Let's Talk Supply Chain

Today's episode is extra special as we chat with Ally Cedeno, not only does Holly Qualman join us as guest host but we are also celebrating the Women in Maritime everywhere!! Ally is one of the few women working in the maritime industry and has been working in the maritime industry for over 10 years. Her main challenge has been working in an industry where women make up only 2%. The biggest issue? Understanding the importance of being herself, and not 'acting like the guys'. She's learnt how to show up as herself, with her own talents and without trying to please everyone. She's also had the experience of working on a ship full of women (10 women out of 250 people is a lot!), and this encouraged her to push for more camaraderie and diversity in the workplace. Since then, Ally has founded Women Offshore, an organization for women in the maritime industry to come together and play a part in increasing diversity. She's working hard on the education barrier, not only to empower women in the industry, but also to provide opportunities for women outside of the maritime world. Her mission is to get the word out and spread the knowledge and data effectively. In this episode we discuss: [2.31] The risks Ally took early on in her career [5.00] The challenges of being a woman in the maritime industry [9.50] The importance of driving diversity [13.48] How she's working on the education barrier [16.56] How to get the next generation excited SPONSORED BY HULFT: Why are we supporting a women in SC episode: The supply chain industry is growing dynamically and yet, women still only fill 15% of top-level supply chain positions (Gartner report) HULFT believes that gender equality and diversity is critical of an inclusive workforce – we're committed to making a difference where we can. About HULFT HULFT provides a single global platform that allows IT to find, secure, transform and move information at scale. HULFT's seasoned data logistics consultants uncover hidden pain points, automate tedious manual operations, and streamline data flow worldwide. For 25 years, HULFT has helped more than 10,000 customers automate, orchestrate and accelerate their global data logistics, making it easier on IT and putting data to work for the enterprise. Learn more at https://hulftinc.com/ Resources and links mentioned: Women Offshore HULFT Stay Connected with the Podcast: Find us at Let's Talk Supply Chain

In today's episode we chat with Charles Brewer, all the way from Singapore! Charles is a supply chain expert, leader and since he's worked in the industry for over 34 years we thought who better to answer this hot topic brought to us by the listeners. You will hear from our listeners about their challenges in working in a collaborative environment with supply chain teams and Charles will share with us his insights and amazing stories of how we need to change the narrative to bring together collaboration. So where does one start with all this? Charles gives us some helpful tips and it all starts with the leadership. Good leadership behavior trickles down and will mirror a collective approach within the team. Make sure all employees understand what every department does, and the importance of every individual's efforts. He gives us another nifty tip: get every department to focus on the impact they have on the customer, and the role that supply chain has in the business. From his experience working with great project managers, Charles tells us that it's important that both departments and individuals find common ground. Instead of thinking of all the work you have to do next time you go into the office, why not go over to your co-worker in the next department over and shake their hand? Find out about their job, get to know them and figure out what makes them tick. A great first step towards building that collaborative environment we all strive for! In this episode we discuss: [2.15] The history of supply chain and where it is now [4.13] The departments that feed into supply chain [11.28] How to align departments [18.23] Creating a collaborative environment [32.13] What you can do as an individual

Lets looks at our promotional products differently.... In this episode Sarah speaks with Tim Brown, executive director of QCA, the association responsible for holding this 24 billion dollar industry accountable. All those pens, tote bags and stickers you hand out at trade shows? That is the industry we are talking about, promotional products. They are a core part of brand awareness and business today but what do you know about those your purchase and hand out?… If your company accidentally chooses a promotional goods supplier that does not meet regulations, hurts someone or has connections with slave labour, the impact on your brand can be devastating! How can you make sure you source your promotional products come from an ethical supplier? Meet QCA, an accreditor that offers a program certifying promotional goods companies to make sure they meet regulations, are environmentally friendly and keep your brand safe. QCA offers you an opportunity to be proactive with your brand and only connect with companies that are aligned with your mission and values. Tim gives us some tips when it comes to choosing a supplier; ask them if they have a documented compliance program, a code of conduct and whether they source from overseas. At the moment, fewer than 1% of promotional products companies are accredited. The process is thorough and demanding - but in return your brand is guaranteed to be protected! In this episode we discuss: [1.58] Why promotional goods creates the most impact to your brand [8.03] 3 things to ask your promotional products supplier [14.50] What are we working with? [21.00] How to get involved [27.53] less waste, Promotional products becoming more sustainable Resources and links mentioned: QCA

In today's episode Sarah talks to Brandon Adams, an Emmy Award Winning TV producer and supply chain advisor who started his career shipping ice in the family business. After realizing he didn't want to sell ice for the rest of his life, he became a TV show producer and motivational speaker plus he is also on the board of advisors for one of the newest supply chain disruptors, ShipChain. Brandon had to deal with some unique obstacles when managing his ice supply chain - but this is what gave him all the experience and expertise that got him on the board of ShipChain, a company that makes shipping logistics simple. They solve the problem of human error through tracking and tracing systems. He explains that the supply chain industry is more than ready for ShipChain and will make the industry much more efficient. As an entrepreneur, Brandon advises other entrepreneurs to always pay attention to the little things. Smaller problems can quickly become bigger ones. He also recommends finding people who will support you no matter what. As more disrupting technologies come to the market, he emphasizes how important it is to be able to adapt quickly and get out of your comfort zone. In this episode we discuss: [1.04] How Brandon got started in supply chain [5.09] The obstacles that come with managing an ice business [12.43] Working as an advisor for ShipChain [20.31] Advice for entrepreneurs in the supply chain industry [23.01] What is next for Brandon Resources and links mentioned: Brandon's TV Show: Success in Your City ShipChain

In today's episode we talk to Pauline Caballero, a startup founder who started out in the supply chain industry. Like many others, Pauline stumbled into the supply chain industry by accident and decided to stay. But she did find it challenging to move up the ranks as a woman, and combined with stress, a lot of travelling and a young family she decided to leave the industry and found her own yoga studio along with her business partner. Pauline turned to yoga and meditation to work on her mental health and help her cope with her day job. This led to her founding a yoga studio which offered classes for those with very busy schedules. Her supply chain skills came in useful when managing her startup; she knew how to create something scalable, the importance of starting from the bottom and which systems she had to put in place for business success. Her startup is now thriving and now has grown to 10 yoga studios across Ontario. The supply chain industry needs a shift away from tradition. Pauline is now back in supply chain helping out other companies improve their culture and leadership strategies. She believes that there are a lot of roles in the supply chain that still need fulfilling, and she knows both companies and customers are hungry for an innovation shift. For this reason she believes that companies with more collaboration and innovation will be the ones who stand out and succeed in the next 5 years. In this episode we discuss: [1.20] Pauline's journey in supply chain [7.25] Building a yoga studio startup [12.00] Returning to supply chain with a focus on mental health [15.14] Why the supply chain industry needs a shift [20.20] Decision fatigue [24.13]The main challenges for the industry Resources and links mentioned: Pauline on LinkedIn

