- How the mode performed so far
- What are the major issues affecting the mode
- Realistic outlook for the rest of 2021?
Links from Episode:
Chris Gula LinkedIn
May Transportation Market Report
CGula@FreightPlus.io
SCU30 is where we talk with professionals under the age of thirty currently working the supply chain. In this episode, Francois Jaffres joins the show to talk about his journey into the supply chain. Learn how this entrepreneur used his experience in selling candy as a kid to join the supply chain. In this conversation Francois will discuss:
- Where he found his hustle
- Values he learned from growing up with a single mother
- His passion for helping
Links from Episode:
Francois Jaffres LinkedIn
Link Up Leaders Podcast
In this episode, Jessica Apostolou, Director of Customer Solutions at FreightPlus, joins the show to help explain why a company needs to have great insights into its transportation programs. We will discuss:
- The differences between programs with insights and ones without
- How to get started
Links from Episode:
Performance vs. Productivity: An Ops Love Story
Jessica Apostolou LinkedIn
JApostolou@FreightPlus.io
In this episode of Consulting Logistics, Vice President of Operations at FreightPlus, Chris Peckham, provides a detailed analysis of the transportation market for the month of April 2021. Chris will break down:
- Pivotal events from the month
- Different Transportation Modes
- Indicators for what's to come
Links from Episode:
April Market Report Download
Chris Peckham LinkedIn
SCU30 is where we talk with professionals under the age of thirty currently working the supply chain. In this episode, Jon Schaub, joins the show to talk about his journey into the supply chain. Learn how this college quarterback hung up the pads and started calling the plays for logistics. In this conversation Jon will discuss:
- Growing up as the pastor's kid
- Non-profit -> Supply Chain
- Why you should join the industry
Links from Episode:
Jon Schaub LinkedIn
Get to know the latest addition to the FreightPlus team, Jessica Apostolou our director of customer solutions. In this episode, we chat about where Jess found her passion for the supply chain and what she’s excited to bring to FreightPlus.
Links from Episode:
Jessica Apostolou LinkedIn
JApostolou@FreightPlus.io
SCU30 is where we talk with professionals under the age of thirty currently working the supply chain. In this episode, Victoria Brown, joins the show to talk about her amazing experience in the supply chain. Her journey has taken her so many places we didn't even get to touch on everything! In this conversation Victoria shares:
- Her drive and what fascinates her about the supply chain
- Career goals and how to keep working
- Learning when to move on
Links from Episode:
Victoria Brown LinkedIn
CSCMP Young Professionals
In this episode of Consulting Logistics, Vice President of Operations at FreightPlus, Chris Peckham, provides a detailed analysis of the transportation market for the month of March 2021. Chris will break down:
- Pivotal events from the month
- Different Transportation Modes
- Indicators for what's to come
Links from Episode:
March Market Report Download
Chris Peckham LinkedIn
In this episode of Consulting Logistics, Stephen Aborn at FreightPlus, breaks down the benefits of a managed transportation solution. We will discuss:
- Why Managed Transportation Business model vs. other options
- What is managed transportation?
