Let's Talk Supply Chain

It's the fourth and final episode of our Sifted mini-series! Last week in episode three, I was joined by Caleb Nelson, Chief Growth Officer, to talk all about Sifted's Parcel Audit solution for shippers; how it can identify and recover lost revenue; how the boom in ecommerce has impacted shippers; and the power of strategic automation. And today in episode four, we'll be turning our attention to S...

Today I'm joined by MODIFI , a forward-thinking global financial services technology brand who are on a mission to reinvent global commerce – despite supply chain disruption. MODIFI is a one stop platform for business payments and trade management, founded with the aim to make trade seamless and transparent for businesses around the globe. Designed to challenge the status quo, MODIFI allows export...

It's episode three of our Sifted mini-series! Last week in episode two, I was joined by Kevin Miller, VP of Data Insights at Sifted, to talk all about what simulation and modeling means; common misconceptions; the benefits of using simulation to make smart supply chain adjustments; and how predictive modeling has the potential to revolutionize your business's sustainability goals. And today in epi...

Today I'm joined by unique global freight forwarder, Estes Forwarding Worldwide (EFW). EFW is one of the leading domestic and international freight forwarders in the US, providing customized logistics solutions for clients around the world and across all industries including retail, government, automotive, health services and technology. Whether it's air, ground, or ocean freight, they take a pers...

It's episode two of our brand new Sifted mini-series! Last week on episode one, we took a closer look at the Sifted Score. I was joined by Chief Experience Officer Ami to explore exactly how the Sifted Score works; how it helps to deliver categorized insights for quick actions; and how Sifted are empowering shippers to make confident and future-proof decisions. Today in episode 2, we're turning ou...

In today's episode of Women In Supply Chain I'm joined by Jolene Peixoto, a powerhouse who is as passionate about championing female leadership as she is about bringing stories to life. Jolene launched her career in high tech PR 20 years ago, and has never looked back. Working at leading brands including Emulex, Blue Yonder and now FarEye, Jolene has driven global corporate communications strategi...

We're kicking off another brand new mini-series! For this four-part special, I'm joined by Sifted : the number one logistics intelligence platform, who are empowering shippers to make smart, data-powered business decisions. Over the next four episodes, our "Tomorrow's Insights Delivered Today" series is going to take a closer look at Sifted: their market-leading products; the customers they're hel...

Today I'm joined by Cargo Chief and Hubtek , not one but two leading technology companies, working in the transportation space, who often partner together to provide the best results for their customers. Cargo Chief enables 3PLs and freight brokers to expand their carrier network, gain visibility into real-time pricing, and streamline their processes. And Hubtek is a tech-enabled talent and automa...

Today we're bringing you a little treat, in the shape of one of our most-viewed videos on YouTube. No Bullshipping with Hope White is one of our most popular live content series, and this episode has really gone down a storm. So whether you're in the ocean freight market or global supply chain, the trucking industry or drayage, make sure you pay attention! In this episode, Hope is joined by specia...

It's episode 23 of Blended: I'm joined by another amazing panel of guests and, today, we're tackling another really tough issue – Asian disscrimination. Now this is something that many of us, outside of the Asian community, had probably not thought too much about. But when the pandemic hit, putting in some cases a potentially negative light on China, the world saw an eruption of hate and anger tow...

Today I'm joined by Cavallo , a powerhouse software company that is on a mission to drive efficiency in every stage of the distribution process. Brought to you by the designers of SalesPad, Cavallo offers distribution management software with all the power of an ERP solution, and all the functionality of the industry's biggest tech powers - with none of the bottlenecks, frustrating interface, or d...

Today I'm joined by Orderful , a forward-thinking EDI software provider, that is on a mission to modernize contemporary supply chains. Orderful is a complete cloud EDI platform for manufacturers, distributors, retailers, and technology companies. With an API that enables companies to connect once and trade EDI data with their supply chain, Orderful customers are able to consolidate their EDI softw...

In today's episode of Women In Supply Chain, I'm joined by Margo Waldie: an amazing woman helping businesses increase their profitability using her expertise in the cargo, sales and warehousing worlds. Margo is currently the director of sales at NFI, a fully integrated North American supply chain solutions provider. A champion of sales who has made over 50 thousand sales calls, Margo Waldie joins...

