My Name is Sarah Barnes-Humphrey and this is Let's Talk Supply Chain where I interview the top Supply Chain professionals in the industry. You will learn about best practices, changes in the industry and Hot Topics surrounding Supply Chain. Have a specific question you want answered? E-mail us at listener@letstalksupplychain.com
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Bryant Smith of Manhattan talks about supply chain unification; visibility, resiliency & cost; overcoming siloes; and delivering big results with their TMS. IN THIS EPISODE WE DISCUSS: [06.52] An overview of Manhattan – who they are, what they do, and how they help their customers. [08.20] The basics of supply chain unification, what it means, and …
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Kameel Gaines talks about her career journey; her business Rig on Wheels; driver recruitment; & the importance of elevating African American women in trucking. IN THIS EPISODE WE DISCUSS: [07.37] Kameel’s career journey, and how she found her way from educational sales to trucking recruitment. “Trucking chose me!” [10.38] Why Kameel founded her own…
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Amit Sharma of Narvar talks about leveraging intelligent communication to boost consumer trust, create memorable shopping experiences & maximize conversions. IN THIS EPISODE WE DISCUSS: [07.56] Amit’s career journey, and how it led him to establish Narvar. [10.12] An overview of Narvar – who they are, what they do, and how they help their customers…
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Jeremy Reeves of Relish & Matt Montgomery of SAP talk about how technology can automate supplier data validation and mitigate risk; our data end games; & AI. IN THIS EPISODE WE DISCUSS: [07.15] Introductions to today’s guests and what they do. [08.59] An overview of the landscape of supplier data and the challenges of validation. “Supplier manageme…
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Thomas Bagge of DCSA & Thomas Morris of FINN Partners talk about digitalization in container shipping; drivers & barriers to change; and progress & priorities. IN THIS EPISODE WE DISCUSS: [06.45] Introductions to today’s guests and what they do. “DCSA aims to help digitalize and make container shipping more effective. We’re open source and vendor n…
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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 supply chain. IN THIS EPISODE WE DISCUSS: [07.26] Josephine’s career journey; her transition from the arts to technology and supply chain; and why embracing ambiguity is a good thing. “I wouldn’t say my …
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Larry Cuddy of Lynxis talks about transforming terminal operations; consolidating solutions; & his vision for the landside logistics facilities of tomorrow. IN THIS EPISODE WE DISCUSS: [05.39] Larry’s career journey and unrivalled passion for supply chain. “My journey is so special because I love what I do. I have to pinch myself, because it’s real…
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Ryan Zelhofer of Assent talks about PFAS management & evolving regulations; understanding risk; working with suppliers; & compliance as a competitive advantage. IN THIS EPISODE WE DISCUSS: [06.35] An overview of Assent – who they are, what they do, and how they help their customers. “We’re a SaaS company, with a flair of personal touch!” [07.31] Th…
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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 business. IN THIS EPISODE WE DISCUSS: [07.20] Kiran’s early years, and how an unexpected opportunity led her to a successful career in automotive and manufacturing. “It was a temporary situation that tur…
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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 visibility. IN THIS EPISODE WE DISCUSS: [06.59] Evan’s early fascination with global issues, and how that curiosity, combined with his unwavering work ethic, ignited a passion that has driven his career an…
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Eric Johnson of LogTech Live talks about the new FMC detention and demurrage billing rules - the changes, challenges & what they mean for businesses. IN THIS EPISODE WE DISCUSS: [06.58] The latest from Eric – an update from Home Delivery World, two upcoming events, and how to get involved with the Blended Pledge. “Remember when everyone said ‘when …
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Bill Catania of OneRail talks about inventory, visibility & shrinkage; empowering customers by normalizing data; & optimizing customer experience. IN THIS EPISODE WE DISCUSS: [07.07] An overview of OneRail, what they do, and how they help their customers. “Don’t ever think of us like a parcel shipping solution! What we’re doing is delivering in loc…
