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In this episode, we welcome back David Spencer, VP of market intelligence at Arrive Logistics to break down the freight market for October and see what predictions are in store for the rest of the year. For more information subscribe to Check Call the newsletter or the podcast. Follow the Check Call Podcast Other FreightWaves Shows Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, we dive into the world of multi-vendor solutions. Our guest, Peyton Riley, CPO at GearTrack breaks down some of the inefficiencies and hidden costs that come with a multi-vendor approach as well as the importance of choosing the right solution for your organization. For more information subscribe to Check Call the newsletter or the podcast. Follow the Check Call Podcast Other Frei...

In this episode, we dive into the world of cyber security and protecting yourself against threats. Our guest Ben Barnes, Chief Information Officer at McLeod Software breaks down ways to protect your business and data from online threats. For more information subscribe to Check Call the newsletter or the podcast.  Follow the Check Call Podcast Other FreightWaves Shows Learn more about your ad choic...

In this episode, we dive into the world of developing a carrier strategy with a heavy tech influence. Our guest, Blair Blake VP of Carrier Strategy at Arrive Logistics breaks down some of the most effective strategies when it comes to developing carrier relationships. For more information subscribe to Check Call the newsletter or the podcast. Follow the Check Call Podcast Other FreightWaves Shows...

In this episode, we dive into the popularity in other countries moving production facilities to Mexico. Our guest, Jordan Dewart, president of Redwood Mexico helps break down the nuances and some of the rationale behind these new ways of working. For more information subscribe to Check Call the newsletter or the podcast at https://www.freightwaves.com/check-call Learn more about your ad choices. V...

In this episode, we dive into strategies to help brokers avoid freight fraud. Our guest, Lisa Haubenstock, VP of product at Truckstop dives into some of the most common types of fraud facing the industry as well as steps brokers can take to protect themselves from fraud. For more information subscribe to Check Call the newsletter or the podcast. Follow the Check Call Podcast Other FreightWaves Sho...

In this episode, we dive into the world of pallet sourcing and when a freight broker or 3PL will need to utilize the resource. Our guest, Kevin Kull, senior vice president sales & operations at Pallet Trader breaks down the value-add resource that 3PLs and Freight Brokers can use to help out shippers and their own operations. For more information subscribe to Check Call the newsletter or the podca...

In this episode, we dive into the world of West Coast port issues and international shipping. Our guest, Paul Brashier, vp of global supply chain at ITS Logistics helps to shed some light on areas to watch out for when it comes to contingency planning for shippers and supply chain disruptions. For more information subscribe to Check Call the newsletter or the podcast. Follow the Check Call Podcast...

In this episode, we dive into the unique success A. Duie Pyle’s brokerage has with 100% employee retention. Our guest, Craig Lough director of strategic planning at A. Duie Pyle breaks down the success formula they’ve created that has resulted in 100% employee retention. For more information subscribe to Check Call the newsletter or the podcast. Follow the Check Call Podcast Other FreightWaves Sho...

In this episode, we break down the August Market Update. Our guest, David Spencer, vice president of market intelligence at Arrive Logistics explores the spot market, the rate forecast and what to expect from Q4. For more information subscribe to Check Call the newsletter or the podcast. Follow the Check Call Podcast Other FreightWaves Shows Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adc...

In this episode, we dive into the world of real-time tracking and it’s use in combating cargo theft. Our guest, Ilan Gluck, General Manager of GearTrack, breaks down the ins and outs of cargo theft prevention through the use real-time tracking. For more information subscribe to Check Call the newsletter or the podcast. Follow the Check Call Podcast Other FreightWaves Shows Learn more about your ad...

In this episode, we dive into the world of carrier performance monitoring. Our guest, John Sutton, director of corporate strategy at Sunset Transport breaks down some of the top tips on carrier performance monitoring and successful carrier relationship building. For more information subscribe to Check Call the newsletter or the podcast. Follow the Check Call Podcast Other FreightWaves Shows Learn...

