Logistics Matters with DC Velocity - Archives and Transcripts
Season 2, Episode 33—audio with transcript
Aug. 27, 2021
Guest: Dr. Emily Tucker of Clemson University on our vulnerable pharmaceutical supply chains
Other topics:
- A new carbon-neutral cargo ship is unveiled.
- We discuss the current state of logistics.
Season 2, Episode 32—audio with transcript
Aug. 20, 2021
Guest: Scott Cornell of Travelers on cargo theft
Other topics:
- Ports set record volumes in July.
- A new, less-costly type of truck insurance becomes available.
Season 2, Episode 31—audio with transcript
Aug. 13, 2021
Guest: Kathy Fulton of ALAN on preparing for hurricane season
Other topics:
- The logistics industry reacts to the Senate vote on infrastructure.
- A new report examines supply chain sustainability initiatives.
Season 2, Episode 30—audio with transcript
Aug. 6, 2021
Guest: Andrew Viteritti of the Economist Intelligence Unit on the likelihood of reshoring
Other topics:
- Economic news shows continued growth in supply chains.
- Will companies require vaccinations for employees to return to offices?
Season 2, Episode 29—audio with transcript
July 30, 2021
Guest: Darren Epps of Ryder System Inc. on electrifying fleets
Other topics:
- Returning office workers want parcel lockers for e-com deliveries
- The main priorities of chief supply chain officers remains a priority for supply chain companies
Season 2, Episode 28—audio with transcript
July 23, 2021
Guest: Spencer Shute of Proxima on the impact President Biden's executive order on competition will have on logistics
Other topics:
- Uber's acquisition of Transplace
- Sustainability remains a priority for supply chain companies
Season 2, Episode 27—audio with transcript
July 16, 2021
Guest: Dr. Thomas Evans of Honeywell on automation for small businesses
Other topics:
- How 5G will influence IoT adoption
- Consumer pandemic shopping habits will continue
Season 2, Episode 26—audio with transcript
July 9, 2021
Guest: Gary Master, DC Velocity publisher, on "whack a mole" supply chains
Other topics:
- Truckers are facing more unexpected breakdowns on our nation's roads
- Freight capacity will remain tight for the rest of the year
Season 2, Episode 25—audio with transcript
June 25, 2021
Guest: Mark Manduca of GXO Logistics on the new XPO spinoff
Other topics:
- Warehouse space is in critical demand
- New investments in logistics companies underscore importance of supply chains
Season 2, Episode 24—audio with transcript
June 18, 2021
Guest: Richard Sinkoff of the Port of Oakland on environmental initiatives
Other topics:
- Women are increasing their roles and influence in supply chain jobs
- B2B buying habits are accelerating digital transformation
Season 2, Episode 23—audio with transcript
June 11, 2021
Guest: Dan Gilmore of Softeon on how WMS systems can interact with increasingly complex automation
Other topics:
- The White House releases a report on America's supply chains
- Highlights from National Forklift Safety Day 2021
- Funding for Mississippi River transportation
Season 2, Episode 22—audio with transcript
June 4, 2021
Guest: Mark Stanton of PowerFleet on preparing supply chains for hurricane season and other disruptions
Other topics:
- Amazon changes hiring policies for warehouse workers
- Logistics continues to see strong growth—and high costs
Season 2, Episode 21—audio with transcript
May 28, 2021
Guest: Alex Wakefield, CEO of Longbow Advantage, on supply chain visibility
Other topics:
- New research initiatives for the trucking industry
- Top supply chain priorities
Season 2, Episode 20—audio with transcript
May 21, 2021
Guest: Mike Klage of TOC Logistics on ocean shipping conditions
Other topics:
- Retailers look for new carriers and capacity
- Investors eye supply chain companies for new acquisitions
Season 2, Episode 19—audio with transcript
May 14, 2021
Guest: Jim Yarbrough of BSI on supply chain risks
Other topics:
- The labor shortage hits supply chains hard
- Lots of M&A action in rail
Season 2, Episode 18—audio with transcript
May 7, 2021
Guest: Paul Beavers of PCS Software on why touchless transactions are here to stay
Other topics:
- The supply chain experiences a pallet shortage
- Tight capacity will be with us for the foreseeable future, say Logistics Managers' Index researchers
Season 2, Episode 17—audio with transcript
April 30, 2021
Guest: Matt Castle of C.H. Robinson on tight air capacity