GET READY!! In this episode Audrey Ross, Co-host on The Trade Squad is our GUEST HOST! Our Resident Industry Expert, Graham Robins of BorderBuddy was happy to change things up a bit and have a conversation with Audrey full of fun, value and breaking through the noise. In this episode you will hear about why its important to negotiate a raise and how Graham is working on instilling a culture where people feel comfortable asking for a raise so they feel valued and appreciated. Then we also talk about how the best learnings come from other people's mistakes, and why it's how you handle the mistake, not the mistake itself that makes a difference. Most times, the customer just wants to be heard and recognized, and thats where we get in trouble by coming up with excuses that doesnt solve the problem. We hear Graham's take on crypto and Facebook's new Libra coin, then he takes us on a journey around KPI's. After reading Bernie Smith's book. he has come to realize that KPI's help people easily track their performance and link it to the overall company strategy. Lastly, because Audrey is a shipper and Graham a customs broker we could not let this match up end without discussing the impending trade wars, and why at the end of the day it's the customer that ends up paying for extra tariffs. Complicated Canadian regulations also means a lack of innovation and competition, however Audrey and Graham agree that this allows a certain trust in the government that other countries do not have. In this episode we discuss: [2.12] Why it's important to ask for a raise [7.50] We should share more of our mistakes [16.10] Libra and the future of crypto [21.50] Taking KPIs to the next level [27.48] How the trade wars affect the customer Resources and links mentioned: BorderBuddy Book: KPI Checklists Book: The Best Service is No Service Episode: The Risks of Working with a Customs Broker with Graham Robin Stay Connected with the Podcast Find us at Let's Talk Supply Chain

In this episode I talk to Michiel, the founder and CTO of Coco Pallet, a company that produces pallets from used coconuts in Asia and Latin America. Michiel came up with the concept when he realized there was a problem concerning the huge amount of waste of wood that goes into producing pallets. Coco Pallet's vision is to ship 400 million pallets per year, and their plan is to build 5 factories by 2022 to help with that goal. Coco Pallet offers a lot of benefits to the different entities in the supply chain industry. The coconut pallets are single use and one way, and they follow compliance for export regulations. They are mostly used for dry products such as books. The coconuts are bought from farmiculture waste. Since the coconuts have no value for the farmers, the coconuts are extremely cheap to buy, which in turn makes coco pallets cheaper than the wooden alternative. Coco Pallet uses in house glue and their own tools to build the pallets, making them 100% biodegradable and therefore allowing farmers to use the pallets to improve soil quality. Coco Pallet is part of a circular economy; they solve several problems at once and leave no waste. Farmers are provided with an extra income, importers get to lower their CO2 consumption and don't have to pay extra fees for wood, and best of all, fewer trees are cut down. In fact, Michiel says that every factory they build saves 500,000 trees per year. Their success has led them to build a large factory in the Philippines and they will be opening 4 to 5 more factories in Asia in the next few years. Their ethical and profitable business model means there is a huge opportunity for impact investment. In this episode we discuss: [2.00] How Michiel found a way to make pallets out of coconuts [8.33] The benefits of using coconut pallets [14.19] How Coco Pallet created a circular economy [19.35] What products can be shipped on Coco Pallet [29.58] Their future and how to get involved Resources and links mentioned: Coco Pallet

In this episode, I talk to Tom Williams, Group Vice President, Consumer Products at BNSF Railway and Dr. Noel Hacegaba, COO of the Port of Long Beach, both board members of the Intermodal Association of North America. They each have many years of experience working in the intermodal industry. Both Tom and Noel agree that the major challenge of the supply chain industry is the increasing sophistication that comes with working with different industry partners and shipping lines. As disruption meets innovation, customer expectations are also changing, their demands shifting from brick and mortar to more demanding e-commerce. Customers expect supply chain companies to make delivery processes fast, reliable and safe, which means increasing the efficiency of all coordinated shipments. IANA helps find solutions by bringing together industry leaders and placing education initiatives for everyone working with these logistics. This fall is the IANA Expo event, a must-attend event for anyone working in the supply chain industry. It's the largest gathering of supply chain leaders and stakeholders, including attendees such as Bill Strauss, Jeff Heller and companies such as Armstrong & Associates and SeaIntelligence Consulting. This is a great networking opportunity with around 1,800 expected attendees, over 125 exhibitors and more than 8 hours of exhibit time. IANA Expo is especially valuable thanks to the education sessions included in the schedule. Discussions on the future of supply chain, finding streamlined solutions and answering the big questions will take place during those several days. For those interested in helping shape the industry they work for, IANA is an event you definitely need to mark on your calendar! In this episode we discuss: The major challenges of the supply chain industry The importance of coordinating shipments across entities The IANA Expo event Why it is a must-attend event The key speakers and how you can make the most of it The benefits of being an Iana member What the future holds for Intermodal Resources and links mentioned: Iana Expo NSF International Intermodal

In this episode we talk to Demo, a Supply Chain Business Strategist at Logistics Services Panama. Demo lives in Panama, a country that has been a logistics hub for over 500 years and is a 'one size fits all' solution for global supply chains. Panama is a unique logistics hub because of its logistics assets. It has the Panama canal, allowing ships from all over the world to gain access. Panama also has a world class port system with 4 ports being developed, essentially supporting both the Pacific and Atlantic ocean. Panama has the biggest free trade zone in the southern hemisphere and charges no tax on export or on sale. This means huge savings in time and cost for businesses doing trade in that area. As Demo says, the logistics are much more efficient; what would take several weeks in Miami, takes 4 days in Panama. Doing business in Panama has some great advantages, as the country serves up to 30 countries and manages complex markets consisting of over 600 million people. Although Demo works mostly with big companies, he explains that Panama also has opportunities for SMEs thanks to its free trade zone airport and higher flexibility. The Supply Chain Forum happening in August is an excellent place to meet people who have experience doing trade in Panama - from SMEs to large corporations, everyone is welcome! In this episode we discuss: Demo's journey in the supply chain industry The history of Panama as a logistics hub Panama's logistics assets Panama's free trade zone compared to Miami's The kind of companies working in Panama Attending the Supply Chain Forum Resources and links mentioned: Company website: Logistics Services Panama Supply Chain Forum Conference