- Benefits
Links from Episode:
Steve Aborn LinkedIn
SCU30 is where we talk with professionals under the age of thirty currently working the supply chain. In this episode, Andrew Cox, Sr. Retail Analyst and Retail Community Leader for FreightWaves, joins the show to talk about his experience in the supply chain. In this conversation Andrew shares:
- The importance of getting experience
- Studying abroad in Amsterdam
- What it's like working in the content side of logistics
Links from Episode:
Andrew Cox LinkedIn
Great Quarter Guys Podcast
Point of Sale Newsletter
FreightWaves Virtual Events
In this episode of Consulting Logistics, Vice President of Operations at FreightPlus, Chris Peckham, provides a detailed analysis of the transportation market for the month of February 2021. Chris will break down:
- Pivotal events from the month
- Different Transportation Modes
- Indicators for what's to come
Links from Episode:
February Market Report Download
Chris Peckham LinkedIn
SCU30 is where we talk with professionals under the age of thirty currently working the supply chain. In this episode, Jackson Alms, Account Manager at FreightPlus, joins the show to talk about his experience in the supply chain. In this conversation Jackson opens up about:
- Studying supply chain abroad in Germany
- "Graduating" during the Pandemic
- Current Role at FreightPlus
Links from Episode:
Jackson Alms LinkedIn
Book discussed in episode
In this episode of Consulting Logistics, Vice President of Operations at FreightPlus, Chris Peckham, provides a detailed analysis of the transportation market for the month of January 2021. Chris will break down:
- Pivotal events from the month
- Different Transportation Modes
- Indicators for what's to come
Links from Episode:
Chris Peckham LinkedIn
SCU30 is where we talk with professionals under the age of thirty currently working the supply chain. In this episode, Frank Li, Data Analyst at FreightPlus, joins the show to talk about his fascinating journey to the supply chain. From being born in China, to working for the NBA and college basketball in data analytics, this episode is a can't miss. In this conversation Frank talks about:
- His Background
- His experience with Supply Chain
- Current Role at FreightPlus
Links from Episode:
Frank Li LinkedIn
What a way to kick off the new year, new brand, same beard. In this episode of Consulting Logistics, Kyle MacNaught takes you through the journey of rebranding and what’s in store this year on Consulting Logistics. Kyle will talk about
- Why FreightPlus
- What does it mean for the future of Consulting Logistics
- 2020 Review
Links from Episode:
FreightPlus.io Website
Kyle MacNaught LinkedIn
Since 1988, the folks at Aborn having been help companies work strategically with transportation providers. From working with Fortune 100 companies on strategic global carrier negotiations to building award-winning propriety analytics software in recent years, Aborn has been at the forefront of change. On today’s episode of Consulting Logistics were going to talk with Jill Clifford and Steve Aborn about the next chapter of Aborn & Co. We will be discussing:
- The Aborn story
- Our exciting announcement
- What’s in the future
Links from Episode:
Jill Clifford LinkedIn
Steve Aborn LinkedIn
In this episode of Consulting Logistics, Kyle MacNaught has Scott W. Luton and Greg White of Supply Chain Now, on to discuss the role content and content producers play in the supply chain.
Links from Episode:
Supply Chain Now
Scott Luton LinkedIn
Greg White LinkedIn
Often when talking about data security, we address it from the IT perspective of what can we do to stay safe but understanding where you are legally liable can be just as important. In this episode, Consulting Logistics host, Kyle MacNaught, chats with Ray Biederman, CEO at Proteus Discovery Group, about the legal perspective of data security. In this conversation we will focus on two important elements:
- eDiscovery
- Information Governance
Links from Episode:
Ray Biederman LinkedIn
Proteus Discovery Website
DiscoveryMaster Website
In this episode of Consulting Logistics, Kyle MacNaught, chats with Chris Peckham, VP of Operations at Aborn & Co., about what we can expect to see as a result of the recent election. They will focus on the following:
- Economic impact
- Trade
- Environment/Fuel
Links from Episode:
Chris Peckham LinkedIn
In this episode, Consulting Logistics host, Jill Clifford, welcomes J.W. Taylor, Owner and Managing Member at Taylor & Associates, to discuss the importance of shipper education. In this conversation we will discuss:
- Where shippers can get themselves in trouble
- Why education is important
- Resources to stay up to date
Links from Episode:
J.W. Taylor LinkedIn
Taylor & Associates Website
SCU30 is where we talk with professionals under the age of thirty currently working the supply chain. In this episode, Consulting Logistics Host, Courtney Conyers, chats with Dan Burke, Carrier Sales Manager at Aborn & Co., about his experience so far in the supply chain. In this conversation Dan talks about:
- What drove him to pursue a career in the industry
- The differences between Midwest and New England supply chains
- How he feels the industry will grow after COVID-19
Links from Episode:
Dan Burke LinkedIn
The Uber for Freight, it is so simple but makes so much sense, especially in the post COVID world. And if the pandemic has shed light on anything for shippers, it is the importance freight technology plays in your day-to-day life. In this episode, Consulting Logistics host, Kyle MacNaught, welcomes Matt Stone, Senior Manager for Enterprise at Uber Freight, to discuss Uber Freight and the importance technology is playing in the freight world. In this conversation we will discuss:
- Uber Freight 101
- Why Shippers need to invest in Freight tech
- Uber Freight’s COVID relief efforts
Links from Episode:
Uber Freight Website
Matt Stone LinkedIn
It's our 100th episode of Consulting Logistics so we brought the OG creator, DOONER, to talk about starting the podcast. We had Steve Aborn jump on to discuss why he values the podcast for Aborn & Co. Dooner and Kyle also discuss some of their favorite experiences hosting the show and what it means for them!
