Supply Chain in the Fast Lane

The Council of Supply Chain Management Professionals (CSCMP) and Supply Chain Xchange bring you this podcast filled with deep industry discussions. We talk to today’s top thought innovators, spanning topics across the entire supply chain. Supply Chain in the Fast Lane fast tracks topics you need to know from leaders you want to know. In this Fifth Season of ten episodes, we look at The State of Logistics. SEASON 5 : The State of Logistics EPISODE 1: What is the State of Logistics Report? In this introduction to our podcast series, CSCMP President and CEO Mark Baxa provides some background on the State of Logistics Report—now entering its 35th year—and details on how it can be used by practitioners. Guest: Mark Baxa, CSCMP President and CEO Moderator: Susan Lacefield, executive editor, Supply Chain Xchange Supply Chain in the Fast Lane is sponsored by: HERE Technologies Links Learn more about CSCMPJoin the CSCMP communityCSCMP's Supply Chain XchangeSubscribe to CSCMP's Supply Chain XchangeSign up for our FREE newslettersListen to our sister podcast, Logistics MattersAdvertise with CSCMP's Supply Chain Xchange

The Council of Supply Chain Management Professionals (CSCMP) and Supply Chain Xchange bring you this podcast filled with deep industry discussions. We talk to today’s top thought innovators, spanning topics across the entire supply chain. Supply Chain in the Fast Lane fast tracks topics you need to know from leaders you want to know. In this Fifth Season of ten episodes, we look at The State of Logistics. SEASON 5 : The State of Logistics EPISODE 2: Overview of the 2024 State of Logistics Report We are joined by the 2024 State of Logistics Report lead author Josh Brogan, who is a partner at Kearney. Brogan outlines the top three findings from the report and the continuing uncertainty faced by the logistics market. Guest: Josh Brogan, partner at Kearney Moderator: Diane Rand, managing editor, Supply Chain Xchange Supply Chain in the Fast Lane is sponsored by: HERE Technologies Links Learn more about CSCMPJoin the CSCMP communityCSCMP's Supply Chain XchangeSubscribe to CSCMP's Supply Chain XchangeSign up for our FREE newslettersListen to our sister podcast, Logistics MattersAdvertise with CSCMP's Supply Chain Xchange

The Council of Supply Chain Management Professionals (CSCMP) and Supply Chain Xchange bring you this podcast filled with deep industry discussions. We talk to today’s top thought innovators, spanning topics across the entire supply chain. Supply Chain in the Fast Lane fast tracks topics you need to know from leaders you want to know. In this Fifth Season of ten episodes, we look at The State of Logistics. SEASON 5 : The State of Logistics EPISODE 3: Trucking Market Outlook When can we expect to emerge from this freight recession? Balaji Guntur, talks capacity, rates, and the role of technology. Guest: Balaji Guntur, co-founder and CEO of Hoptek Moderator: Susan Lacefield, executive editor, Supply Chain Xchange Supply Chain in the Fast Lane is sponsored by: HERE Technologies Links Learn more about CSCMPJoin the CSCMP communityCSCMP's Supply Chain XchangeSubscribe to CSCMP's Supply Chain XchangeSign up for our FREE newslettersListen to our sister podcast, Logistics MattersAdvertise with CSCMP's Supply Chain Xchange

The Council of Supply Chain Management Professionals (CSCMP) and Supply Chain Xchange bring you this podcast filled with deep industry discussions. We talk to today’s top thought innovators, spanning topics across the entire supply chain. Supply Chain in the Fast Lane fast tracks topics you need to know from leaders you want to know. In this Fifth Season of ten episodes, we look at The State of Logistics. SEASON 5 : The State of Logistics EPISODE 4: Ocean Freight Market Outlook Disruption and volatility have characterized the ocean freight market of late. Erik Mattson, director at the global management consulting firm Alix Partners, discusses where rates are heading and how to weather these changing conditions. Guest: Erik Mattson, director at Alix Partners Moderator: Susan Lacefield, executive editor, Supply Chain Xchange Supply Chain in the Fast Lane is sponsored by: HERE Technologies Links Learn more about CSCMPJoin the CSCMP communityCSCMP's Supply Chain XchangeSubscribe to CSCMP's Supply Chain XchangeSign up for our FREE newslettersListen to our sister podcast, Logistics MattersAdvertise with CSCMP's Supply Chain Xchange