WISC Series Sponsored by HULFT Welcome back Lets Talk listeners! Providing Disaster Relief Assistance Through Logistics In this episode we talk to Kathy, executive director of the American Logistics Aid Network, an organization that provides supply chain assistance to disaster relief organizations and other non-profits. Kathy has worked in the supply chain and IT industry for 20 years and joined ALAN in 2010 when she took an interest in supply chain and emergency management, and started working on efficient coordination of logistics activities during disasters. The logistics industry is instrumental to disaster relief - over 60% of spending goes into logistics. Making sure people have shelter, food and water is much more complicated than it seems. Logistics experts can provide their expertise and knowledge in order to do good, and this in turn can save a huge amount of money; Kathy uses an example where an NGO saved over a quarter of a million dollars just from 15 hours of work from a logistics expert. The most inspiring part of Kathy's journey has been the opportunity to see the good that companies do during disaster. Disasters are happening all the time, and although this is painful to experience, peoples' desire to do good and be a part of something positive stands out. Anyone who works in the supply chain and logistics industry has a huge opportunity to save lives and make an impact, just by offering expertise. Kathy hopes to keep serving ALAN and provide better tools for businesses and NGOs to collaborate during disasters. In this episode we discuss: Kathy's journey to success The American Logistics Aid Network Why the logistics industry is so instrumental to disaster relief Advice as a woman working in the supply chain industry How to get involved with disaster relief The most important piece of advice for the next generation What is next for Kathy and ALAN Aid Resources and links mentioned: American Logistics Aid Network (ALAN Aid)

Welcome back Lets Talk listeners! Pain Points defined: A pain point is a specific problem that prospective customers of your business are experiencing. In other words, you can think of pain points as problems, plain and simple. Like any problem, customer pain points are as diverse and varied as your prospective customers themselves. Today, Hugo Fuentes Diaz, Partner at The OWL Solutions joins me on the show to talk about how to identify your supply chain pain points and the next steps on what to do next to simplify your supply chain performance. In this episode, Hugo and I will talk about how OWL solutions came about, how they help organizations to simplify their supply chain performance, why cross functional metrics are important to supply chain, most common pain points, how to empower your teams to focus and execute once the challenges have been identified and the results that you should expect. In this episode we discuss: Companies' common pitfalls Finding cross functional metrics The main supply chain pain points Why it's hard to understand the what and why of an organisation Using focus and execution at OWL A real life customer example and overall ROI The future of OWL Solutions

I recently caught up with Marie-Chantal Savoy, VP Strategy and Communications at Logistec at the JOC Canada Trade Conference. Marie is very passionate about the industry, about her company as well as the topic of diversity and talent. Listen in for my exclusive interview with Marie...

Welcome back Lets Talk Listeners! When I worked for a 3PL selling logistics services (ocean freight, air freight, customs, warehousing, cross dock and some trucking) the biggest question I would get from potential clients was "What makes you different from the other service providers?" Only 5 years ago, freight forwarders were struggling to figure that out and what that would like moving forward. Today, I am speaking with John Cheringal, CEO of Axis Int'l and from what it looks like they have figured out what sets them apart from the rest of the pack which has not been an easy task. In this episode, John joins to me to talk about what challenges are service providers facing the industry, what sets them apart from their competition, why their strategy works, how they partner with their customers for success, a typical ROI their customers can expect from working with them. Plus John lets us in on what keeps him up at night as the owner of a logistics company and how their future includes reducing their carbon footprint. In this episode we discuss: The mission statement of Axis International Challenges for service providers The strategic decision making process Axis' competitive advantage Creating a collaborative environment The ROI and benefits for the client The future of Axis International Resources and links mentioned: Axis International Stay Connected with the Podcast Find us at Let's Talk Supply Chain

I recently caught up with Grace after our panel at the JOC Canada Trade conference in Toronto about diversity and the future of the workforce. Here is what Grace had to say....

Welcome back Lets Talk Listeners! Artificial intelligence (AI) is an area of computer science that emphasizes the creation of intelligent machines that work and react like humans. Some of the activities computers with artificial intelligence are designed for include: Speech recognition. Recently voted one of the 20 most innovative companies to watch in 2019, Algo is here to make sure you are ready for the AI revolution that is coming to a business near you. ARE YOU READY? In this episode, Amjad Hussain, CEO of Algo joins to me to talk about how they got started and why they are working with companies to help them get ready for the AI revolution. He will walk us through a real life example of how his clients are benefiting from working with Algo, what you should expect when introducing AI, how they set themselves apart from their competitors and finally Amjad gives us his half crazy intuitive prediction for the next 5 years of supply chain. Questions I Ask: Why don't you tell us about Algo? Where did you start? What do you do? [0:34] Why don't you tell us a little bit about the companies or kinds of companies that you are working with now or that you want to work with. [4:44] Can you pinpoint maybe one customer you have worked with and how exactly have they used Algo and what did it do for their business? [10:26] How do you differentiate yourself? What's different about Algo compared to other competitors in the market? [19:32] What is your half- crazy, intuitive prediction for the next five years in supply chain? [25:17] What's next for Algo? [30:31] In This Episode, You Will Learn: Algo, what they do and who their team is. [1:00] Algo is a vertical software solution. [4:58] Who Algo works with. [5:05] Creating value [8:30] Allocation accuracy. [12:20] What makes Algo stand out? [20:00] The future of supply chain. [26:02]

For Subscribers only! I recently caught up with Tom Szaky, CEO of Terracyle at the SCMA National Conference in Montreal! He joined me to talk about how we can re-think waste in our supply chains and use circular supply chain in helping to reduce waste without massive corporate change. Plus, with such a complex supply chain Tom also talks about their biggest supply chain challenges and how they maintain consistency of their inbound supply chain with so many moving parts. Join me for this exclusive interview and for more information about Terracycle and their global impact, visit them at https://www.terracycle.com/en-US/

Welcome back Lets Talk listeners! Everyone's journey is different and as we have seen from this series the path is never straight. Brenda says that being yourself, collaboration and stop labeling are all things to consider on your journey to success. In this episode, Brenda Santoro Head of Global Trade at Silicon Valley Bank joins me in my women in supply chain series to talk about what her career has meant to her and why she loves what she does. Brenda shares her story, the exciting things she is working on, real life examples of challenges she has faced and overcome plus so much more, including her advice to start ups in supply chain and what the #1 thing is that women should do in their career. Questions I Ask: Tell me about your journey. What did you want to be when you grew up? [0:47] What have you done? [2:07] What are the exciting things you encounter on a daily basis? [5:28] Do you work with mostly startups, mid-size or enterprise companies? [8:15] What challenges have you faced as a woman and how did you overcome them? [11:15] I want to get advice for someone who is looking to change industries or start in the startup space. What advice would you give them? [18:50] What do you think about diversity? What do you think we should get better at? [24:20] What's next for Brenda? [28:50] In This Episode, You Will Learn: How Brenda ended up at SVB. [2:26] Supporting the innovation economy. [8:00] What makes SVB special. [10:10] Finding your true and authentic voice. [11:30] Operating in an environment where you are truly you. [15:00] Don't be afraid to make changes. [15:30] Moving through fear. [15:40] It's a journey that is uniquely individual. [16:35] What are your super powers? [19:39] Keeping an open mind. [20:30] The value of a network. [21:25]

