The Chris Joslyn Show

Dozens of container ships offshore from the ports of Los Angeles and Long Beach are the most visible symbols of the nation’s besieged supply chains. The fleet of massive ships represent the magnitude of the supply chain crisis and the systemic failure of the port infrastructure to meet surging consumer demand.  So… how did they vanish overnight? In our sixth addition of Mini JOZBytes, jo...

The major shipping ports across the nation have made news for congestion and persistent bottlenecks. The disruptions impact the entire supply-chain, slowing deliveries, and contributing to higher prices. The backlog has captured the attention of all levels of government – including the White House. President Biden issued an executive order directing federal agencies to address the problems, s...

Friday, November 5th, the House finally passed the so-called bi-partisan infrastructure bill.  The final tally, 228-to-206, showed however that the bill could hardly be labeled bi-partisan. The nearly 3,000 page bill contains $550 billion in  new  spending. The total $1.2 trillion figure  includes  annual funding allocated to highways and various infrastructure p...

The latest government data shows the number of people quitting their jobs surged to a new record in August. Nearly 4.3 million people quit – that’s 2.9% of the workforce.  The previous record was in April at 2.8%, almost 4 million people. It’s important to get this right. Businesses needed to respond to job quits. And that response would be shaped by what people...

The phrase, “It’s the economy, stupid”, spotlights the connection between voter preferences and economic conditions. James Carville, Bill Clinton’s chief campaign strategist is the individual that coined the term.  Voters are increasingly skeptical of President Biden’s economic policies. Fifty percent of Americans now believe the economy is getting worse, not better. That’s a 15-point increase fro...

To be sure, politicians want to show the public they are doing something to solve important national problems.  The ports are important, and the disruptions are front page news.   It is, however, ironic that the federal government now feels it can solve a problem that it created. In our first addition of Mini JOZBytes - Let’s examine how the government created the Great Supply Chain Snarl of 2021.

Join us for a conversation with TGS about helping to fill the void companies see by keeping their driver pools fully staffed and efficient. How regulations and HOS affect productivity and the need for greater recognition of the human capital behind one of America's essential jobs.

Join us for a chat with a Transportation/Logistics thought leader and  Founder of Supply Chain Coach Inc. He may be "semi" retired. But, he still has a lot of wisdom to impart. "Focus on efficiencies and Continuous Improvement". These words will always have an impact!

Can we trust what People say? Or, do we wait to see what they do? Let's take a look at a couple of surveys on "Hot Topics" of today and see how studying "Stated" and "Revealed" preferences open the door to a  wider understanding of what's important to individuals and companies alike.

Join Chris for a discussion on the Commoditization of transportation services and how companies can still succeed by understanding how to differentiate themselves from the rest of the crowd.

Join us to further discuss re-calibration after an unprecedented time. Do Job Quits correlate with Business Start-Ups?  Or, is there something deeper at play? JOZ Bytes: Simplifying the world of Transportation & Supply Chain one Byte at a time. Please visit our website at www.iLevelLogistics.com 🚛 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ilevellogistics Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ile...

Blockchain and the future of expedited business transactions. The future is at our doorstep.  Join us as we discuss the importance of embracing technology and understanding how it has the potential to radically change multiple industries and bring the consumers of goods and services much closer to those that offer them.

Will businesses be forced to mandate employee vaccinations? Will it be voluntary? Or, will they just be "encouraged" to do so by our current administration?   We shall see very soon - as the "Push for Passports"  is on.   Let's discuss some of the ramifications and effects of this on the Trucking Industry and take a look at some of the possibilities.

Meet the "Messy Middle". Re-aligning the business environment to meet the need for labor and the technologies at hand, the hybridization of the workplace has arrived. But, it is a messy middle ground for companies and employees alike. Here are seven (7) reasons its happening anyway.

It seems that the Transportation Industry is going through a process of forced change... or is it just a Re-calibration? Is this just an inevitable change that's been sped toward implementation by the circumstances of our recent past? Join us as we take up the discussion and contemplate the future. JOZ Bytes: Simplifying the world of Transportation & Supply Chain one Byte at a time.

Did the Pandemic cause a "Great Resignation"? Or, is it just the history of Supply & Demand? Let's look at this as the "Great Reshuffle" instead, and how job openings and "quits" look pretty much the same.  With or without Covid-19

Cash Flow is King. As a business owner, you need to keep your eyes on the lifeblood of your company; Cash Flow. Know when to risk your own money and when and how to borrow.   Join us as we explore this important subject with our guest, Scott Walton, CEO, and President of West Mark Capital.

Capacity is certainly an issue in today's domestic and International  Logistics Marketplaces. Constraints are both "real" with physical elements and "virtual" with productivity elements.  Take a listen to the Truth of it and the Consequences of both.

Land, Sea, and Air Ports are vulnerable points of concern.  Security is paramount at all of them and for all Modes of Transportation.   Join us for a discussion with a Security expert in the Transportation sector. From his time with the Border to his focus on counter-terrorism, Lance has been an advocate for protecting our Transportation Infrastructure from all bad actors, foreign and do...

How's your "Cyber Hygiene"? That is the question we need to ask as both businesses and as people as we continue to explore new and more complex technologies. It's a benefit to have the tools, but you need to protect yourself from those that would use them against you.  Join us for a  conversation with Cyber Security Expert Mitch Rosen on how to be a good steward of your digital world.&nb...

We have a special treat in store for this episode of the show. An illuminating discussion with an Industry Professional.  He gives us a  peak into his history with different companies and a view into the future of the profession of Logistics, and how it touches us all.   As a  leader with Orion Solutions Group, Dave Porter is an advocate for the industry and those that hav...

It's time to have a Q&A with our "Real Talk" partner, Jennifer. Together we tackle some viewer comments and questions - regarding everything from the Indirect Source Rule to Working from Home. Come join us as we work with you to foster our understanding of these and important subjects within the Transportation Logistics Industry realm. We are listening!   JOZ Bytes: Simplifying the world...

Sounding off with a short take on the effect on Driver supply in an industry critically in need of quality CDL professionals. The D&A  Clearinghouse has a robust process.  But, few Drivers with Violations are going through the "Return to Duty" steps. What can we do to fill the void? JOZ Bytes: Simplifying the world of Transportation & Supply Chain one Byte at a time.

The "Local to Los Angeles" Trucking community is as diverse as it is large. On this episode of JOZ Bytes, we converse with Adan from Lightning Xpress and get into the nitty-gritty - taking a peek into the world of DRAYAGE, how REGULATIONS and RETENTION factor into running a company, understanding the MARKET, engaging in a DRIVER-CENTRIC philosophy, and how practicing HONESTY & INTEGRITY in ord...

Starting up and running a business is not easy. Join us as we explore STRATEGIC and TRANSACTIONAL THINKING and how it applies to the building blocks of business.    JOZ Bytes: Simplifying the world of Transportation & Supply Chain one Byte at a time.