Links from Episode:
Dooner LinkedIn
Freightcast Website
Kyle MacNaught LinkedIn
Since 1965, Chex Finer Foods, the third generation, family-owned specialty and natural foods distributor, has been helping their customers and vendors to grow and succeed. With exceptional customer service, high-quality products, and customized sales programs, Chex “Delivers Excellence” This mantra exists in all aspects of Chex operation including logistics. In this episode, Consulting Logistics host, Steve Aborn, chats with Jeremy Isenberg, President at Chex Finer Foods, about the unique approach to logistics and transportation they take and why it is so valuable. In this conversation we will discuss:
- Chex’s view on the importance of a great logistics operation in a business
- How to get senior management bought in to the supply chain
- Importance of Customer Service
Links from Episode:
Jeremy Isenberg Linkedin
Chex Finer Foods Website
With the entire retail experience in shambles, businesses are scrambling to find creative ways to reach consumers in the post-pandemic world. Enter dark stores, the method of taking traditional retail centers and converting them into fulfillment locations. In this episode, Consulting Logistics host, Kyle MacNaught, will chat with Richard Duncan at DKN Supply Chain, about the rise of the dark stores. In this conversation we will discuss:
- What is a dark store?
- Benefits and cons of the retail type
- Key strategies for effective dark stores
Links from Episode:
Richard Duncan Linkedin
With freight rates in and out of portions of the west coast rising to 80%, shippers are at a loss to understand how a wildfire can be affecting their shipments. In this episode, Consulting Logistics host, Kyle MacNaught, will chat with Michele Steinberg, Division Director for Wildfire at the National Fire Protection Association, regarding the size and impact wildfires have on locations. In this conversation we will discuss:
- Common misconceptions
- Short and Long-term effects they can have
- Mitigation efforts you can do to help your community and business
Links from Episode:
Firewise Website
Michele Steinberg Linkedin
Michele Steinberg Twitter
As rates continue to skyrocket in August, shippers are looking everywhere to understand what is happening. In this episode, Consulting Logistics host, Kyle MacNaught, will chat with Dr. Jason Miller, a tenured Associate Professor of Logistics and the John D. and Dortha J. Withrow Endowed Emerging Scholar at Michigan State University's Eli Broad College of Business, regarding his work in analyzing and forecasting truckload data. In this conversation we will discuss:
- Jason Background and work in logistics
- What factors are causing the current volatility
- Forecasting the future
Links from Episode:
Jason Miller LinkedIn
Back in March of this year, Consulting Logistics host, Kyle MacNaught, got the opportunity to talk with Anthony Petitte of TruckPark about his solution for something every over the road trucker has to deal with, parking. Well since our interview, TruckPark has been BOOMING and we had to get Anthony on the show again to give an update. But this time we are going to include Joshua Walls, COO and Co-Founder of TruckPark. In this conversation we are going to discuss:
- The state of the industry
- What TruckPark has been update
- Future Plans (and some exciting products)
Links from Episode:
TruckPark Website
Joshua Walls LinkedIn
Anthony Petitte LinkedIn
As the world observed the UN’s “World Day Against Trafficking in Persons” on July 30, it is critical to recognize that many global supply chains are powered by human trafficking and forced labor. BSI, the business improvement company, is calling on organizations to assess how they can mitigate the risk of human trafficking in their supply chains and take actionable steps to combat the use of forced labor. In this episode, Consulting Logistics host, Kyle MacNaught, chats with Fred Waelter, Principal Consultant for Sustainable Supply Chains at BSI. In this conversation we will discuss:
- How human trafficking works in the supply chain
- Latest Data and Trends
- Mitigating the Risk
The logistics world was rocked this spring. Although there were many challenges, there were also unexpected positive outcomes. For example, many fleet owners were able to try out new chassis equipment instead of the older, aging pool chassis they had been leasing. In this episode, Consulting Logistics host, Kyle MacNaught, will chat with Doug Hoehn at Milestone. In this conversation we will discuss:
• Chassis role in logistics
• The current environment of the machine
• How Milestone found a solution to a common issue
In this episode, we breakdown 5 ways shippers get tripped up when setting up an EDI connection with a carrier. To help explain the misconceptions and what you can do to course-correct them, I’ve asked Aborn’s Data Integration and Implementation Manager, Bill Muse to join the show.