Other topics:
- Supply chain managers weigh in on infrastructure
- California law redefines how truck drivers are classified
Season 2, Episode 16—audio with transcript
April 23, 2021
Guest: Aaron Hageman on hiring drivers for last-mile deliveries
Other topics:
- Imports continue to surge
- Supply chain companies celebrate Earth Day by sharing their sustainable initiatives
Season 2, Episode 15—audio with transcript
April 16, 2021
Guest: Brandon Coats of MHI on applications of artificial intelligence
ProMatDX 2021 roundup:
- MHI's eight Annual Industry Report
- MHI's Innovation Awards
- Finding the right level of automation for your operations
- How footwear company Crocs automated its picking process in 90 days
Season 2, Episode 14—audio with transcript
April 9, 2021
Guest: Descartes’ Chris Jones on vulnerabilities in our supply chains
Other topics:
- Five risks businesses should avoid as they bounce back from the pandemic
- Consumers are more aware of supply chain pain points than ever before
Season 2, Episode 13—audio with transcript
April 2, 2021
Guest: Johnathan Foster of Proxima on disruptions from Suez Canal shutdown
Other topics:
- How microfulfillment can create greener last miles
- Finding drivers to meet post-pandemic demand
Season 2, Episode 12—audio with transcript
March 26, 2021
Guest: Hanko Kiessner on sustainable packaging
Other topics:
- The USPS charts a new course to keep it financially afloat
- Demand is not going away for warehouse and DC space
Season 2, Episode 11—audio with transcript
March 19, 2021
Guest: Peter Friedmann of the Agriculture Transportation Coalition on how the container shortage is creating a crisis for agriculture products exporters
Other topics:
- Will a new infrastructure bill get done in Washington?
- How devastating were last month's storms?
Season 2, Episode 10—audio with transcript
March 12, 2021
Guest: Bindiya Vakil on President Biden's plan to fix America's broken supply chains
Other topics:
- Freight continues to take a bumpy ride
- Ocean ports continue to see congestion worldwide
Season 2, Episode 9—audio with transcript
March 5, 2021
Guest: Bill Brooks of Capgemini on bottlenecks for Covid-19 vaccine distribution
Other topics:
- Logistics continues an economic expansion
- Supply chain vendors make huge investments to meet consumer demands
Season 2, Episode 8—audio with transcript
Feb. 26, 2021
Guest: Craig Hoskins from IFDA on pandemic challenges with foodservice distribution
Other topics:
- Predictions for new trucking technologies
- Cargo theft shifts during the pandemic
Season 2, Episode 7—audio with transcript
Feb. 19, 2021
Guest: Shawn Winter of Descartes discusses handling super peaks
Other topics:
- Some strategies for thriving during peak demand challenges
- driver shortages create challenges for food distributors; planning e-commerce supply chains for a post-pandemic world
Season 2, Episode 6—audio with transcript
Feb. 12, 2021
Guest: Dwight Klappich of Gartner on robotic goods-to-person systems
Other topics:
- How do business plan to spend their money this year?
- New earnings reports show some reasons for optimism
Season 2, Episode 5—audio with transcript
Feb. 5, 2021
Guest: Tim Pajak of CSCMP on inspiring young people about supply chain
Other topics:
- The pandemic's lasting effects on retail
- New figures on warehouse availability
Season 2, Episode 4—audio with transcript
Jan. 29, 2021
Guest: Melinda McLaughlin of Prologis on the industrial real estate market
Other topics:
- Walmart commits to building microfulfillment centers inside its stores
- Study shows increasing demand for good-to-person technologies
Season 2, Episode 3—audio with transcript
Jan. 29, 2021
Guest: Joe Ruddy of the Port of Virginia on maritime issues
Other topics:
- Will trade wars with China bring manufacturing home?
- Truckload capacity expected to remain tight
Season 2, Episode 2—audio with transcript
Jan. 22, 2021
Guest: Tony Sciarrotta of the Reverse Logistics Association on handling returns
Other topics:
- How to compete with industry disruptors
- Changing the retail experience
Season 2, Episode 1—audio with transcript
Jan. 15, 2021
Guest: Zac Rogers of Colorado State University on logistics conditions in early 2021
Other topics:
- Capacity remains tight for shippers
- Assuring safety for container cargo
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