Efficiency, Logistics and Networks

America’s Largest Small Truck Network with Alex Winston

The Logistics of Logistics

DECEMBER 24, 2024

Alex Winston and Joe Lynch discuss America’s largest small truck network. Alex is the President of Expedite All , Americas largest small truck network, with over 9,000 vehicles ranging from cargo vans to straight trucks. About Alex Winston Alex Winston is the President of Expedite All and Reefer Van Network.

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The iDrive Logistics Story with Glenn Gooding

The Logistics of Logistics

NOVEMBER 26, 2024

Glenn Gooding and Joe Lynch discuss the iDrive Logistics story. Glenn is the President of iDrive Logistics , a national network of top-tier owner operated warehouses for brands and retailers who require the highest level of service with a focus on customer experience.

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Consortium plans cross-European truck charging network by 2030

DC Velocity

JUNE 9, 2025

A coalition of industry groups in Europe has unveiled an $11 million plan to establish a comprehensive European charging network for electric trucks by 2030, according to an announcement from VTT Technical Research Centre of Finland.

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Beyond LTL & Truckload: The Expedite All Approach to Smaller Truck Solutions with Mike Ernst

The Logistics of Logistics

JUNE 17, 2025

About Mike Ernst Mike Ernst , President of Expedite All, brings over 25 years of experience in the logistics industry to the company. About Mike Ernst Mike Ernst , President of Expedite All, brings over 25 years of experience in the logistics industry to the company. on-time performance rate.

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Elevate Your Supply Chain Resilience With Scenario Planning

Speaker: Robert Olszak- Vice President, Global Supply Chain Optimization, RGP

As a supply chain director, you want to ensure that your supply chain network can withstand any disruptions and be optimized for peak performance. The global logistics market is growing, and companies need to prepare for the next generation of supply chain management.

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Trust and Transparency: The Power of Truckstop’s Network with Shawn Rasmor

The Logistics of Logistics

DECEMBER 11, 2024

Shawn Rasmor and Joe Lynch discuss trust and transparency: the power of Truckstop’s network. These same skills are being applied today at Truckstop to address one of the logistics industry’s most challenging issues: fraud. To learn how Truckstop is helping move the freight community forward, visit [link].

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Building a High-Performance Carrier Network with Barry Aumiller

The Logistics of Logistics

SEPTEMBER 24, 2024

Barry Aumiller and Joe Lynch discuss building a high-performance carrier network. Barry is the Founder of Bear Ventures , a transportation advisory that helps shippers develop high-performance carrier networks. Barry Aumiller’s approach hinges on an unwavering commitment to trucking efficiency and customer satisfaction.

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Building a Company and a Network with Nicole Glenn

The Logistics of Logistics

JANUARY 27, 2023

Nicole Glenn and Joe Lynch discuss building a company a network. About Nicole Glenn Nicole Glenn founded Candor Expedite in 2017 after more than two decades in the transportation brokerage business, with a vision to build the smartest and most efficient freight business that delivers on its client’s promises.

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Ryder 2025 Freight Insights with Kendra Phillips

The Logistics of Logistics

DECEMBER 18, 2024

Kendra is the VP of Global Transportation Management leading the managed transportation and brokerage divisions of Ryder System, Inc , a fortune 500 transportation and logistics company. Kendra is an accomplished and results-driven senior logistics & tech executive. NYSE: R) is a leading logistics and transportation company.

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Taking the Uncertainty and Risk Out of Freight with Erika Voss

The Logistics of Logistics

FEBRUARY 25, 2025

Key Takeaways: Taking the Uncertainty and Risk Out of Freight Network Integrity Unit:DAT has a dedicated team, the Network Integrity Unit, which works around the clock to monitor the network for suspicious activity, investigate potential threats, and enforce security measures to protect users from fraud and cybercrime.

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You’re Already Using Open Networks — Why Not in Transportation Management?

Talking Logistics

MAY 6, 2025

Editors Note: The following is an excerpt of a research report published recently, Unlocking the Value of Open Carrier Networks. Read more The post Youre Already Using Open Networks Why Not in Transportation Management? Read more The post Youre Already Using Open Networks Why Not in Transportation Management?