Links from Episode:
Bill Muse LinkedIn
Courtney Conyers LinkedIn
SCU30 is where we talk with professionals under the age of thirty currently working the supply chain. In this episode, one of the awesome summer interns we had for the first-ever Coronavirus summer, Hayley Mason. Hayley is a rising sophomore at the University of Massachusetts-Amherst majoring in Neuroscience! In this conversation Hayley talks about:
- Her education
- What her experience was like
- What she thinks is going to happen going forward
Links from Episode:
Hayley Mason LinkedIn
In this episode, I will chat with Dr. Ednilson Bernardes. Dr. Bernardes is a professor and coordinator of the Global Supply Chain Management program at West Virginia University. He is an expert in process transformation and supply networks innovation. And He is also one of the authors of the recently released book, Digital Supply Networks. Traditionally, supply chains have been conceived and managed as a discrete sequence of activities, from design, plan, and source to make, deliver, and return. This linear model creates silos of information inside an organization and across its supply network. Piecing together the relevant information for decision making consumes a tremendous amount of time and effort. The contemporary market reality shaped after the "Amazon Effect" had rendered the traditional supply chain operating model inadequate. Disruptive crisis, such as COVID-19, has further highlighted the limitations of the conventional model and accelerated the shift to a digitally-enabled model, the 'Digital Supply Network.' In this conversation we will discuss:
- Roles of Data and Technology play in our current life
- The differences between Supply Chain Management and a Digital Supply Network
- The dynamics of a DSN
Links from Episode:
Ednilson Bernardes LinkedIn
In this episode, Consulting Logistics host, Kyle MacNaught, will chat with Richard Duncan at DKN Supply Chain. In this conversation they will discuss:
- Shipping Challenges in Australia
- How COVID-19 affected the outback
- Exciting Innovations occurring down under
Links from Episode:
Richard Duncan Linkin
In this episode, Consulting Logistics host, Kyle MacNaught, presents some recently created educational resources for supply chain professionals that you aren't going to want to miss! Links from Episode: Kyle MacNaught LinkIn
In this episode, Consulting Logistics host, Kyle MacNaught, will chat with Andrew Clark, founder of Logistics Help. Andrew is on a mission to help small to mid-size enterprises implement high-performance tactics and technology to their supply chain, so they can scale up without stress. Andrew is passionate about logistics and how getting this element right in business can help elevate them to the next level. In this conversation we will discuss:
- Coronavirus and eCommerce
- Sell more with less stock - How inventory planning holds the key to improved profitability
- Speed Sells – Keep your customers coming back with fast, accurate and reliable order fulfillment
Links from the Episode:
Andrew LinkedIn
Logistics Help Website
In this episode, Aborn President, Jill Clifford, chats with Steve Aborn, Director at Aborn & Co., about how to measure market during uncertain times. In this conversation they discuss:
- Data principals needed to react to uncertainty
- Policy and procedures to react fast
- What the future might look like
Links from Episode:
Jill Clifford LinkedIn
Steve Aborn LinkedIn
In this episode, Consulting Logistics host, Kyle MacNaught, will chat with Pervez Mohammed at Prism Market Solutions LLC. Pervez is an international business development consultant solving Marketing, Sales & Market Development challenges. In this conversation we will discuss:
- Pervez’s international background and global experiences in the supply chain
- The importance of seeking great market intelligence to thrive in today’s global world
- Pervez’s view on the impact of Coronavirus on the supply chain
Links from Episode:
Pervez Mohammed LinkedIn
In this episode, we breakdown 5 ways shippers get tripped up when setting up an API connection with a carrier. To help explain the misconceptions and what you can do to course-correct them, I’ve asked Aborn’s Data Integration and Implementation Manager, Bill Muse to join the show.
Links from Episode:
Bill Muse LinkedIn
In this episode, I discuss Supply Chain control towers with Aborn’s Director, Stephen Aborn. We will examine:
- What they are
- The type of capabilities they bring to your operations team
- Differences in a SaaS approach and a control tower approach.
Links from Episode:
Steve Aborn LinkedIn
Chris Peckham, Director of Operations at Aborn & Co., explains small package shipping and it's cost. This conversation is a part of a white paper guide to small package coming Summer 2020.