The Council of Supply Chain Management Professionals (CSCMP) and Supply Chain Xchange bring you this podcast filled with deep industry discussions. We talk to today’s top thought innovators, spanning topics across the entire supply chain. Supply Chain in the Fast Lane fast tracks topics you need to know from leaders you want to know. In this Fifth Season of ten episodes, we look at The State of Logistics. SEASON 5 : The State of Logistics EPISODE 5: Air Freight Market Outlook Capacity is much tighter in the air freight market than what was forecasted at the beginning of the year. What can we expect for the rest of 2024? Balika Sonthalia, a partner at the global consulting firm Kearney, weighs in. Guest: Balika Sonthalia, partner at Kearney Moderator: Susan Lacefield, executive editor, Supply Chain Xchange Supply Chain in the Fast Lane is sponsored by: HERE Technologies Links Learn more about CSCMPJoin the CSCMP communityCSCMP's Supply Chain XchangeSubscribe to CSCMP's Supply Chain XchangeSign up for our FREE newslettersListen to our sister podcast, Logistics MattersAdvertise with CSCMP's Supply Chain Xchange

The Council of Supply Chain Management Professionals (CSCMP) and Supply Chain Xchange bring you this podcast filled with deep industry discussions. We talk to today’s top thought innovators, spanning topics across the entire supply chain. Supply Chain in the Fast Lane fast tracks topics you need to know from leaders you want to know. In this Fifth Season of ten episodes, we look at The State of Logistics. SEASON 5 : The State of Logistics EPISODE 10: Long-term trends in the logistics market In the final segment of the series, Kevin Smith, president and CEO of Sustainable Supply Chain Consulting, joins us to take a look at what common trends and themes have spanned the last few State of Logistics Reports. A long-time CSCMP member, Smith has served as the moderator of many of the recent State of Logistics Report press conferences and is able to provide us with an overarching perspective on the report. Guest: Kevin Smith, president and CEO of Sustainable Supply Chain Consulting Moderator: Susan Lacefield, executive editor, Supply Chain Xchange Supply Chain in the Fast Lane is sponsored by: HERE Technologies Links Learn more about CSCMPJoin the CSCMP communityCSCMP's Supply Chain XchangeSubscribe to CSCMP's Supply Chain XchangeSign up for our FREE newslettersListen to our sister podcast, Logistics MattersAdvertise with CSCMP's Supply Chain Xchange

The Council of Supply Chain Management Professionals (CSCMP) and Supply Chain Xchange bring you this podcast filled with deep industry discussions. We talk to today’s top thought innovators, spanning topics across the entire supply chain. Supply Chain in the Fast Lane fast tracks topics you need to know from leaders you want to know. In this Fifth Season of ten episodes, we look at The State of Logistics. SEASON 5 : The State of Logistics EPISODE 9: A shipper’s perspective How can someone in supply chain trenches use the State of Logistics Report? We talk to Ammie McAsey, senior vice president of customer distribution experience for McKesson, about how the health care company is navigating the current transportation and distribution market, including labor concerns. Guest: Ammie McAsey - senior vice president of customer distribution experience at McKesson Moderator: Susan Lacefield, executive editor, Supply Chain Xchange Supply Chain in the Fast Lane is sponsored by: HERE Technologies Links Learn more about CSCMPJoin the CSCMP communityCSCMP's Supply Chain XchangeSubscribe to CSCMP's Supply Chain XchangeSign up for our FREE newslettersListen to our sister podcast, Logistics MattersAdvertise with CSCMP's Supply Chain Xchange