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Jon Phillips of Newage Software and Solutions & Chuck Simmons of E-Freight Solutions talk about collaboration, developing new software, & helping SME's compete. IN THIS EPISODE WE DISCUSS: [06.51] Introductions to today’s guests and what they do. [08.33] How, and why, Newage was founded, and its evolution over the years. “Our view has always been t…
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Ann Marie Jonkman of Blue Yonder talks about using tech to solve labor challenges; empowering teams & organizations to fulfill potential; & future supply chains. IN THIS EPISODE WE DISCUSS: [07.42] An introduction to Blue Yonder, what they do, and how they help their customers. “We’re your technology partner… if you want new innovation, advice on r…
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Ryan Walicki & Matt Montgomery talk about supplier management - data challenges; complex tech; taking a proactive approach to risk; & the potential of AI. IN THIS EPISODE WE DISCUSS: [06.43] Introductions to today’s guests and what they do. “I completely nerd out about supplier management and third-party risk!” [09.02] From collection and validatio…
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Evin Sisemore talks about founding a business alongside her husband; navigating its acquisition; how sales have evolved; & supporting women in supply chain. IN THIS EPISODE WE DISCUSS: [07.47] Evin’s career journey, and how she found supply chain. “I ended up taking a job and falling in love with it. We always joke, ‘Don’t ever burn any bridges in …
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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 advantage. IN THIS EPISODE WE DISCUSS: [06.45] An introduction to SCI, what they do, and how they help their customers. “Everybody is competing for customers, so it’s important to build a model where …
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Martin Hespeler & Graham Burford talk about warehouse management; challenges & opportunities; & how tech is helping logistics providers navigate market forces. IN THIS EPISODE WE DISCUSS: [08.21] Introductions to Martin and Graham, and their roles at CargoWise and AWA Logistics. [09.54] The traditional approach to warehousing and how, and why, that…
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Neil Clover talks about bridging the digital divide; design thinking; the challenges of integrating new tech; & empowering workers by simplifying solutions. [07.09] Neil’s journey through the world of tech; his reflections on what’s changed and what he’s learned; and why we all need to focus on the art of simplicity. “There’s a lack of simplicity, …
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Julie Tilenius discusses her career journey; the importance of building skills by trying new things; how the industry has changed; & her biggest achievements. IN THIS EPISODE WE DISCUSS: [08.57] Julie’s early years; how her father’s career ignited a passion for finance; and the job that laid the foundations for her future career path. “I was so for…
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Krenar Komoni talks about Tive; understanding the condition, as well as location, of shipments; sustainability; and why every shipment matters. IN THIS EPISODE WE DISCUSS: [07.19] Krenar’s education, his passion for start-ups, and the career journey that led him from space stations, chips, and wireless to founding Tive. “I’ve always worked for star…
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Ryan Walicki of Relish talks about why enterprise solutions rarely cover all bases; the rise of AI; & the importance of collaboration & customer experience. IN THIS EPISODE WE DISCUSS: [07.28] The story behind the brand name Relish. “While I’m more of a mustard and ketchup guy personally (!), Relish just really stood out to us – a word that can cre…
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Stephen Dascoli & Vincent Lacopella talk about cross-border ecommerce - the challenges & opportunities; the importance of technology; and market growth. IN THIS EPISODE WE DISCUSS: [07.24] Introductions to Stephen and Vincent, and their roles at CargoWise and Alba Wheels Up. [09.58] The rapid rise in ecommerce, and the factors driving its internati…
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Lalitha Rajagopalan talks about her career journey; the experience of founding her own business; her passion for equality; & what she loves about procurement. IN THIS EPISODE WE DISCUSS: [07.40] Lalitha’s early years, and how she went from a degree in economics to the world of procurement and supply chain. [10.20] Lalitha’s extensive education, and…
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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 trucking logistics. [06.49] Evan’s background in real estate, and how his experiences led him to found Truck Parking Club. [08.49] An overview of the current trucking landscape, and the challenges the …
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