As all states begin their reopening process Aborn has created a guide to assist logistics operations. Kyle MacNaught talks with Aborn experts regarding the information in the guide.
Links from Episode:
Guide to Reopening
Tony Pelli, a supply chain risk consultant at BSI, provides guidance to carriers and shippers to keep their PPE shipments safe from theft.
Links from Episode:
BSI Coronavirus Resources
Tony Pelli LinkedIn
Anthony Petitte, CEO and Co-Founder of TruckPark, joins Consulting Logistics to discuss the parking dilemma carriers face every day and how their app helps gain back hours.
TruckPark Website
TruckPark LinkedIn
Anthony Petitte LinkedIn
In this episode, Matt Silver, CEO of Forager, joins the show to discuss cross-border shipping and what his company is doing to help shippers move product during the COVID-19 crisis.
Kyle MacNaught lists five lessons he has learned during the Aborn & Co. Coronavirus: Challenges and Best Practices for Transportation Program Round Table Discussion.
Jill Clifford and Steve Aborn provide an honest look at the trials and tribulations of implementing technology into a transportation program.
In this episode, Jennifer Vidette Cannon, Senior Editor for Marketing Land, explains the current environment of email security and how you can stay safe.
Jen Videtta Cannon Twitter
Jen Videtta Cannon LinkedIn
Kyle MacNaught LinkedIn
Round Table Discussion - Coronavirus Challenges and Solutions for Transportation Programs | April 8 at 11:30 am ET
Webinar - Keys to a successful LTL Negotiation Revealed | April 9 at 2:30 pm ET
John Tillison, Sr. VP of Sales and Marketing at A. Duie Pyle to join the show to discuss the current state of the industry and where trucking and logistics are headed. John will discuss the emerging trends and technologies that he believes will have the most disruption in logistics going forward and how Pyle’s business philosophy and culture enable them to address and thrive at the moment.
Consulting Logistics is excited to announce we've been named Top 10 Logistics Industry Podcasts
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Round Table Discussion - Coronavirus Challenges and Solutions for Transportation Programs | April 1 at 11:30 am ET
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In this episode, we share 9 ways you as a shipper can reduce the number of chargebacks you are experiencing in your vendor compliance program.
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In this episode, Blythe Brumleve of Digital Dispatch will provide actionable tips for you to try during your remote work. Blythe recently put out a podcast on the most successful tips for being yourself while working from home which is a must watch/listen to if you haven’t checked it out yet.
Thursday, March 19th 11:30 AM ET, Forum to openly talk about issues for shippers during the coronavirus outbreak.
Blythe links:
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In this episode, get a sneak peek at a roundtable conversation the Aborn experts had regarding the Coronavirus. The team gathered to discuss the best plan of action for a shipper looking to navigate their supply chain during the crisis and how to communicate the decision.
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Aborn Webinar - "Keys to a successful LTL Negotiation Revealed"
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SCU30 is where we talk with professionals under the age of thirty currently working the supply chain. In this episode, CVS Health's Senior Consultant in Inbound Logistics, Maddy Kelley joins the show to give a candid account of her journey in the supply chain.
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Guide to LTL Negotiations
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While 2019 will go down as a trucking nightmare for some as hundreds of carriers, both large and small, shut up shop the big question was why. If you had followed the headlines, insurances was a major factor to blame but is that really the case? To explain the motor carrier insurance market, we’ve asked past guest and insurance guru, Lane Munson VP of Commercial Risk & Benefits at Aon Transportation and Logistics Practice, to join the show. Lane will discuss the reality behind the insurance rates and nuclear verdicts and what carriers are doing to right the ship.
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FREE GUIDE TO LTL NEGOTIATIONS
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In this week’s episode, Aborn's Director of Logistics, Donna Paton joins the show to provide her perspective on data and load planning. Donna has almost 20 years of working in the supply chain and brings a wealth of knowledge and experience to the show. Kyle and Donna chat about the role data takes in her day-to-day and examine how the modern supply chain is still a human endeavor.
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An unfiltered look at what we use to create the Consulting Logistics podcast. Hear the equipment, software and tips from the host Kyle MacNaught. Links to equipment and software discussed below:
Mixer
Mics
Mic stand
Headphones
Cables
Podcast hosting
Audio Recording, Audacity
Audio Recording, Zencastr
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Heavy rain, blizzards and high winds are estimated to cost the trucking industry $3.5 billion a year due to delays. Understanding the issues that are associated with winter weather is the only way to get in front of the storm. To help layout the dangers and what you need to do, I've asked Stephen Aborn, director at Aborn & Co., to join the show. Steve will identify the top four dangers and provide tested solutions to the issues.