The Council of Supply Chain Management Professionals (CSCMP) and Supply Chain Xchange bring you this podcast filled with deep industry discussions. We talk to today’s top thought innovators, spanning topics across the entire supply chain. Supply Chain in the Fast Lane fast tracks topics you need to know from leaders you want to know. In this Fifth Season of ten episodes, we look at The State of Logistics. SEASON 5 : The State of Logistics EPISODE 8: Inventory Outlook How are current business inventory levels affecting the transportation market, and should we expect to see any changes in the near future? Paul Bingham, director, transportation consulting at S&P Global Market Intelligence, provides some clarity. Guest: Paul Bingham, director, transportation consulting at S&P Global Market Intelligence Moderator: Susan Lacefield, executive editor, Supply Chain Xchange Supply Chain in the Fast Lane is sponsored by: HERE Technologies Links Learn more about CSCMPJoin the CSCMP communityCSCMP's Supply Chain XchangeSubscribe to CSCMP's Supply Chain XchangeSign up for our FREE newslettersListen to our sister podcast, Logistics MattersAdvertise with CSCMP's Supply Chain Xchange

The Council of Supply Chain Management Professionals (CSCMP) and Supply Chain Xchange bring you this podcast filled with deep industry discussions. We talk to today’s top thought innovators, spanning topics across the entire supply chain. Supply Chain in the Fast Lane fast tracks topics you need to know from leaders you want to know. In this Fifth Season of ten episodes, we look at The State of Logistics. SEASON 5 : The State of Logistics EPISODE 7: Third-Party Logistics Market Outlook Andy Moses, senior vice president of sales and solutions for Penske Logistics, which presents the Annual State of Logistics Report, discusses what the past year’s low freight rates and excess capacity have meant for third-party logistics (3PL) providers and what to expect from the rest of 2024. Guest: Andy Moses, senior vice president of sales and solutions for Penske Logistics Moderator: Susan Lacefield, executive editor, Supply Chain Xchange Supply Chain in the Fast Lane is sponsored by: HERE Technologies Links Learn more about CSCMPJoin the CSCMP communityCSCMP's Supply Chain XchangeSubscribe to CSCMP's Supply Chain XchangeSign up for our FREE newslettersListen to our sister podcast, Logistics MattersAdvertise with CSCMP's Supply Chain Xchange

The Council of Supply Chain Management Professionals (CSCMP) and Supply Chain Xchange bring you this podcast filled with deep industry discussions. We talk to today’s top thought innovators, spanning topics across the entire supply chain. Supply Chain in the Fast Lane fast tracks topics you need to know from leaders you want to know. In this Fifth Season of ten episodes, we look at The State of Logistics. SEASON 5 : The State of Logistics EPISODE 6: Rail Market Outlook Last year was a tough one for the rail industry, with soft demand, labor shortages, and safety concerns. Is 2024 looking any brighter? We chat with James Shefelbine,executive vice president of PLG Consulting to find out. Guest: James Shefelbine, executive vice president of PLG Consulting Moderator: Susan Lacefield, executive editor, Supply Chain Xchange Supply Chain in the Fast Lane is sponsored by: HERE Technologies Links Learn more about CSCMPJoin the CSCMP communityCSCMP's Supply Chain XchangeSubscribe to CSCMP's Supply Chain XchangeSign up for our FREE newslettersListen to our sister podcast, Logistics MattersAdvertise with CSCMP's Supply Chain Xchange

