Let's Talk Supply Chain

438: Women In Supply Chain, Maria Madrigal

05 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Maria Madrigal talks about her career journey; overcoming challenges in a male-dominated industry; her leadership style; & the achievement she's most ...

437: Women In Supply Chain, Mercedes Pina

25 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Mercedes Pina talks about her career journey; her experience as an immigrant; her passion for logistics; and why she believes that anything is possibl...

435: Leave Excel Behind, with Parabola

13 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Alex Yaseen of Parabola talks about his founder journey; the future of spreadsheets; empowering teams with workflow control; and embracing AI.    IN...

434: Synchronize Your Supply Chain Execution, with Blue Yonder

11 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Tiffany Brewer of Blue Yonder talks about synchronizing supply chain execution; building resilient businesses; & helping clients reduce spend & drive ...

433: Women In Supply Chain, Annie Torikian

04 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Annie Torikian talks about her career journey; her passion for innovation; balancing professional and social responsibility; and being named a trailbl...

432: Discover the Future of Forecasting, with Manhattan Associates

28 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Jeff Beadle of Manhattan talks about their Unified Forecasting Method; how the hybrid approach is different; & the benefits to supply chain planning. ...

431: Fleet Logistics Made Easy, with TSG Fleet

21 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Trace Haggard of TSG Fleet talks about his founder journey; the problem of overcapacity; avoiding delays; & the benefit of providing solutions under o...

430: Unify Your Supply Chain Systems, with Manhattan Associates

14 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Bryant Smith of Manhattan talks about supply chain unification; visibility, resiliency & cost; overcoming siloes; and delivering big results with thei...

429: Women In Supply Chain, Kameel Gaines

07 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Kameel Gaines talks about her career journey; her business Rig on Wheels; driver recruitment; & the importance of elevating African American women in ...

428: Create Customer Experiences that Supercharge Success, with Narvar

30 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Amit Sharma of Narvar talks about leveraging intelligent communication to boost consumer trust, create memorable shopping experiences & maximize conve...

427: Leverage Technology to Automate Supplier Data Validation and Mitigate Risk, with Relish

23 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Jeremy Reeves of Relish & Matt Montgomery of SAP talk about how technology can automate supplier data validation and mitigate risk; our data end games...

426: Discover the Truth About Digitalization in Container Shipping in 2024, with DCSA

16 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Thomas Bagge of DCSA & Thomas Morris of FINN Partners talk about digitalization in container shipping; drivers & barriers to change; and progress & pr...

425: Women In Supply Chain, Josephine Coombe

09 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Josephine Coombe talks about her career journey; how marketing has changed; work/life balance; & why it's never been a more exciting time to be in sup...

424: Orchestrate and Optimize Your Terminal Operations, with Lynxis

02 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Larry Cuddy of Lynxis talks about transforming terminal operations; consolidating solutions; & his vision for the landside logistics facilities of tom...

423: Flipping Product Compliance From Cost Center to Profit Engine, with Assent

26 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Ryan Zelhofer of Assent talks about PFAS management & evolving regulations; understanding risk; working with suppliers; & compliance as a competitive ...

422: Women In Supply Chain, Kiran Mann

19 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Kiran Mann talks about her career journey; her experience in the male-dominated auto industry; & why she left the corporate world to found her own bus...

421: Tap Into A Shared Source of Truth for the Global Supply Chain, with Altana

12 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Evan Smith of Altana talks about his mission to fix globalization; the role of AI in making data actionable; & the changing face of supply chain visib...

420: LogTech Live: Logistics Technology in the $3.6 Billion Drayage Market

05 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Eric Johnson of LogTech Live talks about the new FMC detention and demurrage billing rules - the changes, challenges & what they mean for businesses. ...

419 Discover OmniPoint Inventory Visibility and Tackle Shrinkage, with OneRail

29 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Bill Catania of OneRail talks about inventory, visibility & shrinkage; empowering customers by normalizing data; & optimizing customer experience.   ...

418: Digitally Transform Your Logistics Business, with Newage Software and Solutions

22 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Jon Phillips of Newage Software and Solutions & Chuck Simmons of E-Freight Solutions talk about collaboration, developing new software, & helping SME...