Welcome Back Listeners! Traditional forwarders will soon have little choice but to go digital and that is what Kontainers is hoping for. They are the dominant player in helping to make digitizing a reality for most forwarders and creating new and innovative ways for everyone to win. In this episode, Graham Parker CEO of Kontainers takes us on a journey of how he got started in the industry building a successful forwarding company that led to the creation of Kontainers. Graham will share how they are helping to digitize the industry and announce some exciting news about a new initiative they are launching to help small to mid sized forwarders. The future of forwarding is in digitization, collaboration, consolidation and marketplaces that will ONLY have room for the digital. You wont want to miss this episode as we take you into the future of the industry. Questions I Ask: Let's get to know your story. Who are you? [0:36] How did your journey to success lead you to Kontainers? [0:40] What exactly do you do and why did you pick this space to disrupt? [4:25] Who are some of the brands you are working with? [6:49] What has been your biggest challenge and how did you overcome that? [8:45] Why should a company work with Kontainers? [12:09] What advice would you give to other supply chain technology startups? [17:22] What would you tell them? What did you have to tell yourself to push through and get to the point where things were taking off? [19:54] What would you say is your biggest achievement so far? [22:43] What's next for Kontainers? [24:29] In This Episode, You Will Learn: Graham's success story. [1:00] How Kontainers got its start. [1:45] The biggest challenge the first year. [2:43] Customer acquisition. [10:02] Acquiring a champion. [11:24] Partnering with the right companies. [14:45] The platform isn't about us, it's about them. [21:50]

Welcome back Let's Talk listeners! If you aren't familiar with FreightWaves you should be, Recently listed on CNBC's 2018 upstart 100 list as the brightest, most intriguing young start ups promising to become one of the great companies of tomorrow, FreightWaves is a company to watch. In less than a year, FreightWaves grew to the second most trafficked news site in all of freight, globally. In this episode, Craig Fuller CEO of FreightWaves joins me to talk about the story behind the brand. Craig's journey started in the family business and as his passion for the industry grew so did his vision for the future. Join me as he tells us the story behind the brand, gives us a glimpse into his journey to success, Craig also predicts the future of supply chain and logistics as well as the reasons behind starting BITA (Blockchain Assoc). Questions I Ask: Who is Freightwaves? How did it get started? [0:26] As a supply chain professional, what does that mean for me exactly? [1:30] Can you run us through what you're looking at from your website stats? [6:52] Can you tell us more about your journey? [14:01] What are your thoughts on your future of supply chain and logistics? [20:40] Why don't you tell us what is next for Freightwaves? [25:16] In This Episode, You Will Learn: Information about Freightwaves and their online presence. [0:30] Where to get started. [3:30] Data challenges. [5:10] Investing in supply chain operations. [13:02] Craig's story. [14:16] The playbook at Freighwaves. [18:40] Block Chain and Transport Alliance. [21:13]

Hello Listeners! In this EXCLUSIVE Women in Supply Chain episode, I am live at JDA ICON 2019 and I sit down with CMO, Karen Leavitt of Locus Robotics. Her journey in technology since the 70s has recently lead her into supply chain industry and she is excited to help drive innovation in this space. Karen talks about how mentorship and collaboration helps to overcome challenges and creates allies that will help amplify messages and encourage others to find their voice. Karen ends with some advice for the next generation that includes a nugget about career success - find different perspectives and really look to see how you can incorporate them into your career Enjoy!

Welcome back Let's Talk listeners! What is a Tariff? A tariff is a tax imposed by a government on goods and services imported from other countries that serves to increase the price and make imports less desirable, or at least less competitive, versus domestic goods and services. Tariffs are generally introduced as a means of restricting trade from particular countries or reducing the importation of specific types of goods and services. These days there are so many rules and regulations to moving products from country to country and with the US leading the most influential changes we have seen in a long time, many are scrambling to keep up. In this episode, Graham Robins CEO of Borderbuddy and my resident expert is back to talk about this game changing subject rocking industries and the business world right now (right Andy Polk - FDRA?). Graham talks to me about asking the question why, being intentional, some of the biggest mistakes you will make with your tariff database, what your responsibility is and what you can do today to get a handle on costs and compliance. Questions I Ask: What is happening at Borderbuddy since we last spoke? [0:24] How can companies self-audit and find savings when it comes to tariffs? [1:54] Why do we have tariffs? [4:46] What do you think about that (if tariffs are necessary)? [6:38] What are the biggest mistakes importers make with their tariff databases? [11:28] What should a company's expectations be of working with a customs broker? [18:37] How long does it take to go through 10,000 tariffs? [21:08] What would be the most important thing importers can do today to get a handle on those costs and compliance, etc.? [24:40] What's next for Borderbuddy? [26:37] In This Episode, You Will Learn: Being confident in your tariff database [2:40] The massive undertaking that takes place when a tariff changes. [3:30] The purpose of tariffs [4:50] Battle about why you would want or not want tariffs. [7:00] Being intentional about getting involved. [16:10] Asking why. [24:45] Being confident in tariffs. [25:20] Removing friction and obstacles for customers. [26:49]

Welcome back Lets Talk listeners! "Go with your gut!" is the mantra Michelle is truly living by, from following her gut to Boston to placing hundreds of hard working supply chain professionals on their career paths. Michelle also loves what she does and encourages everyone to live your passion because it is what drives you, it is what will bring opportunity and help you to live your best life. In this episode I will introduce you to Michelle Devevo, VP of Talent acquisition in Part 18 of my Women in Supply Chain Series. Michelle tells us the story of how she moved to Boston on a whim, how she was recruited for her current position, how she has helped hundreds of supply chain professionals find their way, why employer branding is so important and why Linkedin should be your best friend as an employer and as talent. You will be inspired by this story of passion, instinct and pure will. Questions I Ask: Where did you start? [0:34] What has your journey looked like? [0:34] What do you do now? [0:37] What are your thoughts on the talent shortage? [7:45] Can you tell us why they are crucial to the success of finding supply chain talent? [9:41] What do you think are the additional skills that supply chain professionals should be looking to add to their resume? [10:57] Do you think supply chain professionals are going to need to have some sort of addition to the resume in the tech side? [13:51] How are companies looking for and finding talent? [14:49] What are some of those solutions [15:15] What challenges have you faced in your career and how have you overcome them? [20:19] Is there another takeaway you think supply chain professionals should take away from this conversations? [24:52] What get you excited and what's next for Michelle? [26:46] In This Episode, You Will Learn: Michelle's career story and journey to this point. [1:10] Having the right people leading the charge. [7:57] Recruiting culture and employer branding. [10:02] LinkedIn is where it's at. [15:42] Do your homework on people and don't chase the money. [23:04]

