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Navigating Risk and Opportunity in Decarbonization and Sustainability – Part 1 of 2
The global conversation has shifted dramatically towards decarbonization and sustainability in recent years. With the world experiencing unprecedented levels of disruption, from 5G technology to the challenges of a pandemic, the urgency to address climate change and its implications has never been more palpable. Although most business leaders see the vision of Sustainable Development […]
Todd Florence of Estes Express Lines on Making LTL Shipping Frictionless
Making LTL shipping frictionless is more than possible; it’s happening today. How can one challenge the status quo and embrace technological transformation in an industry that has historically resisted change? In this captivating episode of Semi-Related, Chris Torrence sets the stage for a riveting conversation with Todd Florence, the Chief Information Officer of Estes […]
The Power of Consumer Insights: Enhance Performance and Customer Loyalty with Data
In the latest episode of Retail Refined, conducted at the Retail Influencer CEO Forum 2023, host Melissa Gonzalez explores the transformative power of consumer insights with guest Elizabeth Oates, VP of Consumer Insights at Ulta Beauty. They discuss how data-driven insights can enhance performance, foster customer loyalty, and shape the beauty industry’s future. Oates […]
Plastic Packaging Isn’t Necessarily the Enemy in the Pursuit of Net-Zero Carbon Emissions
In the evolving world of ecommerce, the debate between paper and plastic packaging is not as straightforward as it might seem, especially for massive online retailers like Amazon. The company has announced a significant reduction in its use of single-use plastic packaging by moving to recyclable paper packaging and eliminating its blue and white […]
Intelligent Logistics: The Industry at Large and the iClip
The logistics industry has, in recent years, been rather tumultuous. Facing the unexpected arrival of the pandemic, consumers shopping habits have noticeably shifted over the past few years. Host Tyler Kern chatted with CEO of Position Imaging Ned Hill about the shift in industry and the technology needed to make the shift just a little […]
Wavelengths: Supply Chain Delays and Disruptions, Part 2
Discussion about the current and future state of the global supply chain is a hot topic right now. Barry Holt, VP of Global Cable Operations for Amphenol Broadband sits down with host Daniel Litwin to discuss the short- and long-term effects plaguing the global supply chain and tips on how to overcome them. International events […]
Wavelengths: Supply Chain Delays and Disruptions, Part 1
Connectivity is key. Delays are not. Daniel Litwin, the Voice of B2B, discussed major supply chain issues in the global economy and how they are creating broadband issues throughout the United States with Barry Holt, VP of Global Cable Operations at Amphenol Broadband Solutions. “We’re a global presence…the 25% tariff on a lot of the […]
Is the Sharing Economy Viable in Commercial Trucking?
Are We There Yet? host Grant Harrell knows the ins and outs of the transportation industry are not always streamlined. Under James Eberhard, Founder and CEO of Fluid Truck, this is changing. Fluid Truck does something no one else in the industry does: offers 24/7 commercial truck sharing through their innovative platform. Operating in […]
People on the Move: Women Leaders in the Supply Chain
March is Women’s History Month. To honor the women who make an impact in business every day, People on the Move host Daniel Litwin spoke to one of Cargomatic’s newest leaders, Stacey Bonetti. Bonetti is Cargomatic’s Head of Account Management. As a woman in a male-dominated industry, Bonetti spoke about how she sees women shaping […]
PUDO: The Future of Pickup and Delivery Options
Host Daniel J. Litwin welcomed Dan O’Connor, Vice President of Pickup and Delivery Options at Position Imaging, to discuss pick up and drop off options in this ever-changing world where delivery means and methods are evolving to match the needs of society. O’Connor is well versed in the delivery industry, having spent 30 years […]
How the Supply Chain Can Insulate its Risk for the Holiday Season
Key Points: Beaird Solutions shares how to beat supply chain issues. Pandemic caused simultaneous spike in demand and drop in supply. The global economy will bounce back one of two ways. Commentary: Host Jason Schefferstein discussed the rocky supply chain pandemic trends and its future with President David Beaird of Beaird Solutions. With the […]
China Port Shutdown Raises Concerns for Global Shipping
China partially closed one of the world’s busiest container ports due to a Covid outbreak. Bloomberg’s James Mayger reports on the potential impact the move could have on global trade. (Source: Bloomberg) Transcript: Francine Lacqua: China has partially shut the world’s third busiest container port after a worker became infected with COVID. It’s threatening more […]