417: Fulfill Your Potential, with Blue Yonder

15 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Ann Marie Jonkman of Blue Yonder talks about using tech to solve labor challenges; empowering teams & organizations to fulfill potential; & future sup...

416: Uncover the Top Supplier Management Challenges of 2024, with Relish

08 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Ryan Walicki & Matt Montgomery talk about supplier management - data challenges; complex tech; taking a proactive approach to risk; & the potential of...

415: Women In Supply Chain, Evin Sisemore

01 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Evin Sisemore talks about founding a business alongside her husband; navigating its acquisition; how sales have evolved; & supporting women in supply ...

414: Section 321: Borderless Ecommerce At Your Fingertips

24 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Dwayne Johnson talks about SCI; Section 321 & the rise of borderless e-commerce; & why a well-designed cross-border supply chain can be a competitive ...

412: Maximize Warehouse Efficiency and Profitability, with CargoWise

17 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Martin Hespeler & Graham Burford talk about warehouse management; challenges & opportunities; & how tech is helping logistics providers navigate marke...

411: Bridge The Digital Divide, with SDI

10 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Neil Clover talks about bridging the digital divide; design thinking; the challenges of integrating new tech; & empowering workers by simplifying solu...

410: Women In Supply Chain, Julie Tilenius

03 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Julie Tilenius discusses her career journey; the importance of building skills by trying new things; how the industry has changed; & her biggest achie...

409: Achieve End-to-End Visibility, Tracking and Monitoring For Your Shipments, with Tive

27 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Krenar Komoni talks about Tive; understanding the condition, as well as location, of shipments; sustainability; and why every shipment matters. IN T...

408: Strategically Extend Your Enterprise Applications, with Relish

20 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Ryan Walicki of Relish talks about why enterprise solutions rarely cover all bases; the rise of AI; & the importance of collaboration & customer exper...

406: Unlock the Opportunities of Cross-Border Ecommerce, with CargoWise

13 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Stephen Dascoli & Vincent Lacopella talk about cross-border ecommerce - the challenges & opportunities; the importance of technology; and market growt...

405: Women In Supply Chain, Lalitha Rajagopalan

06 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Lalitha Rajagopalan talks about her career journey; the experience of founding her own business; her passion for equality; & what she loves about proc...

404: Parking Your Truck Is As Easy As 1, 2, 3, with Truck Parking Club

29 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Evan Shelley of Truck Parking Club talks about creating tech that truckers want to use; why the industry is tough for the small guys; & transforming t...

403: Unify Your Retail Experience, with Delivery Solutions

22 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Amy Leachman of Delivery Solutions talks about the brand & what they do; ecommerce & the importance of omnichannel; and provider and solution diversif...

401: RELEX Talks: State of Supply Chain 2024 – Sneak Preview

15 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Jill Standish & Laurence Brenig-Jones join Sarah Godet of RELEX to discuss collaboration; surge buying and social media; & balancing cost with service...

400: Raise The Bar For Your Supply Chain, with Polaris Transportation Group

08 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Dave Cox of Polaris Transportation Group talks about embracing change; the importance of relationships; cross-border complexity; & the power of digit...

399: Women in Supply Chain, Pamela Simon

01 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of the #LetsTalkSupplyChain Podcast, we discuss: [07.11] The early years of Pam's career, and what she learned along the way. [09.23] ...

398: Welcome to Supply Chain Unfiltered

25 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Karin Bursa joins Christine Barnhart to launch Supply Chain Unfiltered & talk about industry challenges, bad ERPs & the importance of interoperability...

397 – Blended: What We Need To Know About Bias

20 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The panel discusses bias - where it comes from; how we call it out; the process of learning and unlearning; the impact of titles; & the top 5 workplac...

396: Take A Peek Behind The Curtain, with Flexport

18 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Ryan Petersen talks about his entrepreneurial journey; the changes behind the scenes at Flexport; and what we can expect from them and the industry in...

395: Women in Supply Chain, Lisa Dolan

08 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Lisa Dolan talks about her 26 year tenure at ALOM; how the industry has changed and the emerging trends to look out for; and why supply chain needs a ...

