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Welcome to The Transfix Take On where we take on a number of topics and tackle them with the industry's best leaders and innovators. On today's show, we're discussing all things diversity, equity, inclusion, and justice - otherwise known as DEIJ. Joining our roundtable is Roberto Concepcion, Global Head of Inclusion & Diversity and Employment Counsel at WeWork and Transfix’s very own Lisa Rossi, d...

Winter weather strikes again! Only this time, frigid temperatures across the U.S. may not have the effects on freight that you think. Plus, Q4 earnings reports confirm what our crystal ball has said all along. Justin Maze breaks it down in our weekly #TransfixTake! Disclaimer: All views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the speakers and do not necessarily reflect the views or pos...

Harrisburg, Pennsylvania seems to be a stand-out when it comes to this trend and Maze keeps his predictions coming with commentary on the second half of the year and when the lowest of spot rates may finally plateau. Disclaimer: All views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the speakers and do not necessarily reflect the views or positions of Transfix, Inc. or any parent companies...

Are the markets finally stabilizing? There are two big indicators that Justin Maze breaks down to give us the answer. This and more on our weekly #TransfixTake. Disclaimer: All views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the speakers and do not necessarily reflect the views or positions of Transfix, Inc. or any parent companies or affiliates or the companies with which the participan...

Not all is normal on the freight front just yet. According to Maze, capacity is not as soft as expected, tender rejections are relatively high on the heels of the Lunar New Year and fuel rates have jumped back up. So, what does that mean for the supply chain? We've got answers in this week's #TransfixTake. Disclaimer: All views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the speakers and d...

On this special edition episode of the Transfix Take podcast, we're joined by Truckers Against Trafficking's Laura Cyrus (Senior Director of Industry Training and Outreach) and professional truck driver and ATA Road Team Captain/TAT Ambassador Rhonda Hartman. We discuss live-saving tips on how to identify possible trafficking situations on the road, including some of Rhoda's first-hand experiences...

What we thought would be a quiet holiday break was anything but. Unexpected winter weather threw the trucking markets off track resulting in a market shift. Will we recover this week? Maze has the answers in this week's #TransfixTake! Disclaimer: All views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the speakers and do not necessarily reflect the views or positions of Transfix, Inc. or any...

We have the honor of sitting with Dr. Chris Caplice (chief scientist and host of the “Freightvine” podcast at DAT and founder and co-director of MIT’s Freight Lab) and Transfix's Principal Economist, Ayeh Bandeh-Ahmadi. Join us for an extensive lookback on 2022 and what big bets Chris and Ayeh have for the year ahead. You won't want to miss this! Disclaimer: All views and opinions expressed in thi...

Oh, what a year it's been! Hear Maze's insights and predictions on where the market may leave shippers in 2023 as we close out the year with our last market update. Happy Holidays! Disclaimer: All views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the speakers and do not necessarily reflect the views or positions of Transfix, Inc. or any parent companies or affiliates or the companies with...

Listen to a special edition of the Transfix Take Podcast featuring Vishnu Rajamanickam, transport and logistics reporter, and Christian Lee, CFO at Transfix, as they give you a sustainability report for the supply chain. Christian breaks down the inefficiency of emissions in the trucking industry and how partnerships play a major role in bringing sustainability to the forefront. And Vishnu shares...

Rail strike crisis averted! But does that mean all is quiet on the supply chain front? Justin Maze is breaking out the crystal ball to predict how the market could swing in favor of carriers for the last two weeks of December. This and more on our weekly #TransfixTake. Disclaimer: All views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the speakers and do not necessarily reflect the views or...

We're back! Who had a second potential rail strike on their supply chain bingo card? With the Dec. 5 cooling off period just days away, this could flip the industry on its head. Justin Maze breaks it all down in an all new episode of the #TransfixTake. UPDATE: A critical update has been made to the rail union negotiations at the end of this episode. Disclaimer: All views and opinions expressed in...