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There are a ton of rich insights you as a shipper can gain by looking into your data and to help explain what you could be doing, I’ve asked our negotiation expert, Chris Peckham, to join the show. Chris will discuss how he utilizes our data science team at Aborn to conquer the negotiation of freight to the tune of $20 million in cost savings the past year for our clients.
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In this episode, we take a look at what’s under the hood when it comes to Aborn’s optimization with our Data Scientist, Stephen Ryan. We will discuss our algorithm when it comes to optimization and how it works to help clients see cost savings and sustainability.
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John Hantzis, supply chain logistics manager at Signify, joins the show to discuss his passion, what he sees in the industry and how you can be a quarterback in organized chaos.
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SCU30 is where we talk with professionals under the age of thirty currently working the supply chain. In this episode, Aborn’s operations planner, Colin Fleming sit down to talk about his unique path into the supply chain.
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Former Supply Chain Manager at Amazon, Steve Aborn, discusses what it was like to work for the internet marketplace during the busiest time of the year, December.
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SCU30 is where we talk with professionals under the age of thirty currently working the supply chain. In this episode, the amazing Meagan Kidder, Account Manager at Aborn, discusses how she got involved in logistics, what she likes about it and what sucks, and what advice she has for others thinking about getting involved.
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According to a World Pay survey, 46% of global buyers will transition from a credit card to a digital wallet by 2021, but in the world of freight, most still operate via cash and fleet checks. Creating technology for a historically underserved market can be difficult but it’s a challenge that CEO of RoadSync, Robin Gregg, looks forward to. In this episode, learn how the RoadSync platform is shaping the logistics and transportation industry to increase the visibility and customer experience when it comes to invoices.
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Lane Munson, VP of Commercial Risk & Benefits at Aon Transportation and Logistics Practice, joins Consulting Logistics to discuss the insurance marketplace for carriers and why some current trends should be concerning for shippers.
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This week marks 26 years at Aborn for Jill, so we had to have her sit down and talk about her experience. Listen in as she explains her approach and how she walks in every day with the same energy she had on day one.
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While dynamic pricing isn’t a new thing in transportation, we are starting to see the buzzword used for a variety of different things. It’s vital to understand the differences in dynamic pricing as a shipper in order to be on an even playing field in carrier negotiations. In this episode, Steve Aborn sits in to help clear up the language and give you guidance on how to approach dynamic pricing.
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Understanding a problem is vital when it comes to taking an educated risk of a potential solution. In this episode, some of Aborn's most experience experts explain what they have found to be the most consequential problems hamper companies during initial implementation.
McKinsey article "Digital transformation: Improving the odds of success"
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Bill Muse, data integration and implementation manager at Aborn and Co, joins the show to explain why having a seat at the table from day one is critical for transportation when it comes to implementing any type of platform for their operation.
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A brief recap of all the conversations that occurred at TransTech2020. Capacity, carrier service, dynamic pricing, and much more was discussed. Learn what the collection of curious-minded transportation professionals had to say about industry challenges.
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Steve Aborn breaks down the potential danger of using excel as a TMS and provides examples that were switching to one led to huge opportunities for companies.
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The potential rise in fuel cost, tighter capacity, and looming trade conflict are all elements that could affect you as a shipper in 2020. Chris Peckham, director of operations at Aborn & Co., joins the show to discuss the potential issues that could affect transportation in 2020 and what you as a shipper need to communicate to your people.
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Jill Clifford, President at Aborn & Co., explains how to create a valuable scorecard when measuring carriers.
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Jill Clifford, President at Aborn & Co., joins the podcast to share her advice for a transportation operation ready to begin the transition from a manual environment to a digital one. Jill can be reached on LinkedIn Want to attend the FREE TransTech2020?
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Auditing invoices can be one of the most dreaded experiences when it comes to transportation, but there are some simple steps you could be taking as a shipper to ease the burden of that process. Meagan Kidder, Account Manager at Aborn & Co., joins the podcast to explain five ways you can be creating a better invoice.
Meagan can be reached on LinkedIn or via email at MKidder@abornandco.com
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