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The world of freight brokerage is being revolutionized by Artificial Intelligence, but not in the way you might think. This episode of FreightWaves Now dives deep into the practical applications of AI that are making a real difference for brokers. We chat with Alex Swarm from Arrive about how AI is: Empowering Salespeople: Gain insights and industry knowledge to close more deals. Optimizing Rate Q...

Join Thomas Wasson as he dives deep into the latest trends and innovations shaping the trucking industry. In this episode, we recap the Enterprise Fleet Summit, where industry experts discussed the transformative power of machine learning and data analytics. Learn how "freight science" is revolutionizing decision-making and increasing efficiency for fleets of all sizes. We also explore the post-Ju...

Join us for this Tuesday's episode as we delve into the evolving role of AI in the freight industry. Our hosts explore the practical applications of AI, from data analysis and pattern recognition to back-office support and demand planning. Discover how AI can streamline operations, improve pricing strategies, and enhance customer service. Tune in for insights on leveraging AI to gain a competitive...

Good morning and happy Friday! Join Kaylee Nix and Mary O'Connell as they discuss the latest in freight community news. This week, Richie Daigle from Tive shares insights into theft in the cold chain sector. Learn about Tive's innovative tracking devices that not only manage temperature and conditions but also help locate stolen freight. Discover how these technologies are evolving to meet industr...

Good Thursday morning, everyone! Welcome to your FreightWaves Now Community Spotlight. Today, we have the one and only Thomas Wasson, host of Loaded and Rolling, joining us. In this episode, we discuss the freight market's recovery post-4th of July, the impact of recent hurricanes on freight movement, and the ongoing debate about the inflection point in the market. Thomas shares his insights on th...

Good Wednesday morning, everyone! Welcome to another episode of FreightWaves Now. This week, we're shining the spotlight on the hottest truck tech news with the one and only Alan Adler. In this episode: Alan Adler takes us on the road to Kansas City, visiting Orange EV, the leading producer of Class 8 electric trucks, specifically yard tractors or yard dogs. Discover how Orange EV's electric yard...

Join us for another insightful episode of FreightWaves NOW Community Spotlight! Today, our host Kaylee Nix welcomes Mary O'Connell to discuss everything related to the Check Call update and delve into the advantages and challenges of building out a near-shore staffing solution with Lean Solutions Group. Timestamps: 00:00:14 - 00:00:35 | Introduction by Kayla 00:00:35 - 00:00:54 | Lean Solutions Gr...

Good Friday morning, everyone! Welcome back after your 4th of July holiday. We hope you didn't celebrate America too hard because we're here with your FreightWaves NOW Community Spotlight. I'm Kaylee Nix, joined by Mary O'Connell, ready to dive into today's episode of Running on Ice. Timestamps: 00:00:14 - Introduction and Welcome Back00:00:28 - Cold Chain & Reefer Units00:01:07 - New Medium-Duty...

Good Thursday morning, everyone! Welcome to your FreightWaves Now Community Spotlight. Happy 4th of July if you're watching us on this holiday! We appreciate you joining us. Go enjoy a hot dog and some fireworks after we're done here. Speaking of fireworks, we've got the man of fireworks, Thomas Wasson, joining us for your Loaded and Rolling Community Spotlight. Timestamps: 00:00:00 - Introduction...

Good Wednesday morning, everyone! Welcome to your FreightWaves Now Community Spotlight. I'm Kaylee, and today, we've got Alan Adler on the line to discuss the latest in truck tech. Timestamps:  00:00 - Introduction and Welcome00:23 - Introduction of Alan Adler and Overview of Exodus01:39 - Customizable Chassis and Partnerships03:07 - Impact on Trucking and Freight Industries03:54 - Mobile Charging...

Good morning and happy Tuesday! Welcome to the FreightWaves Now community spotlight with Kaylee Nix and Mary O'Connell. Today, we dive into the latest market updates and consumer trends with special guest David Spencer from Arrive Logistics. In this episode, we discuss: The current state of freight rates and market volumes Anticipations for the 4th of July impact on freight The evolving spread bet...

Good morning and welcome to your FreightWaves Community Spotlight! It's a brand new week, a brand new month, and we're kicking it off with Grace Sharkey. Grace shares her experiences from a recent trip to Chicago and gives us a sneak peek into some upcoming content. In today's episode, we dive into current consumer trends, with a focus on the cosmetics industry. We discuss how consumers are spendi...

Good morning and happy Friday! Welcome to the FreightWaves NOW Community Spotlight. I'm Kaylee Nix, and today, Mary O'Connell joins us to talk about the coolest community in freight and give us highlights from this week's episode of Running on Ice. Timestamps: 00:00 - 00:38: Introduction and summer Fridays 00:38 - 01:43: Interview with Jason Thamm, CEO of New Energy, discussing pharmaceutical expi...