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Channel Free Logistics with Bill Thayer

The Logistics of Logistics

FEBRUARY 14, 2024

Bill Thayer and Joe Lynch discuss channel free logistics. About Bill Thayer Bill Thayer is the Founder and CEO, of Fillogic a logistics-as-a-service platform for retail that converts underutilized space at retail centers into tech-enabled, micro distribution hubs. About Fillogic The leading platform for local market logistics.

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Ecommerce Logistics Innovation with Stephanie Cannon

The Logistics of Logistics

OCTOBER 23, 2023

Stephanie Cannon and Joe Lynch discuss ecommerce logistics innovation. This collaborative innovation promotes growth and accelerates the modernization and expansion of the Pitney Bowes ecommerce logistics network with technology solutions that are redefining warehouses and last mile delivery. The Greenscreens.ai

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The Broker-Carrier Summit: From Conflict to Collaboration with Dan Lindsey

The Logistics of Logistics

MARCH 11, 2025

Dan has been in the logistics industry for 23 years. His commitment to doing business the right way led him to launch Linkage Logistics, a freight brokerage based in his hometown of Fishers, IN in March of 2020. This semiannual event, born from Lindsey’s extensive logistics experience since 2001, fosters collaboration and trust.

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Autonomous Drones vs. Autonomous Vehicles: Analyzing Logistics Applications of Amazon, UPS, Tesla and More.

Logistics Viewpoints

NOVEMBER 13, 2024

As automation continues to evolve in logistics, two technologies are becoming central to modern delivery methods: autonomous drones and autonomous vehicles. However, each technology serves different purposes within logistics, and the question remains: Which will ultimately shape the industry’s operational structure?

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Shelf Ready Solutions: Jarrett’s Logistics Expertise with Mike Jarrett

The Logistics of Logistics

AUGUST 6, 2024

Mike Jarrett and Joe Lynch discuss shelf ready solutions: Jarrett’s logistics expertise. Together, they delve into how globalization has impacted the supply chain needs, particularly within the retail sector, and discuss Mike’s personal journey from working at established firms to founding his own logistics company.

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How Autonomous Delivery Vehicles Are Redefining Last-Mile Logistics

Logistics Viewpoints

OCTOBER 16, 2024

Autonomous delivery vehicles (ADVs) are bringing significant changes to last-mile logistics, an essential component of the supply chain. With the rising demand for faster and more cost-effective deliveries, ADVs are becoming a viable solution to a variety of logistical challenges.

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Reshoring and Regionalized Freight Networks: The Future of Logistics

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MARCH 25, 2025

The logistics landscape is evolving rapidly as more manufacturers relocate production closer to domestic markets. This trend, known as reshoring , is driving the emergence of regionalized freight networks , optimizing supply chains for efficiency, cost savings, and resilience. Government Incentives for Reshoring The U.S.

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Carrier Sales Teams Are Being Run the Wrong Way with Brent Evens

The Logistics of Logistics

APRIL 29, 2025

About Brent Evans Brent Evens is the Co-founder of NextBoard, a freight tech startup helping brokers streamline carrier sales and build stronger, more efficient networks. NextBoard helps brokerages reduce their reliance on load boards, increase carrier utilization, and operate more efficiently.

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Open Sky Partners with Easy Metrics for Labor Efficiency

Logistics Viewpoints

FEBRUARY 1, 2025

Together, the companies will provide businesses with powerful labor insights for workflow analysis, benchmarking, and forecasting across their networks. Read more at Unlocking Powerful Labor Insights with Easy Metrics Partnership The post Open Sky Partners with Easy Metrics for Labor Efficiency appeared first on Logistics Viewpoints.

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Interoperability in the Supply Chain: Leveraging the OSI Model for Seamless Logistics

Logistics Viewpoints

NOVEMBER 27, 2024

In the rapidly evolving world of global supply chains, interoperability—the ability of systems, devices, and organizations to work together seamlessly—has become a critical factor for operational efficiency. Network Layer: Manages data routing. Data Link Layer: Handles data transfer between connected nodes.