In this episode, we dive into the intricacies of location services and how to use them to combat challenges. Our guest, Nick Patrick, Co-Founder and CEO at Radar helps break down some specific use cases and ways to make location services work for you. For more information subscribe to Check Call the newsletter or the podcast. Follow the Check Call Podcast Other FreightWaves Shows Learn more about...

 In this episode, we dive into the world of implementing AI in a freight brokerage. Our guest, Dan Tram CEO and founder of Everest AI helps to break down the finer parts of implementing AI and what common pitfalls to watch out for. For more information subscribe to Check Call the newsletter or the podcast. Loaded and Rolling Follow the Loaded and Rolling Podcast Other FreightWaves Shows Learn more...

In this episode, we dive into the ins and outs of practical applications of AI in customer service. Our guest, Alex Schwarm, head of data and AI at Arrive Logistics helps highlight some of the more useful cases of AI in a brokerage. For more information subscribe to Check Call the newsletter or the podcast. Follow the Check Call Podcast Other FreightWaves Shows Learn more about your ad choices. Vi...

In this episode, we dive into what nearshoring operations look like in reality. Our guest, Alfonso Quijano, Chief Technology Officer at Lean Solutions Group breaks down some of the success stories and what it looks like to integrate a nearshored operations team successfully. For more information subscribe to Check Call the newsletter or the podcast. Follow the Check Call Podcast Other FreightWaves...

In this episode, we break down the June Market Update. Our guest, David Spencer, vice president of market intelligence at Arrive Logistics explores the spot market, the rate forecast and what to expect from a possible Canadian rail strike. For more information subscribe to Check Call the newsletter or the podcast. Follow the Check Call Podcast Other FreightWaves Shows Learn more about your ad choi...

In this episode, we dive into the finer nuances of back office operations and why its important to invest in those operations. Our guest, Mitch Mitchell, CEO of Tai Software gets into the return on investment that comes with efficient back office operations. For more information subscribe to Check Call the newsletter or the podcast. Follow the Check Call Podcast Other FreightWaves Shows Learn more...

In this episode, we dive into some of the most common issues that come with growing an ecommerce business. Our guest, Archita Prasad, vice president - strategy, corporate development and new product innovation at UPS Capital breaks down areas for improvement where some common pitfalls are. For more information subscribe to Check Call the newsletter or the podcast. Follow the Check Call Podcast Oth...

In this episode we dive into the nuances of international e-commerce. Our guest, Nick Bartlett, director st CBIP Logistics breaks down how to have a successful international E-commerce model and more. For more information subscribe to Check Call the newsletter or the podcast. Follow the Check Call Podcast Other FreightWaves Shows Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, we dive into all things asset-lite. Our guest, Josh Allen, Chief Commercial Officer at ITS Logistics breaks down the asset-lite model and the benefits it can post to a company. For more information subscribe to Check Call the newsletter or the podcast. Follow the Check Call Podcast Other FreightWaves Shows Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, we dive into the challenges and signs to look for when upgrading your TMS. Our guest, Walter (Mitch) Mitchell, CEO at Tai software, breaks down challenges and successful ways to upgrade and implement into a new TMS. For more information subscribe to Check Call the newsletter or the podcast. Follow the Check Call Podcast Other FreightWaves Shows Learn more about your ad choices. Vi...

In this episode, we break down things to look for in a data provider. OUr guest, North Winship, President at Shiplify breaks down the responsibilities of a data provider and what businesses should be looking for in a partner as well as how to know your data is secure. For more information subscribe to Check Call the newsletter or the podcast. Follow the Check Call Podcast Other FreightWaves Shows...

In this episode, we dive into the trends of cybersecurity and what can make a business a target. Our guest, Joe Ohr, Chief Operating Officer at the National Motor Freight Traffic Association breaks down what individuals can do to protect themselves as well as what to look for in a partner to stay steps ahead of fraud. For more information subscribe to Check Call the newsletter or the podcast. Foll...

In this episode, we dive into the new FTC proposed rule of noncompetes and what the journey could look like for those in the freight broker space. Our guests, Grace Sharkey and Thomas Wasson dive into the long road ahead for this ruling and what it could mean for those in the supply chain world eventually. For more information subscribe to Check Call the newsletter or the podcast. Follow the Check...