The Council of Supply Chain Management Professionals (CSCMP) and CSCMP’s Supply Chain Quarterly bring you this podcast filled with deep industry discussions. We talk to today’s top thought innovators, spanning topics across the entire supply chain. Supply Chain in the Fast Lane fast tracks topics you need to know from leaders you want to know. In this fourth season of eight episodes, we look at the new technologies that are impacting transportation. SEASON 4: Supply Chain in the Fast Lane: Transportation Tech EPISODE 8: Embracing Port Technologies Guest: Stephen A. Edwards, chief executive officer and executive director for the Port of Virginia. Our U.S. ports are no strangers to disruptions and supply chain challenges. Our guest Stephen A. Edwards, chief executive officer and executive director for the Port of Virginia, discusses how emerging technologies have improved the Port of Virginia’s operations and why it’s so critical for ports to remain adaptable to withstand future disruptions. Moderator: Diane Rand, managing editor, CSCMP’s Supply Chain Quarterly Supply Chain in the Fast Lane is sponsored by: HERE Technologies Links Learn more about CSCMPJoin the CSCMP communityCSCMP's Supply Chain QuarterlySubscribe to CSCMP's Supply Chain Quarterly Sign up for our FREE newslettersListen to our sister podcast, Top 10 Supply Chain Threats Advertise with CSCMP's Supply Chain Quarterly

The Council of Supply Chain Management Professionals (CSCMP) and CSCMP’s Supply Chain Quarterly bring you this podcast filled with deep industry discussions. We talk to today’s top thought innovators, spanning topics across the entire supply chain. Supply Chain in the Fast Lane fast tracks topics you need to know from leaders you want to know. In this fourth season of eight episodes, we look at the new technologies that are impacting transportation. SEASON 4: Supply Chain in the Fast Lane: Transportation Technologies EPISODE 7: Freight Matching Technology In this episode, Peter Lunenfeld, chief technology officer at the freight marketplace Truckstop, discusses the evolution of freight-matching technology and what effect generative AI might make on the space in the future. Moderator: Susan Lacefield, executive editor, CSCMP’s Supply Chain Quarterly Supply Chain in the Fast Lane is sponsored by: HERE Technologies Links Learn more about CSCMPJoin the CSCMP communityCSCMP's Supply Chain QuarterlySubscribe to CSCMP's Supply Chain Quarterly Sign up for our FREE newslettersListen to our sister podcast, Top 10 Supply Chain Threats Advertise with CSCMP's Supply Chain Quarterly

The Council of Supply Chain Management Professionals (CSCMP) and CSCMP’s Supply Chain Quarterly bring you this podcast filled with deep industry discussions. We talk to today’s top thought innovators, spanning topics across the entire supply chain. Supply Chain in the Fast Lane fast tracks topics you need to know from leaders you want to know. In this fourth season of eight episodes, we look at the new technologies that are impacting transportation. SEASON 4: Supply Chain in the Fast Lane: Transportation Technologies EPISODE 6: Semiconductor Supply Semiconductor shortages had a major effect on the availability of equipment and technology used in the transportation industry following the pandemic. Dale Rogers, ON Semiconductor Professor of Business at the Supply Chain Management department at Arizona State University, joins us to discuss the cyclicality of the semiconductor industry and what customers can do to better handle those swings in supply. Moderator: Susan Lacefield, executive editor, CSCMP’s Supply Chain Quarterly Supply Chain in the Fast Lane is sponsored by: HERE Technologies Links Learn more about CSCMPJoin the CSCMP communityCSCMP's Supply Chain QuarterlySubscribe to CSCMP's Supply Chain Quarterly Sign up for our FREE newslettersListen to our sister podcast, Top 10 Supply Chain Threats Advertise with CSCMP's Supply Chain Quarterly

The Council of Supply Chain Management Professionals (CSCMP) and CSCMP’s Supply Chain Quarterly bring you this podcast filled with deep industry discussions. We talk to today’s top thought innovators, spanning topics across the entire supply chain. Supply Chain in the Fast Lane fast tracks topics you need to know from leaders you want to know. In this fourth season of eight episodes, we look at the new technologies that are impacting transportation. SEASON 4: Supply Chain in the Fast Lane: Transportation Technologies EPISODE 5: The future of truck electrification technology The future looks promising for truck electrification (EV) technology in the supply chain space. However, there are some roadblocks to contend with before we see carriers and shippers adopting EVs for Class 8 vehicles. Rob Haddock, recently retired group director of transportation strategy for Coca-Cola North America, discusses current and emerging EV trends in transportation as well as the future prospects of autonomous vehicles. Moderator: Diane Rand, managing editor, CSCMP’s Supply Chain Quarterly Supply Chain in the Fast Lane is sponsored by: HERE Technologies Links Learn more about CSCMPJoin the CSCMP communityCSCMP's Supply Chain QuarterlySubscribe to CSCMP's Supply Chain Quarterly Sign up for our FREE newslettersListen to our sister podcast, Top 10 Supply Chain Threats Advertise with CSCMP's Supply Chain Quarterly