Welcome back Lets Talk listeners! Traditionally Supply Chain has been viewed as a cost centre because the majority of a business' cost are associated with sourcing, procurement, transportation, distribution and last mile. That view is changing and supply chain professionals are now viewing it as an investment centre but that doesn't mean we stop trying to keep the costs down. How do you do keep the costs in check? Some are diligent internally, some are so cash rich it gets over looked and most keep the company in check by hiring the experts like Spend Management Experts. In this episode, Melissa Runge, VP of analytical solutions takes us on a journey of collaboration, winning together in the spend column, why your company needs to partner with someone like SME and how Spend Management Experts keeps your customer experience in mind and that is what sets them apart from their competition. Questions I Ask: Who is Spend Management Experts and what do you do? [0:34] Why should someone work with a company like Spend Management Experts? [2:10] Can you talk about the companies you are looking to work with? [3:45] How can Spend Management Experts look out for their best interests? [3:45] Is it just small parcel? [6:02] Why don't you give us a real life example of how you have helped a customer? [7:12] What is cost of service and why does it matter alongside the margins and profitability? [12:19] What would you say is your differentiator? How are you different form your competitors? [16:15] What are your thoughts about the future of logistics and supply chain? [19:00] Give us snapshot into Spend Management Experts. What's next? [19:00] What are you seeing with that as an impact on freight spend? [20:35] In This Episode, You Will Learn: How Spend Management Experts optimize supply chain costs. [0:55] Challenges Spend Management Experts face. [4:10] Limiting operational dysfunctions and improving customer experience. [4:30] The importance of cost of service. [12:40] Taking a deeper look into clients data and providing visibility. [17:45] The future of supply chain and Spend Management Experts. [19:30]

Welcome back Lets Talk listeners! The industry is bursting with new ideas, new innovation and start ups seem to be popping up everywhere. But, what exactly does it mean to be a supply chain start up? Supply Chain is a Trillion dollar industry, that is complex, intoxicating, fascinating and has been stuck in the traditional. Most can see the need the need for change, some vets are looking to change the way we do business and some newcomers are looking to change the world but what are the key ingredients to finding success as a start up in supply chain. In this episode, Nino Lo Lacono, a tech entrepreneur from Italy is here to talk about creating new and disruptive innovations in supply chain. Nino and I will talk about the challenges of starting a business in supply chain, suggestions of how to navigate, The importance of negotiation and passion, as well as the future of supply chain. Share this episode with other supply chain professionals, your teams and your colleagues! Questions I Ask: Why don't you tell us about your journey in supply chain? [0:35] How did you get started? [0:35] What have you done in the space? [0:35] What was it like to be a start up in supply chain? [3:50] How did you find fundraising for your project? [5:32] What advice would you give to supply chain startups today? [7:05] Is negotiation a skill we need in supply chain? What are your secrets to a good negotiation? [9:37] Where do you see the use cases for IOT in supply chain or more specifically in last mile delivery? [13:00] Can you talk about how different it is to work in supply chain in Italy vs other parts of the world? [16:06] From a corporate stand point, what did you learn from the supply chain stand point? [18:32] What is your crazy prediction for the future of supply chain? [19:53] What's your take on block chain? [20:57] What is next for Nino? [21:54] In This Episode, You Will Learn: Providing a memorable experience. [2:15] Mass of emerging technologies. [3:37] Challenges of starting a business in this industry. [4:10] Three main suggestions for startups moving in this field today. [7:20] Showing your passion fearlessly. [11:22] Importance of negotiation and what you can do to be a good negotiator. [9:40] The differences in supply chain around the world. [16:10] The future of supply chain. [20:00]

Download Episode! Welcome back Lets Talk listeners! What if I told you something BIG was coming to the supply chain community, something that would bring together real people talking about real supply chain topics? Today, I am revealing one of the secret projects I have been working on for my YouTube channel called "The SC, Supply Chain TV". It is a cross between "The View" and "Sportscenter" where we will debate the hot topics in supply chain today. In this episode, you will get to know Audrey Ross and Leah Goold-Haws my co-hosts for the show and then we will be joined by a different guest each episode. We are setting the stage for the first episode due out the end of April and giving you a sneak peak into what to expect from the show! They may also just give us their half crazy, counter-intuitive prediction for what the next 5 years in the industry will look like! Questions I Ask: Leah, why don't you tell us who you are, what you do and why you want to debate the hot topics with me on The Trade Squad? [0:30] Audrey, why don't you give us an overview of The Trade Squad and who you are and what you do?[1:29] Why don't you tell us about your journey? [2:44] What did your path look like, Leah? [5:25] Why do you think it's so important to have a show like The Trade Squad? [10:00] What do you think are some of the biggest challenges in supply chain today that we should be covering? [14:33] What about supply chain professionals. How can we support the community with a show like this? [18:45] What is your crazy-intuitive, half-mad prediction for the next five years in the industry? [24:05] In This Episode, You Will Learn: A little bit about Leah and Audrey. [0:45] How Audrey got into supply chain and why it's a passion. [2:56] How Leah got to where she is. [5:39] Supply chain is a critical element when it comes to fulfilling foreign customer engagement. [7:45] Identifying trends in global trade. [9:10] Looking at the skills people need when stepping into the supply chain field. [17:30]

Hello Listeners! This is the last Exclusive from TPM 2019, in this brief episode I am asking Peder Winther, Global Head of OceanFreight at Panalpina your most pressing questions that you sent to me on Linkedin back in February. Find out what he thinks of Uber Freight and Flexport and how freight forwarders are looking at innovation in the industry. Enjoy!

Welcome back Lets Talk listeners! There are a lot of new innovations and platforms to help you with various supply chain functions but where do you start and how do you find the right one for your team? Mercado Labs is shining light into the dark corners of supply chain, their platform speaks "fluent import"' and has been designed by International trade experts for supply chain professionals and their teams. In this episode, I am speaking to Rob about his new venture called Mercado Labs and we will take you on a journey of leading innovation, bringing sourcing, procurement and logistics together in a collaborative environment and what you should consider when looking to partner with a new innovative platform like Mercado Labs. Find out more about how to find the right solution and platform for your organization. Questions I Ask: Why don't you tell us about Mercado Labs? [0:25] I think that you have a bit of an analogy when it comes to this. Can you tell us a little bit about that? [1:21] Can you explain bringing light to the dark parts of supply chain? [4:42] What part of supply chain are you focusing on rather than regulatory and compliance? [11:54] Can you give us a real life example of how you have helped a customer? [13:39] Why did you choose a SAAS model? [20:09] Let's talk about all the different platforms out there. [22:19] What does the future look like for Mercado Labs? [27:06] In This Episode, You Will Learn: The Uber analogy. [1:49] Doing things on the front end that is in compliance to be more efficient. [8:40] Focus on international supply chain. [12:10] Accessibility and ease of a SAAS model. [20:30] The roadmap for Mercado Labs [27:40]

Hello Listeners! You asked and John answered! I recently caught up with John McCauley, VP of Transportation and Logistics at Cargill, a global player in the shipping industry at TPM 2019 to ask him your questions! Back in February you posted the questions you would have if you had 5 minutes with a VP of a large BCO, pay attention because your question might have been asked! Enjoy!