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Future-Proof Logistics Warehouses with Flexibility and Throughput

Logistics Viewpoints

JANUARY 9, 2025

Flexibility and throughput are indispensable for success in logistics warehouses today. Logistics providers face escalating pressures to meet high-speed delivery expectations and manage unpredictable market dynamics. Scale for Growth As businesses expand, their logistics operations must keep pace. trillion globally by 2024.

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Unpacking Cargo Theft: Trends and Solutions with Danielle Spinelli

The Logistics of Logistics

APRIL 17, 2025

With a decade of experience in the logistics and transportation industry, Danielle brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise in carrier sales and vetting. Hear directly from the California Highway Patrols Cargo Theft Task Force as they expose how organized criminal networks operateand the real-world investigative methods turning the tide.

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6 Critical Success Factors in Distribution Network Design

Logistics Bureau

JANUARY 3, 2025

If youve followed our blog over the years, youll know that weve shared lots of information about distribution network design, why its vital to get it right, how long it should take, the importance of reviewing the network every so often, and various elements of design such as determining the number of warehouses and where to locate them.

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Success in Retail Logistics with Mike Jarrett

The Logistics of Logistics

AUGUST 4, 2023

Mike Jarrett and Joe Lynch discuss success in retail logistics. Mike is the Founder of Jarrett , a leading 3PL providing transportation and logistics solutions. As a leading multimodal 3PL, Jarrett provides transportation, logistics, warehousing, and fleet services for customers throughout North America.

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Logistics and Distribution Trans with Rik Schrader

The Logistics of Logistics

AUGUST 16, 2023

Rik Schrader and Joe Lynch discuss logistics and distribution transportation, which is one of the specialties of Rik’s company, Körber Business Area Supply Chain. Key Takeaways: Logistics and Distribution Trans Körber’s Business Area Supply Chain is a division of the Körber Group, a global technology company. The Greenscreens.ai

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The Key to Effective Last Mile Delivery with Jim Waters

The Logistics of Logistics

SEPTEMBER 11, 2023

About FRAYT FRAYT is a nationwide, on-demand, last mile delivery solution that offers businesses an automated web, mobile app, and advanced API platform to efficiently and cost-effectively move their products. With FRAYT, businesses can meet their customers’ same-day expectations, comparable to Amazon’s level of service.

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The Container Payment Portal and the Rise of AI in Freight with Jake Hoffman

The Logistics of Logistics

MAY 20, 2025

Jake is the Chief Technology Officer of Gnosis Freight, a logistics tech company focused on the lifecycle of a shipping container as it moves around the world. Jake is the Chief Technology Officer of Gnosis Freight, a logistics tech company focused on the lifecycle of a shipping container as it moves around the world.

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Trinity Logistics Tech Team Earns Top 10 Spotlight

Trinity Logistics

NOVEMBER 1, 2024

Trinity Logistics, a leading third-party logistics provider (3PL), is thrilled to share that its Technology Team has been recognized as one of the Top 10 Technology Teams by OnConferences. OnConferences is a leading provider of educational conferences and networking opportunities for professionals across many industries.

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Blind Spots & Bottlenecks: Unmasking the Hidden Enemies of Supply Chain with Briana Birkholz

The Logistics of Logistics

APRIL 25, 2025

Briana is the Vice President of Product Management for the 3PL market segment at SPS Commerce, the worlds leading retail network, connecting trading partners around the globe to optimize supply chain operations for all retail partners. SPS Commerce standardizes order formats for improved efficiency and control.

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The Potential of DOGE to Revolutionize Manufacturing and Supply Chain Logistics

Logistics Viewpoints

JANUARY 22, 2025

In a recent Wall Street Journal op-ed, Elon Musk and Vivek Ramaswamy outlined their proposal for a Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE), emphasizing streamlined governance and technological transformation. Although DOGE focuses on improving efficiency within the U.S. government, its impact could extend to the private sector.