The Council of Supply Chain Management Professionals (CSCMP) and CSCMP’s Supply Chain Quarterly bring you this podcast filled with deep industry discussions. We talk to today’s top thought innovators, spanning topics across the entire supply chain. Supply Chain in the Fast Lane fast tracks topics you need to know from leaders you want to know. In this fourth season of eight episodes, we look at the new technologies that are impacting transportation. SEASON 4: Supply Chain in the Fast Lane: Transportation Technologies EPISODE 4: The Importance of Visibility Technologies As supply chain transportation visibility technologies continue to evolve, shippers and transportation providers are implementing these technologies to help mitigate supply chain disruptions. Bart De Muynck, executive vice president and chief industry officer for project44, joins the podcast to share current and emerging trends in the transportation visibility technology space. Moderator: Diane Rand, managing editor, CSCMP’s Supply Chain Quarterly Supply Chain in the Fast Lane is sponsored by: HERE Technologies Links Learn more about CSCMPJoin the CSCMP communityCSCMP's Supply Chain QuarterlySubscribe to CSCMP's Supply Chain Quarterly Sign up for our FREE newslettersListen to our sister podcast, Top 10 Supply Chain Threats Advertise with CSCMP's Supply Chain Quarterly

The Council of Supply Chain Management Professionals (CSCMP) and CSCMP’s Supply Chain Quarterly bring you this podcast filled with deep industry discussions. We talk to today’s top thought innovators, spanning topics across the entire supply chain. Supply Chain in the Fast Lane fast tracks topics you need to know from leaders you want to know. In this fourth season of eight episodes, we look at the new technologies that are impacting transportation. SEASON 4: Supply Chain in the Fast Lane: Transportation Technologies EPISODE 3: How CSCMP’s Transportation Center of Excellence can help you understand new technology It can be hard to know which technologies can have the biggest impact on your career and how to best apply them. Luckily, the Council of Supply Chain Management Professionals is here to help with its Transportation Center of Excellence. Todd Bulmash, committee chair for the TCOE, joins the podcast to talk about what it can do for you. Moderator: Susan Lacefield, executive editor, CSCMP’s Supply Chain Quarterly Supply Chain in the Fast Lane is sponsored by: HERE Technologies Links Learn more about CSCMPJoin the CSCMP communityCSCMP's Supply Chain QuarterlySubscribe to CSCMP's Supply Chain Quarterly Sign up for our FREE newslettersListen to our sister podcast, Top 10 Supply Chain Threats Advertise with CSCMP's Supply Chain Quarterly

The Council of Supply Chain Management Professionals (CSCMP) and CSCMP’s Supply Chain Quarterly bring you this podcast filled with deep industry discussions. We talk to today’s top thought innovators, spanning topics across the entire supply chain. Supply Chain in the Fast Lane fast tracks topics you need to know from leaders you want to know. In this fourth season of eight episodes, we look at the new technologies that are impacting transportation. SEASON 4: Supply Chain in the Fast Lane: Transportation Technologies EPISODE 2: For many carriers, freight costs make a significant impact on the bottom line. In this episode, Tom Nightingale, chief executive officer for third-party logistics company AFS Logistics, discusses some of the emerging technologies that can help improve freight transportation costs and where he sees the future of trucking technologies heading. Moderator: Diane Rand, managing editor, CSCMP’s Supply Chain Quarterly Supply Chain in the Fast Lane is sponsored by: HERE Technologies Links Learn more about CSCMPJoin the CSCMP communityCSCMP's Supply Chain QuarterlySubscribe to CSCMP's Supply Chain Quarterly Sign up for our FREE newslettersListen to our sister podcast, Top 10 Supply Chain Threats Advertise with CSCMP's Supply Chain Quarterly