In part two of this special edition episode of the Transfix Take Podcast, SmartWay's Buddy Polovick (Team Leader for the SmartWay Transport Partnership)continue the conversation around Scope 3 emissions and low-hanging fruit that shippers and carriers alike can implement in their daily operations, and more. To learn more about SmartWay and how you can be a partner, visit www.epa.gov/smartway Discl...

While the markets continue to be loose throughout the country, Maze drops a bomb on what could potentially give carriers the upper hand they've been waiting for. Plus, an exclusive sneak peek inside our crystal ball for 2023. This and more on our weekly #TransfixTake. Disclaimer: All views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the speakers and do not necessarily reflect the views or...

In this 2-part special edition episode of the Transfix Take Podcast, we're joined by SmartWay's Buddy Polovick, Team Leader for the SmartWay Transport Partnership and industry leader. We discuss how Smartway helps companies with Scope 1 and 2 reporting, the science behind the data, and more. To learn more about SmartWay and how you can be a partner, visit www.epa.gov/smartway Disclaimer: All views...

November is officially underway, which means all eyes are on the spot market. With the contract market steadily holding its place in the shippers' favor, what are the two wild cards we're watching that could change that? Justin Maze has the answers in our weekly #TransfixTake. Disclaimer: All views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the speakers and do not necessarily reflect the...

Well, we already know this isn't your average peak holiday season but could that flip on its head at the end of November? We've got the answers you're looking for in this week's #TransfixTake. Disclaimer: All views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the speakers and do not necessarily reflect the views or positions of Transfix, Inc. or any parent companies or affiliates or the com...

Low tender rejections and net new carrier revocation numbers could be indicators for market conditions over the next few weeks, but is there something else that could take this quieted peak season out of its rut? Justin Maze has the answers in our weekly #TransfixTake. Disclaimer: All views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the speakers and do not necessarily reflect the views or...

Where does sustainability start when it comes to ESG initiatives? According to Tyler Cole, it starts with you. With his “do well and do good” approach, we detail how shippers, carriers, and individuals alike can contribute to the greater good of a more sustainable future. Disclaimer: All views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the speakers and do not necessarily reflect the views...

On part two of this special edition episode, Henkel’s Jessy Ceron (Outbound Transportation Manager), Maryann Ramirez (Customer Logistics Manager), and Emily Aktar (Senior Customer Logistics Analyst) discuss the importance of advocating for each other, Emily entering the supply chain at one of the most volatile times, and tips on how to achieve leadership roles. This and more on this powerful episo...

What's normally a busy peak holiday season is looking more like a smooth road ahead, but what's inside our crystal ball? Justin Maze breaks down the outlook on Q4 as we take a look at import volumes, rates, net new carrier revocations, and more on this episode of the #TransfixTake podcast. Disclaimer: All views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the speakers and do not necessarily...

On this two-part special edition episode, Henkel’s Jessy Ceron (Outbound Transportation Manager), Maryann Ramirez (Customer Logistics Manager), and Emily Aktar (Senior Customer Logistics Analyst) discuss the roads to their career achievements, including overcoming the challenges women face, champions that have helped them along the way, and humble beginnings. This and more on this powerful episode...

Hurricane season is officially underway with relief cargo likely headed to the southeast region, but Maze takes a look inside his crystal ball on whether Ian will effect the spot market. Plus, what do truckload markets look like regionally to-date? The answers in our weekly #TransfixTake. Disclaimer: All views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the speakers and do not necessarily...

We're on Hurricane Ian watch and breaking down its possible effects on the supply chain. With an unexpected market shift towards the spot market, truck drivers are veering off the road and into safety but what does that mean for capacity in the southeast markets? Justin Maze has the answer in our weekly #TransfixTake. Disclaimer: All views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the sp...

We're still chugging along without the threat of a railroad strike...for now. Maze breaks down the state of freight and shares one possible game-changing freight factor that could flip the market on its head. This and more on our weekly #TransfixTake. Read our full midweek market update here: https://transfix.io/2022/09/21/transfix-take-midweek-market-update-sept-21/ Disclaimer: All views and opin...