Join us as we dive into the latest developments in the freight industry. This week, we discuss UPS's strategic moves and the acquisition of Coyote Logistics by RXO. We explore the implications for the brokerage space, technology integration, and the human cost of these changes. Segments: 00:00:14 - 00:01:16: UPS's strategic disinvestment and the challenges of finding a buyer. 00:01:16 - 00:01:58:...

Good Wednesday morning, y'all! Welcome to your FreightWaves Now Community Spotlight. I'm Kaylee Nix, and it's time to hit truck tech running. Today, we've got Alan Adler, our expert on all things tech-related, joining us from America's heartland. Alan recently took a detour to the College World Series in Omaha. Segments: 00:00:14 - 00:00:33: Introduction and welcome. 00:00:33 - 00:01:31: Recap of...

Good morning and happy Tuesday! Welcome to your FreightWaves NOW Community Spotlight. Today, we are thrilled to be joined by Mary O'Connell, the host and writer of "Check Call." In this episode, Mary dives into the often overlooked but crucial aspect of freight brokerage – back office operations. She discusses her recent conversation with Mitch Mitchell from Tie Software about the importance of in...

Good morning and happy Friday! Welcome to your FreightWaves NOW community spotlight. Join host Kelly Nix as she sits down with Mary O'Connell, host and writer of the "Running on Ice" community, for an exciting update this Friday. In this episode, Mary discusses: The rise of life sciences in the cold chain industry. Ken Co's recent partnership with CU Pharma and its impact on pharmaceutical sample...

Good Thursday morning, everybody. Welcome to FreightWaves Now Community Spotlight! I'm Kaylee Nix, joined by the one and only, always imitated but never quite duplicated, Thomas Wasson. It's time for Loaded & Rolling! Join us as we discuss a range of topics including the importance of seatbelt safety in the trucking industry. Despite regulations, many truck drivers still neglect to wear their seat...

Good Friday morning, everybody! Welcome to today's FreightWaves Now community spotlight. I'm Kaylee Nix. It's Friday, so we get to check in with the one and only Mary O'Connell. Today, we dive into the often overlooked but crucial topic of carrier insurance with the folks from Circle Logistics. In This Episode: 00:00 - 00:13 Introduction: Kaylee Nix welcomes viewers and introduces Mary O'Connell....

Join us on this episode of "Loaded and Rolling" where Kaylee and Thomas Watson dive into the ongoing saga of truck parking and the recent updates on the Drug & Alcohol Clearinghouse. In This Episode: 00:00 - 00:46 Introduction: Kaylee welcomes everyone and introduces co-host Thomas Watson. 00:46 - 01:31 Truck Parking Drama: Discussing the age-old issues of truck parking and how it's evolving today...

Welcome to your Wednesday FreightWaves Community Spotlight! Join hosts Kaylee Nix and Alan Adler as they break down the latest episode of Truck Tech, live from home. Alan shares his experience at the ACT Research Expo in Las Vegas, exploring innovations from tech startups and major players like Tesla. 00:00:00 - Welcome and introduction 00:03:09 - Highlights from the ACT Expo 00:05:44 - Insights f...

Host: Kaylee Nix Guest: Mary O'Connell, host and writer of the Check Out newsletter Episode Highlights: Holiday Weekend Recap: Kaylee and Mary discuss their Memorial Day weekend celebrations. Special Guest: Meet Josh Allen (not the Buffalo Bills quarterback) from ITS Logistics. Asset Light Brokerage: Explore the complexities of managing an asset-light brokerage and the importance of strong carrier...

Top Memorial Day Weekend Prep: Tune in to find out why this is the number one stop for your Memorial Day weekend preparation. Innovative Cold Chain Solution: Explore Tower Cold Chain's new phase change material cooling system. Perfect for Clinical Trials: Specifically designed for small pharmaceuticals and clinical trials, ensuring ultra-cold temperature maintenance. Compact and Efficient: Fits in...

Welcome to the FreightWaves Community Spotlight on this Thursday morning! Join host Kaylee Nix and special guest Thomas Wasson as they discuss the hottest topics in the freight community. In this episode: Introduction and Overview: Kaylee and Thomas kick things off with an energetic introduction. CTPAT Explained: Thomas dives into the Customs Trade Partnership Against Terrorism (CTPAT), emphasizin...

Good morning and Happy Tuesday! Welcome to today's FreightWaves NOW Community Spotlight. Kaylee is joined by Mary O'Connell to discuss everything about TMS (Transportation Management Systems). Sponsored by Tai Software, this episode features an insightful conversation with Mitch Mitchell, the CEO of Tai Software. Tune in to learn about: The signs indicating it's time to switch your TMS Evaluating...