Welcome back Lets Talk listeners! "What do you mean exactly?" is a very powerful question when you are trying to find your voice and gain the knowledge you need to succeed. In my newest Women in Supply Chain Episode you will meet Denise MacDonell, CTO at Flash Global and a powerhouse woman in the industry who believes that this question will contribute to your success. It takes a lot of self discipline and flexing that muscle to find your voice in technology and supply chain, so besides asking questions Denise did exactly that and to this day flexing her discipline muscle also helps with work life balance and keeping her on track. Join me in this episode to learn more about the Denises' journey to success, how she found her voice, real life struggles and how she overcame them, how Denise keeps from getting overwhelmed by doing mental health checks and so much more! In part 17 of my Women in Supply Chain series, you will laugh, learn and be inspired throughout this episode.

Hello listeners! Remember a while back on listeners corner you commented with questions you have for the CEO of an ocean carrier. Well, I had the chance to briefly chat with Jeremy Nixon, CEO of ONE and asked him a lot of your most pressing questions. 7 minute Sundays are exclusive episodes that I will be sharing sporadically as I travel the world and speak with some of the least accessible figures in supply chain! Enjoy!

Welcome back Lets Talk listeners! Only 6 percent of the largest ocean carriers and freight forwarders have end-to-end online booking capabilities. Some 38 percent of the former and 5 percent of the latter do not even offer online quotes, while most of those that do merely log an online request for a quote, which has to be followed up by e-mail or a phone call, often a day or more later. So what happens when you have been so focused on your own internal innovation that when you look up to implement with the others in your supply chain, they are not even close to keeping up? In this episode, Graham Robins of Borderbuddy, my resident industry expert is back to debate this topic with me. We talk about the consequences of moving faster then your chain, we share some possible solutions and wonder if collaboration could be one of those answers and we share insights into what will happen to service providers if they don't get with the times and up their game.

Welcome back Lets Talk listeners! The term "'Customer Experience" gets thrown out and tossed around on the daily these days but what does it really mean to your business? Its all about the perception a customer has of your brand. You may think you are on point and have it handled but if the customer gets a broken product, delivery doesnt meet their expectations or they have one bad customer service experience you may lose them forever or worse yet they complain on social or to their friends. With Customer experience, there is a fine line between the cost to ship vs the cost to serve the customer. In this episode, Jonathan Briggs, Director of e-commerce fulfillment at DHL explains to us why we need to find the balance and quickly. Jonathan will take us into the depths of customer experience, challenges most online retailers are facing, the value of speed, where you should invest your time and money, the future of deliveries and how your company can increase delivery times and stay reliable.

Welcome back Lets Talk listeners! The Port of Long Beach is the premier U.S. gateway for trans-Pacific trade and a trailblazer in innovative goods movement, safety, environmental stewardship and sustainability. As the second-busiest container seaport in the United States, the Port handles trade valued at more than $194 billion annually and supports 2.6 million trade-related jobs across the nation, more than 575,000 in Southern California. Known as the Gateway to North America, the west coast ports provide a pivotal role in global trade for North America and the Port of Long Beach is playing a huge role in future proofing their port to keep up with increasing demand. In this episode find out how much they are investing, where they are investing, what they are doing in sustainability, how they are working to collaborate with more with carriers and BCO's, plus gain insights into their innovation strategy and what they are doing to increase transparency, efficiencies, visibility and reliability. Dont miss my conversation with Dr Noel Hacegaba as he takes us on a journey of the port's mission and vision of the future.

Welcome back Lets Talk listeners! In this Women in Supply Chain episode we are going Global, to South Africa to be exact. A land where not only Supply Chain is male dominated but the culture is too and Nozuko Mayeka has brought hope, inspiration and guidance to other women in supply chain in her community. It took courage and blind faith for Nozuko to start her company, Tulsawiz Logistics in challenging times, but now she is being recognized for the impact and fresh perspective she is bringing to the industry Join me in this episode as I interview Nozuko Mayeka, trailblazer, entrepreneur, mother, thought leader, logistics expert, advocate for women in business, women in supply chain and overall someone who inspires. In part 16, Nozuko speaks to me about the industry in South Africa, adversity she overcomes daily, how she supports women in the industry, how we can support each other globally, advice and how things have changed to the point where industry leaders are coming to her for advice.

Welcome Back Lets Talk Listeners! Collaboration is the process of two or more people or organizations working together to complete a task or achieve a goal. Collaboration is similar to cooperation. Most collaboration requires leadership, although the form of leadership can be social within a decentralized and egalitarian group. With the dominance of e-commerce and the competitive marketing landscape to capture views and dollars, every edge counts. consumer demands change daily and the customer experience means the difference between success and failure for all retail companies today. What will give you the edge? Join me in this episode as Warren Richmond, CEO of Olivan SCM tells us why it is so important for our marketing and supply teams work more closely together, what end to end efficiency means for customer experience, 3 ways your teams can start collaborating today and who Olivan SCM is and their vision of the future.

Welcome back Lets Talk Listeners! Digital economy refers to an economy that is based on digital computing technologies, although we increasingly perceive this as conducting business through markets based on the internet and the World Wide Web. So what does the digital economy really mean for your business and your supply chain? I think for most us we are still trying to figure out that sweet spot between technology and success. Lets face it there a number of providers claiming they can help you with this, but today SAP who is a large innovator in supply chain is here to tell you why you should consider them in your strategy. Join me in this episode as Richard Howells from SAP tells us who SAP really is, what the digital economy actually means and why you should pay attention, How all shapes and sizes of companies can work with SAP and how you can make the most out of your strategy by working with SAP.

Welcome back Lets Talk Listeners! One U.S. study found that lost productivity from presenteeism was at least 7.5 times greater than productivity loss from absenteeism. Presenteeism occurs when employees are physically present, but due to an unaddressed physical or emotional issue, distracted to the point of reduced productivity. For Graham Robins, this is only one of the many important reasons why mental health is a focus for him and his organization. Being healthy is not just about your physical well being but about your mental health as well, and most employers are now recognizing that this is not just the responsibility of the individual but up to the organization and their employees to be more supportive so we can all live healthier. Join me in this episode as Graham of Borderbuddy returns to tell us why mental health is important to both employee and employer, th top 3-4 things companies can implement to get started on awareness, what a mental health day looks like, how time management can help manage stress, how to use technology and social platforms to reduce stress and what supply chain professionals and business leaders can start doing today to make a difference.

Welcome back Lets Talk listeners! How did you end up in Supply Chain? For some of us it was before the term "supply chain" was even coined in the 1980s, for some of us we fell into the industry and our role evolved over time and for some of us we sought out a career in supply chain as it has become more mainstream. For Priyanka, She literally fell into and in love with the industry in one fell swoop, so much so that she started a podcast called "Supply Chain Scoop".Today you will be inspired by a story of passion, opportunity and taking on new challenges. Join me in this episode as I interview Priyanka Asera, Supply Chain Scoop and Manager of Strategic Partnerships at Transfix for my Women in SC series. In part 15, you will hear about how Priyanka got into supply chain and became passionate about it, Being intentional about what you are doing, how an opportunity is what you make of it, why it is important to meet your customer where they are, the importance of how you ask questions and taking a challenge head on.