394: Be Agile, Decrease Costs, and Improve Supply Chain Accuracy, with Osa Commerce

04 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Yifat Baror & Padhu Raman of Osa Commerce talk about AI & data; the importance of collaboration, connectivity & communication; & the challenges with v...

393: Get 100% Visibility Over Your Final Mile, with OneRail

26 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Peter Cyr of OneRail talks about the final mile, its evolution, diversifying carrier networks, & how OneRail are helping customers to achieve 100% vis...

392: Blended: Preference vs Bias: What's The Difference?

21 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The panel discusses preference vs. bias; the differences; the impacts; and the ways that we can tackle bias in ourselves and within our communities.

391: Gain Supreme Power Over Your Supply Chain, With SDI

19 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

John Delligatti of SDI talks about data challenges, digital transformation, understanding KPI's and why SDI created its ZEUS Supply Chain Analytics 08...

390: Achieve Real Results And Innovate For The Future, with GAINS

12 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Dave Shrager of GAINS debunks supply chain myths & talks about the disconnect between tech & results, continuous change & why businesses need to find ...

389: Women in Supply Chain, Carmit Glik

05 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Carmit Glik talks about swapping the corporate world for start-ups; leveling the playing field for SME's; and how motherhood makes her a better leader...

388: See The Future of Transportation, with Win Global

29 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Igor Chigrin of Win Global discusses his DroneShip Project; its impact on sustainability; global transportation challenges; & the untapped potential i...

387: New Year, New Goals in Supply Chain

22 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Audrey Ross and Sarah Barnes-Humphrey talk about New Year disruptions; high-tech wearables; sustainable resolutions; and how trade finance can empower...

386 - Blended: Let's Change The World! Organizations Doing Good Now

17 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The panel discusses doing good - personal vs corporate responsibility; the line between people and profit; & how organizations can create a positive i...

385: Make The Right Decisions For Your Supply Chain, with GAINS

15 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Jeff Metersky talks about decisioning; the risks in using your gut; embracing a VUCA world; and why GAINS is putting a focus on configuration and opti...

384: Show Me The Money: Why Women Need To Stop Working For Free

08 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Marina Mayer, Katie Date & Jo Ann Dizy discuss money - why women need to stop working for free; their iniatives for change; & the importance of collab...

383: Transform Your Supply Chain and Retail Planning, with RELEX Solutions

01 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Katie Malakhov & Alex Jobin talk about RELEX; the current challenges in retail supply chain; and putting sustainability at the heart of everything the...

382: Failed Predictions, Bananas and a Supercharged Supply Chain

25 Dec 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Ashley Yentz talks about failed 2023 predictions; supply chain complexity; visibility, agility & planning; cybersecurity; & why AI is only as good as ...

381 – Blended: Don't Cancel Us! Calling out Cancel Culture

20 Dec 2023

Contributed by Lukas

The panel discusses cancel culture; how and why it's changed; the role of social media; & what organizations can do to tackle it and create thriving w...

380: Women in Supply Chain, Christine Barnhart

18 Dec 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Christine Barnhart talks about her supply chain journey; how women promote themselves & support each other; finding her voice; & the power of building...

379: Use Effective Rate Management To Boost Your Business, with DrayMaster

11 Dec 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Travis Barnier talks about DrayMaster; managing limited freight in a competitive market; building stronger relationships; and effective rate managemen...

Achieve 360° Supply Chain Visibility for Greater Control and Optimization, with SDI

04 Dec 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Cris Ferregur talks about SDI; predicting demand in an unpredictable world; the power of data; & finding the balance between new technologies & legacy...

377: How AI is Improving Supply Chain Sustainability, with Dyci Sfregola and Hope White

27 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Dyci Sfregola & Hope White discuss how AI is changing the game for supply chain sustainability & how the right technology will improve your supply ch...

376: See The Future Of Your Supply Chain, with Optilogic

20 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Don Hicks talks about Optilogic & what they do; answering the supply chain 'what-ifs'; & finding the perfect balance between cost, service, risk, and ...

375 - Blended: 'Did They Just Say That?' The Truth About Microaggression

15 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

The panel talk about microaggressions: what they are; how to identify them; how to tackle them; and their personal experiences. 