The Council of Supply Chain Management Professionals (CSCMP) and CSCMP’s Supply Chain Quarterly bring you this podcast filled with deep industry discussions. We talk to today’s top thought innovators, spanning topics across the entire supply chain. Supply Chain in the Fast Lane fast tracks topics you need to know from leaders you want to know. In this fourth season of eight episodes, we look at the new technologies that are impacting transportation. Supply Chain in the Fast Lane: Transportation Technologies EPISODE 1: Technology is revolutionizing all aspects of the supply chain, but most especially the transportation space. In this episode, Mark Baxa, president and chief executive officer of industry association the Council of Supply Chain Management Professionals (CSCMP), discusses where technology is having the biggest impact and how CSCMP can help supply chain managers navigate the latest trends. Moderator: Susan Lacefield, executive editor, CSCMP’s Supply Chain Quarterly Supply Chain in the Fast Lane is sponsored by: HERE Technologies Links Learn more about CSCMPJoin the CSCMP communityCSCMP's Supply Chain QuarterlySubscribe to CSCMP's Supply Chain Quarterly Sign up for our FREE newslettersListen to our sister podcast, Top 10 Supply Chain Threats Advertise with CSCMP's Supply Chain Quarterly

The Council of Supply Chain Management Professionals (CSCMP) and CSCMP’s Supply Chain Quarterly bring you a new podcast filled with deep industry discussions. We talk to today’s top thought innovators, spanning topics across the entire supply chain. Supply Chain in the Fast Lane fast tracks topics you need to know from leaders you want to know. In this third season of eight episodes, we look at strategies for finding and retaining workers. Supply Chain in the Fast Lane: Responding to the labor crisis EPISODE 8: Developing uniform supply chain standards The supply chain industry may feel disjointed at times, yet the labor struggle is almost universal across all supply chain organizations. Our guest today, Melanie Nuce, senior vice president of innovation and partnerships at industry standards organization GS1 U.S., gives an overview of what labor challenges their members are facing and how developing uniform supply chain standards can help companies overcome labor issues. Moderator: Diane Rand, managing editor, CSCMP’s Supply Chain Quarterly Supply Chain in the Fast Lane is sponsored by: Vanderlande and SCOPE Recruiting Links Learn more about CSCMPJoin the CSCMP communityCSCMP's Supply Chain QuarterlySubscribe to CSCMP's Supply Chain Quarterly Sign up for our FREE newslettersListen to our sister podcast, Top 10 Supply Chain Threats Advertise with CSCMP's Supply Chain Quarterly

The Council of Supply Chain Management Professionals (CSCMP) and CSCMP’s Supply Chain Quarterly bring you a new podcast filled with deep industry discussions. We talk to today’s top thought innovators, spanning topics across the entire supply chain. Supply Chain in the Fast Lane fast tracks topics you need to know from leaders you want to know. In this third season of eight episodes, we look at strategies for finding and retaining workers. Supply Chain in the Fast Lane: Responding to the labor crisis EPISODE 7: Working with logistics service providers The job of human resources has always been important to any organization. For service providers in particular, finding talent to help support daily operations and keep products flowing seamlessly throughout the supply chain, is key. Our guest Meredith Singletary, senior human resources director at logistics provider DHL, discusses ways shippers can work with their logistics service providers to address the labor shortage. Moderator: Diane Rand, managing editor, CSCMP’s Supply Chain Quarterly Supply Chain in the Fast Lane is sponsored by: Vanderlande and SCOPE Recruiting Links Learn more about CSCMPJoin the CSCMP communityCSCMP's Supply Chain QuarterlySubscribe to CSCMP's Supply Chain Quarterly Sign up for our FREE newslettersListen to our sister podcast, Top 10 Supply Chain Threats Advertise with CSCMP's Supply Chain Quarterly