Today I'm joined by Unilog, the customer-focused experts in the design and management of global supply chains. Unilog specializes in global fulfilment and mission-critical logistics services. Their flexible, customized supply chain solutions, based on best practices and expertise, work seamlessly with internal client operations to ensure time-definite delivery wherever and whenever necessary. With...

It's episode 22 of Blended: I'm joined by another fantastic panel of guests and, today, we're tackling another tricky issue – tokenism. Tokenism is a relatively new idea – the term was only coined in the late 70's – but we are hearing it more and more as the conversations around diversity and inclusion grow. And, when issues like this arise, that can potentially derail the really good DEI work tha...

Today I'm joined by Jonathan Kempe, CEO and founder of Verifai and host of Let's Talk Supply Chain AsiaPac, to talk all about the landscape of supply chain and the current disruptions; digital media industry trends; the labor gap between companies and workers; and the role of technology within the industry. We also share a very exciting announcement!   IN THIS EPISODE WE DISCUSS:   [08.01] From in...

Today I'm joined by NYSHEX , a leading shipping technology company that is creating reliable ocean shipping through effective digital contracts. NYSHEX was built to restore trust and reliability in global trade. As the leader in two-way committed contracts, their neutral exchange unites shippers and carriers with a predictable, efficient, and accountable system for global commerce. Today Gordon Do...

In today's episode of Women In Supply Chain, I'm joined Amani Radman: an amazing woman on two very special missions. To provide reliable, cost-effective transportation services through her own logistics brand; and, to champion the power of diversity in supply chain. Born in Somalia, Amani moved to the US and achieved a degree in supply logistics, management and leadership from Portland State Unive...

Today I'm joined by Argo AI , a forward-thinking transport technology business who are on a mission to make the world's streets and roadways safe, accessible and useful for all, through the power of self-driving technology. With a team of self-driven engineers, strategists, product managers, and more – from over 50 countries – Argo are utilizing self-driving products and services to transform the...

Today I'm joined by Pando , a global logistics software brand and the world's first open-market freight management platform, which brings together an economic network of delivery stakeholders. Pando is a market leader in supply chain technology, building the world's fastest, and highest ROI driven networked‑Transport Management System. Pando is the TMS of choice for Fortune 500 manufacturers, reta...

It's episode 21 of Blended! I'm joined by another incredible panel of guests and we're talking about diverse talent in the workplace, and how to keep it. From labor shortages to issues around retention, I'm having more and more conversations about talent on Let's Talk Supply Chain, and it really was time to bring that conversation over to Blended. Ensuring you have diverse talent in your business...

Today I'm joined by Klaus Imping – best-selling author, entrepreneur, innovator, thought leader and CEO all rolled into one. With an education in Business Administration, Klaus worked for almost a decade in various organizational, IT and process re-engineering roles before making the move to consulting, where he has worked with numerous clients and projects for almost three decades. As an author,...

In today's episode of Women In Supply Chain, I'm joined by the supply chain program manager at Amazon, Sneha Kumari. A Six Sigma Green Belt certified professional, who boats over a decade of experience leading quality supply chain and operational programs at several companies, Sneha is recognized as Operations Women Leaders by McKinsey and Co. Which doesn't happen often! She pours her passion into...

We're continuing to put the spotlight on our incredible family of Let's Talk Supply Chain live shows, bringing you special guests and exclusive content that you don't want to miss. Last week, we featured First Things First, with Mercado in episode 262 and Coming In Hot, with Abby Baird in episode 264 . And now it's Sarah's turn with Thoughts and Coffee. Known as "The Best 30-Minutes on a Tuesday",...

This is the fourth and final episode of our mini-series in partnership with Quickbase . Last week in Episode 3 , "Connect," I was joined by Jacob MacIntrye to explore the complex world of construction; the challenges of keeping projects on time and budget, amidst supply chain and labor disruption; the importance of building stakeholder trust; and exactly how Quickbase can equip your team with real...