374: Achieve Supply Chain Optimization In Record Time, with GAINS

13 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Bill Benton talks about GAINS; how supply chain decision-making has changed; the impact of machine learning & AI; and committing to democratizing supp...

373: Going Beyond Visibility - Culture and Digitization

09 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Tudor Maxwell talks about logistics digitization; change management; training and development with WiseTech Academy; & why chaos isn't necessarily a b...

372: Women in Supply Chain, T.J. Kragenbrink

06 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

T.J. Kragenbrink talks about her career pivot and what she's learned along the way; becoming an industry award-winner; and making strides in sustainab...

371: Going Beyond Visibility - From Risk to Resilience: How Technology Is Transforming Global Supply chains

02 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Nachi Mendelow & Mohan Dipsingh talk about risk, resilience, technology and why taking a holistic approach to your supply chain is the key to success....

370: Achieve True Supply Chain Visibility, with Beacon Technologies

30 Oct 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Fraser Robinson talks about Beacon Technologies; carbon and collaboration; building a data-centric approach to supply chain; and the problem with ERP'...

369: From Chaos To Clarity: Simplifying Global Customs Compliance

26 Oct 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Craig Seelig & Laurie Arnold talk about the compliance landscape; the cost of non-compliance; & the importance of technology to create a single source...

368: Harness The Power Of Blockchain To Transform Your Supply Chain, with KNNX

23 Oct 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Pete Gowanlock talks about KNNX; the benefits of blockchain; technology & collaboration; and solving the challenge of visibility and information shari...

367: Going Beyond Visibility - Unveiling The Invisible

19 Oct 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Gene Gander and Amna Shah discuss visibility - what it really means; the challenges and opportunities; tech investments; and how CargoWise can help. [...

366: Blended – Levelling The Playing Field: What Women Have To Think About Vs Men

18 Oct 2023

Contributed by Lukas

The panel discusses what women have to think about vs men; societal expectations; the impact of bias and stereotypes; and how we can create safe spac...

365: Delivering the Amazon effect: how to increase your last mile delivery efficiency by 30%

16 Oct 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Chris Garrison talks about Onfleet; the importance of empowering drivers; achieving competitive advantage by delighting customers; & the future of the...

364: Women in Supply Chain, Lisa Morales-Hellebo

09 Oct 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Lisa Morales-Hellebo talks about the power of technological invention and innovation; awards; building communities; and making sustainability a priori...

363: Grab On-Demand Access To Yard Space, with SecurSpace

02 Oct 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Bobby Strenk talks about SecurSpace; the challenges of limited storage and parking space; collaboration and connectivity; and improving driver experie...

362: Solve Your Retail Supply Chain Challenges, with SPS Commerce

25 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Tony Thrasher talks about SPS Commerce; the landscape of retail supply chain; collaboration; and the importance of meeting consumers where they want t...

361: Blended - Trauma, Allyship and Pity: Understanding Victimhood

20 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

The panel discussed what it means to be a victim; personal experiences; weaponizing and gatekeeping victimhood; bias and discrimination; and pity.

360: Deliver A Great Trucker Experience, with DCLI

18 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Lee Newitt talks about DCLI; investing in improving trucker experience; chassis regulation; & its mission to transform the way chassis work within sup...

359: Women in Supply Chain, Alexis Mizell-Pleasant

11 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Alexis Mizell-Pleasant talks about her time in the US Navy and her passion for supporting veterans; balancing a career with motherhood; and supply cha...

358: Harness The Power Of Asset Tracking Engineered for Intelligence, with Blackberry Radar

04 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Christopher Platt talks about Blackberry Radar; the challenges & opportunities in multimodal; safety & compliance; & why now is the time to invest in ...

357: Leverage the Power of Shipping Intelligence, with Reveel

28 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Josh Dunham talks about why he co-founded Reveel; helping businesses ship smarter and save more; advocating for clients; & leveling the playing field....

356: Break Down Design Barriers and Scale Your Business, with MFG

21 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Greg Kress talks about MFG & Shapeways; enabling manufacturers to digitize; the challenges in a fast-paced market; and why AI will transform manufactu...