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Load Building and Optimization with Tom Moore

The Logistics of Logistics

JANUARY 26, 2024

Tom is the CEO and Founder of ProvisionAi, a technology that automatically gets the right products on the right number of trucks at the right time to increase service levels and maximize network efficiency. AutoO2 is an optimizing load builder that converts deployment requirements into efficient, damage-free shipments.

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Food & Beverage Brand Fulfillment with Anne Hallock

The Logistics of Logistics

JANUARY 29, 2024

Anne is the Chief Revenue Officer at Flowspace , the software platform and distribution network powering independent fulfillment. About Flowspace Flowspace is the software platform and distribution network powering independent fulfillment. Anne Hallock and Joe Lynch discuss food & beverage brand fulfillment.

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Hybrid IoT Networks: Integrating Multiple Communication Technologies for Seamless Logistics

Logistics Viewpoints

MAY 13, 2025

But with the explosion of IoT devices across transportation, warehousing, and distribution, logistics providers face a critical challenge: how to ensure continuous, reliable, and cost-effective communication across diverse physical environments and use cases. Hybrid IoT networks. What Are Hybrid IoT Networks? The solution?

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The ShipBob Story with Dhruv Saxena

The Logistics of Logistics

JUNE 6, 2022

Founded in 2014 out of Chicago, ShipBob was launched through Y Combinator by co-founders Dhruv Saxena and Divey Gulati, two entrepreneurs who saw a need for more efficient shipping for ecommerce businesses. ShipBob offers their customers the ability to scale efficiently by distributing inventory into additional warehouses over time.

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From Warehouse to Delivery – How Digital Twins Drive Real-World Efficiency

Logistics Viewpoints

APRIL 7, 2025

Digital twins are emerging as digital transformation accelerators for supply chain and logistics organizations seeking enterprise-level visibility, real-time scenario modeling, and operational agility under disruption. This article explores how digital twins are being deployed in transportation, warehousing, and network design.

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The Importance of Energy Transition and Sustainability in the Logistics and Supply Chain Industry

Logistics Viewpoints

DECEMBER 18, 2024

The logistics and supply chain industry is a critical component of global trade, responsible for moving goods and materials efficiently to meet consumer and business demands. Addressing Energy Challenges in Logistics The logistics sector is a significant contributor to greenhouse gas emissions.

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High Density Parcel Locker Network

Logistics Business Magazine

NOVEMBER 11, 2024

At the recent Parcel + PostExpo Exhibition in Amsterdam Logistics Business spoke to Gary Winter, VP Global Strategic Initiatives at Parcel Pending by Quadient, about the boom in parcel locker networks in Europe. Logistics Business : With the parcel industry growing, how is Quadient differentiating itself from its competitors?

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3 Priorities for Future Success in Logistics with Sarah Banks

The Logistics of Logistics

AUGUST 19, 2021

3 Priorities for Future Success in Logistics with Sarah Banks. Sarah Banks and Joe Lynch discuss three priorities for future success in logistics. Sarah is Global Lead for the Freight & Logistics Industry at Accenture , a global professional services company with leading capabilities in digital, cloud and security.

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Warp raises $10M to fund fully automated robotic cross-dock facility

Freight Waves

JUNE 16, 2025

Los Angeles-based tech logistics company Warp announced Friday it has secured a $10 million Series A round to scale its AI-powered freight network via robotics and automation. The company currently has a national network of 50 cross-docks and over 10,000 carrier vehicles ranging from cargo vans to 53-footers. It redefines it.

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Streamlining the Beverage Supply Chain with Matt Zimmer

The Logistics of Logistics

JUNE 12, 2023

Matt is the President of Zengistics , a full-service logistics company offering efficient solutions to complex supply chain challenges. About Zengistics Zengistics is a full-service logistics company offering efficient solutions to complex supply chain challenges.