Welcome back Lets Talk listeners! Even I didn't know what a Global Service Supply Chain Partner was until I met Ryan, so what is it anyway? You will have to tune into the episode to find out but what I can tell you is that it not only manages the most complex parts of a supply chain but it can also be compared to Football. In Ryan's most recent Linkedin article, he says "Just like a football team, service supply chain and service delivery requires the following to achieve the highest levels of success: planning, strong leadership, impeccable timing and precise execution." Join me in this episode as I interview Ryan Miller, Vice President of Global Marketing with Flash Global. You will learn about end to end supply chain, which industries truly need a global service partner, what it means to have a 911 environment, the benefits or ROI of working with a global service supply chain partner and how communication is the key to everything.

Welcome back Lets Talk listeners! The fact is that Supply Chain visibility is the No 1 pain point of shippers today, as per the study JOC did in 2018. What is visibility? It is knowing were your goods are in transit and it is the key to improving and strengthening our supply chains through data being available to all parties including the customer. What other industries have been able to provide visibility to their customers and how can we learn from them. Jim shares he thoughts on how Netflix is a great example and something we can all resonate with and learn from. Join me in this episode as I interview Jim Hayden, The CTO of Savi Technology. Jim takes us on a journey about the challenges supply chain faces when it comes to visibility, how you can achieve better performance with visibility, How Netflix is a good example and something we can all learn from and finally what you can put in practice today to get started in your supply chain visibility strategy.

Welcome back Lets Talk listeners! Supply Chain is changing and 2019 will bring both new challenges and technology to the industry. We will need to get more creative from job roles and titles to staying competitive in the market. The fact is that AI and robotics are coming, data should be you gold mine and your supply chain should be your key competitive weapon. but, will they be embraced in 2019? and what does the next leader of supply chain look like, will they be called the CSCO - Chief Supply Chain officer or maybe the next CEO because a supply chain background is becoming more a more crucial. Join me in this episode as I interview fellow supply chain podcaster, Timothy Dooner of Consulting Logistics podcast. Timothy shares his insights on how we must think differently about the industry, how the conversation must start at the beginning, when to outsource, the next CSCO, Data purity and the exciting landscape of supply chain.

Welcome back Lets Talk listeners! Today you will be inspired by a story of challenge, risk and massive growth. Whether you are the family in a family business or working in a family business, it can be motivating, it can be awkward and it can be tough no matter what side of the fence you sit on. These are the facts - Family-owned businesses employ 60% of the U.S. workforce and create 78% of all new jobs. Only 13% of family businesses remain in the family for longer than 60 years. 30% of family-owned businessesmake it to the second generation while only 12% make it to the third Join me in this episode as I interview Kristy Knichel, CEO Knichel Logistics for my Women in SC series. In part 14, you will hear about how Kristy proved she was the one to take over the family business but no without doubts, cracks in the family relationships or what it takes to wade through the massive growth they have seen since Kristy took over. You will be captivated by a story of family, business and work/life balance.

Welcome back Lets Talk listeners! You have learned a lot. This year has inspired you, motivated you, gave you a run for your money and tested you. It's a fact that each year there is so much to take with us into the new year so we can grow and do better but where is it? In a notebook in your office, sheets of paper written on at conferences longing to be looked at again. Well, this episode has wrapped everything you have learned on this show in a nice tidy package for you to use over and over any time you need it. I have taken the golden nuggets from most of my guests in 2018 and broken them down into bite size pieces to take with you into 2019. On today's episode of Lets Talk Supply Chain I bring together a few of the guests from 2018 and their words of wisdom and their advice to inspire and motivate to make 2019 the best year yet!

Welcome back Lets Talk listeners! Today is part 13 of My Women in Supply Chain series! In this episode you will here from Catherine Cooper who has dedicated her career to the logistics industry. In her newest venture Catherine works with Senior Executives from Fortune 500 companies like QVC, Coca Cola, Starbucks and Gap Inc. I speak to Catherine about her journey from Engineer to CEO, what success means to her, how to get recognized and published in supply chain, the tough decisions Catherine has had to make as a women in the industry, strategies on dealing with tough situations, sacrifices, self employment and advice for Supply Chain professionals. If you are looking to be inspired, be motivated and learn from one of the best, this episode is for you! Make sure to share this episode with the next generation of leaders, your management team, C-Suite and colleagues, Enjoy! LISTENER's CORNER! is in full swing and everyone is loving this segment! We are starting conversations on LinkedIn, twitter and Instagram so make sure to follow the show and get in on the conversation! The question and answers are featured on an upcoming show and on the website www.letstalksupplychain.com/listener-corner. If you have a supply chain question send them to me at [email protected] and I will send it to the experts that have been on the show to GET YOU THE ANSWERS! To our success, Sarah P.S - Need a reference guide or Supply Chain Dictionary? We have you covered: https://www.letstalksupplychain.com/product-page/supply-chain-dictionary P.P.S - Make sure to review and rate us on iTunes so others can find us and hear more about our incredible guests! Your feedback means a lot to me and goes into consideration for future episodes and improvements made to the Lets Talk Supply Chain podcast.

Welcome back Lets Talk listeners! In recent discussion on my listener corner posts, data keeps popping up. Data is the future of our businesses and supply chain but not everyone is convinced so how do we bring data to the forefront of the supply chain and business conversations? In this episode, I speak to Dmitry, Senior director of digital manufacturing for HULFT about why they took the leap into working with supply chain, why IT departments are so bogged down, why security and control is so important in supply chain today, how they are using data to control inventory in the OEM space and how to use your data to automate, orchestrate and accelerate your business. Plus in my listener's corner for this week find out how you can bring data to forefront of your supply chain conversations and again why this piece of tech is important to your business and why the investment is URGENT. Make sure to share this episode with the next generation of leaders, your management team, C-Suite and colleagues, Enjoy! LISTENER's CORNER! is in full swing and everyone is loving this segment! We are starting conversations on LinkedIn, twitter and Instagram so make sure to follow the show and get in on the conversation! The question and answers are featured on an upcoming show and on the website www.letstalksupplychain.com/listener-corner. If you have a supply chain question send them to me at [email protected] and I will send it to the experts that have been on the show to GET YOU THE ANSWERS! To our success, Sarah P.S - Need a reference guide or Supply Chain Dictionary? We have you covered: https://www.letstalksupplychain.com/product-page/supply-chain-dictionary P.P.S - Make sure to review and rate us on iTunes so others can find us and hear more about our incredible guests! Your feedback means a lot to me and goes into consideration for future episodes and improvements made to the Lets Talk Supply Chain podcast.

