In this episode of the Supply Chaney podcast, Nathan Chaney interviews Matt Yearling, founder of YMX Logistics, to discuss the often-overlooked area of yard management within the supply chain. Matt shares his journey from electrical engineering to logistics, emphasizing the importance of technology and operations in optimizing yard operations. The conversation explores the current state of the yard logistics industry, the challenges faced by shippers, and the future trends in yard management, including the adoption of electric vehicles and the need for a more integrated approach to operations and technology.Chapters00:00 Introduction to Yard Operations and YMX Logistics05:39 Understanding the Blind Spot in Supply Chain11:12 Matt Yearling's Journey: From Engineering to Logistics16:33 The Entrepreneurial Journey of YMX Logistics23:31 Building Trust Through Color and Transparency25:34 Current State of Yard Logistics32:59 Challenges in Yard Operations and Technology34:33 The Evolution of Yard Management Systems38:14 The Debate: Diesel vs. Electric Vehicles41:57 Looking Ahead: The Future of Yard Operations Surgere is the official sponsor of The Supply Chaney Podcast for 2025. Surgere’s singular focus is building AI-powered, frictionless supply chains that result in real time, end-to-end visibility with 99.9% accuracy for partners and customers.

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