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The Warp Story with Daniel Sokolovsky

The Logistics of Logistics

APRIL 18, 2022

Daniel is the Founder and CEO of Warp , a company that connects shippers, carriers, and facilities to find the most efficient route for middle-mile freight. Daniel Sokolovsky is the Founder and CEO of Warp , a freight tech company that connects shippers, carriers, and facilities to find the most efficient route for middle-mile freight.

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Urgent – The Ukraine Logistics Coalition with Ben Gordon

The Logistics of Logistics

APRIL 20, 2022

Urgent – The Ukraine Logistics Coalition with Ben Gordon. People who work in logistics and supply chain are in a unique position to help the people of the Ukraine. If you can support The Ukraine Logistics Coalition with a donation of money, equipment, facilities, expertise, please contact Benjamin Gordon ben@bgsa.com.

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Big, Bulky & Rural with Grafton Elliot

The Logistics of Logistics

JANUARY 19, 2024

Grafton is the Founder and CEO of Onward, a big and bulky shipping network that helps retailers offer local like delivery service, to their customers located in suburban and rural zip codes. This translates to quicker deliveries, happier customers, and more efficient operations for retailers.

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America’s Largest Small Truck Network with Alex Winston

The iDrive Logistics Story with Glenn Gooding

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Consortium plans cross-European truck charging network by 2030

Beyond LTL & Truckload: The Expedite All Approach to Smaller Truck Solutions with Mike Ernst

Elevate Your Supply Chain Resilience With Scenario Planning

Trust and Transparency: The Power of Truckstop’s Network with Shawn Rasmor

Building a High-Performance Carrier Network with Barry Aumiller

Building a Company and a Network with Nicole Glenn

Ryder 2025 Freight Insights with Kendra Phillips

Taking the Uncertainty and Risk Out of Freight with Erika Voss

You’re Already Using Open Networks — Why Not in Transportation Management?

Channel Free Logistics with Bill Thayer

Ecommerce Logistics Innovation with Stephanie Cannon

The Broker-Carrier Summit: From Conflict to Collaboration with Dan Lindsey

Autonomous Drones vs. Autonomous Vehicles: Analyzing Logistics Applications of Amazon, UPS, Tesla and More.

Shelf Ready Solutions: Jarrett’s Logistics Expertise with Mike Jarrett

How Autonomous Delivery Vehicles Are Redefining Last-Mile Logistics

Reshoring and Regionalized Freight Networks: The Future of Logistics

Carrier Sales Teams Are Being Run the Wrong Way with Brent Evens

Open Sky Partners with Easy Metrics for Labor Efficiency

Interoperability in the Supply Chain: Leveraging the OSI Model for Seamless Logistics

Future-Proof Logistics Warehouses with Flexibility and Throughput

Unpacking Cargo Theft: Trends and Solutions with Danielle Spinelli

6 Critical Success Factors in Distribution Network Design

Success in Retail Logistics with Mike Jarrett

Logistics and Distribution Trans with Rik Schrader

The Key to Effective Last Mile Delivery with Jim Waters

The Container Payment Portal and the Rise of AI in Freight with Jake Hoffman

Trinity Logistics Tech Team Earns Top 10 Spotlight

Blind Spots & Bottlenecks: Unmasking the Hidden Enemies of Supply Chain with Briana Birkholz

The Potential of DOGE to Revolutionize Manufacturing and Supply Chain Logistics

Load Building and Optimization with Tom Moore

Food & Beverage Brand Fulfillment with Anne Hallock

Hybrid IoT Networks: Integrating Multiple Communication Technologies for Seamless Logistics

The ShipBob Story with Dhruv Saxena

From Warehouse to Delivery – How Digital Twins Drive Real-World Efficiency

The Importance of Energy Transition and Sustainability in the Logistics and Supply Chain Industry

High Density Parcel Locker Network

3 Priorities for Future Success in Logistics with Sarah Banks

Warp raises $10M to fund fully automated robotic cross-dock facility

Streamlining the Beverage Supply Chain with Matt Zimmer

The Warp Story with Daniel Sokolovsky

Urgent – The Ukraine Logistics Coalition with Ben Gordon

Big, Bulky & Rural with Grafton Elliot

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