355: Blended – Anxiety

16 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

The panel discusses anxiety; physical and mental triggers and symptoms; how we can support others; and the resources and techniques that worked for th...

354: Stop Supply Chain Chaos and Get One Step Ahead, with Osa Commerce

14 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Yifat Baror talks about Osa Commerce; how e-commerce is changing the industry; combining the power of collaboration & visibility; and tackling data ch...

353: Women in supply chain™, Holly Pearce

07 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Holly Pearce talks about her career so far; the changing landscape of logistics; swapping teaching for studying; and why she's a self-confessed supply...

352: Simplify Freight By Rail, With Commtrex

31 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Martin Lew talks about Commtrex and what they do; the challenges and opportunities in rail; empowering shippers through choice and connectivity; and w...

351: Transform Your Freight Forwarding Business, with GoFreight

24 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Rik Walters tells us all about GoFreight; visibility, and its impact on margins; creating memorable customer experiences; and leveling the playing fie...

350: Seniority In a Company

19 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

The panel discusses what seniority means to them; how it differs from leadership; the importance of job titles; & their experiences of good and bad le...

349: Deliver a Frictionless Last Mile, with OneRail

17 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Bill Catania talks about OneRail; the challenges & opportunities around capacity; & why he believes that technology can't change all outcomes, but peo...

348: How COVID Changed Last Mile Delivery Forever, with SEKO

10 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Brian Bourke talks about how the pandemic changed last mile delivery – the challenges; opportunities; & how SEKO is enhancing customer experience [0...

347: Women in supply chain™, Seretha Willingham

03 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Seretha Willingham talks about her career; swapping the corporate world for entrepreneurship; scaling a business during a pandemic; & the secret to he...

346: Enable and Empower Your Supply Chain, with WiseTech

26 Jun 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Richard White talks about WiseTech; his entrepreneurial journey; visibility; growth through acquisition; and his vision for the industry [07.23] An in...

345: Blended – Emotional Recovery: The Unspoken Journey

21 Jun 2023

Contributed by Lukas

The panel discusses emotional recovery; share their experiences & words of advice; and reflects on how we can open up conversations to better support ...

344: Women in Supply Chain, Sharon Manker

19 Jun 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Sharon Manker talks about her career; finding community through education; advocating for change unapologetically; and successful supplier diversity ...

343: Create a One-Stop Solution for Supply Chain Automation, with Logward

12 Jun 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Jonas Krumland chats about Logward; improving relationships through integration; and the importance of changing mindsets, as well as building great so...

342: Women in Supply Chain, Juliette Samson

05 Jun 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Juliette Samson talks will about her career; hyper-collaboration; how tech is changing; and helping to raise the influence of women on boards [07.53] ...

341: Maximize Container Efficiency, with Trakking

29 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Patrick Lo talks about Trakking; bringing predictability to container management; & the importance of working together to remove waste from supply cha...

340: Container Confusion: Are Shipping Trends Lost at Sea? with Steve Ferreira

22 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Last month, we shared one of my favorite recent episodes of Thoughts and Coffee with you - and we got such great feedback that we decided to do it ag...

339: Blended - Introverts vs Extroverts: What's the Difference?

17 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome back to Blended! It's episode 32, I'm joined by a brand new panel of fantastic professionals and, today, we're talking about introverts vs ext...

338: Set a New Standard for Global Trade, with Flexport

15 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Today I'm joined by Flexport, an exciting and innovative software brand that is on a mission to make global trade easy for everyone. Flexport is build...

337: Transform the Way You Work, with Esker

07 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Today I'm joined by Esker, a long-standing software brand that is on a mission to build a foundation that promotes positive-sum growth, increased prod...

336: Women in Supply Chain, Liz Decker

28 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In today's episode of Women In Supply Chain™, I'm joined by Liz Decker, a truly passionate and dynamic leader at one of Inc's Best Workplaces in Ame...

335: What You Need to Know About Space Logistics, with Ryan Duffy

23 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Today I'm shaking things up and sharing one of my favorite recent episodes of Thoughts and Coffee. In this episode, I'm joined by exciting industry wr...