Welcome back Lets Talk listeners! Is our reliance on the postal service our biggest downfall? As we have recently seen with the Canada Post strike, it has crippled industries at the biggest revenue generating holiday for online retailers. So what are the alternatives and how can you plan for a future of last mile delivery run by government organizations. In this episode, Graham Robins from BorderBuddy is back and we talk about the strike, how our reliance on the postal service will impact our businesses, the current alternatives, our cry for help from the innovation and entrepreneurial community and then we round out the discussion talking about the New Year. A lot of us make new years resolutions for ourselves personally but what about our business or supply chains? we also talk about the difference between goals and resolutions and some of things to consider making resolutions so you start the new year off right. Make sure to share this episode with the next generation of leaders, your management team, C-Suite and colleagues, Enjoy! LISTENER's CORNER! is in full swing and everyone is loving this segment! We are starting conversations on LinkedIn, twitter and Instagram so make sure to follow the show and get in on the conversation! The question and answers are featured on an upcoming show and on the website www.letstalksupplychain.com/listener-corner. If you have a supply chain question send them to me at [email protected] and I will send it to the experts that have been on the show to GET YOU THE ANSWERS! To our success, Sarah P.S - Need a reference guide or Supply Chain Dictionary? We have you covered: https://www.letstalksupplychain.com/product-page/supply-chain-dictionary P.P.S - Make sure to review and rate us on iTunes so others can find us and hear more about our incredible guests! Your feedback means a lot to me and goes into consideration for future episodes and improvements made to the Lets Talk Supply Chain podcast.

Welcome back Lets Talk listeners! How do we get ahead of all the changes happening around us in our business and our supply chain? Kevin Sterneckert from JDA software joins me in this episodes to talk about how being proactive through an autonomous supply chain could be the answer. In this episode, Kevin and I talk about how you can use your supply chain as a secret competitive weapon! You will learn more about what that means, how to move faster and cheaper, what he means by an autonomous supply chain, what is possible for your business, how to use technology to solve challenges and drive the best ROI and last but no least that you are not alone and can work together in partner eco systems to take advantage of the technology that is out there. Make sure to share this episode with the next generation of leaders, your management team, C-Suite and colleagues, Enjoy! LISTENER's CORNER! is in full swing and everyone is loving this segment! We are starting conversations on LinkedIn, twitter and Instagram so make sure to follow the show and get in on the conversation! The question and answers are featured on an upcoming show and on the website www.letstalksupplychain.com/listener-corner. If you have a supply chain question send them to me at [email protected] and I will send it to the experts that have been on the show to GET YOU THE ANSWERS! To our success, Sarah P.S - Need a reference guide or Supply Chain Dictionary? We have you covered: https://www.letstalksupplychain.com/product-page/supply-chain-dictionary P.P.S - Make sure to review and rate us on iTunes so others can find us and hear more about our incredible guests! Your feedback means a lot to me and goes into consideration for future episodes and improvements made to the Lets Talk Supply Chain podcast.

Welcome back Lets Talk listeners! Sheila's journey is full of hard work, passion and giving back to the community that has served her in her supply chain career. Sheila is dedicated to the supply chain community and her passion is so apparent in this episode you will be inspired to get involved. In this episode, Sheila and I talk about her journey from engineering school to entrepreneur, what 3 or 4 things have been pivotal to her success, how mentorship is changing lives in supply chain, the biggest risks Sheila has taken on her journey, advice for the next generation, more about World Slotting Day and what the future looks like for Sheila! Make sure to share this episode with your fellow Women in Supply Chain, the next generation of leaders, your management team, C-Suite and colleagues, Enjoy! LISTENER's CORNER! is in full swing and everyone is loving this segment! We are starting conversations on LinkedIn, twitter and Instagram so make sure to follow the show and get in on the conversation! The question and answers are featured on an upcoming show and on the website www.letstalksupplychain.com/listener-corner. If you have a supply chain question send them to me at [email protected] and I will send it to the experts that have been on the show to GET YOU THE ANSWERS! To our success, Sarah P.S - Need a reference guide or Supply Chain Dictionary? We have you covered: https://www.letstalksupplychain.com/product-page/supply-chain-dictionary P.P.S - Make sure to review and rate us on iTunes so others can find us and hear more about our incredible guests! Your feedback means a lot to me and goes into consideration for future episodes and improvements made to the Lets Talk Supply Chain podcast.

Welcome back Lets Talk listeners! Unless you have already or are already working with Brian and his team over at Chain.io you might be still be battling a classic business/supply chain challenge..."How can all of our systems (accounting, marketing, operations, WMS etc) work together and bring us better visibility internally" In this episode, Brian and I get to the bottom of this fundamentally difficult challenge. You will learn about Chain.io, how they got started and why they are getting their hands dirty, why companies are struggling with this issue, why it is such a challenge for internal systems to work together, the repercussions of your systems not working together, The benefits and ROI of integration to your business, the costs of full visibility and the future of supply chain. Make sure to share this episode with your management team, C-Suite and colleagues, Enjoy! LISTENER's CORNER! is in full swing and everyone is loving this segment! We are starting conversations on LinkedIn, twitter and Instagram so make sure to follow the show and get in on the conversation! The question and answers are featured on an upcoming show and on the website www.letstalksupplychain.com/listener-corner. If you have a supply chain question send them to me at [email protected] and I will send it to the experts that have been on the show to GET YOU THE ANSWERS! To our success, Sarah P.S - Need a reference guide or Supply Chain Dictionary? We have you covered: https://www.letstalksupplychain.com/product-page/supply-chain-dictionary P.P.S - Make sure to review and rate us on iTunes so others can find us and hear more about our incredible guests! Your feedback means a lot to me and goes into consideration for future episodes and improvements made to the Lets Talk Supply Chain podcast.

Welcome back Lets Talk listeners! Competition online and customer expectations are driving up the stakes for retailers to get last mile delivery right. Whether it is free delivery, delivery times or the delivery experience there is a lot of pressure on retailers because it could make or break a new start up or established business. In this episode, I speak to Osman Akdemir, Founder and CEO of a last mile start up from Europe who is already making waves called "Simply Deliver". Just the name keeps you at ease because you know they are making it simple and easy to use for both user and consumer. Osman and I talk about how they got started, challenges businesses are having with last mile delivery, the different options available on the market, how Simply Deliver is changing the market and where last mile delivery is going into the future.Share this episode with your management team, C-Suite and colleagues, Enjoy! LISTENER's CORNER! is in full swing and everyone is loving this segment! We are starting conversations on LinkedIn, twitter and Instagram so make sure to follow the show and get in on the conversation! The question and answers are featured on an upcoming show and on the website www.letstalksupplychain.com/listener-corner. If you have a supply chain question send them to me at [email protected] and I will send it to the experts that have been on the show to GET YOU THE ANSWERS! To our success, Sarah P.S - Need a reference guide or Supply Chain Dictionary? We have you covered: https://www.letstalksupplychain.com/product-page/supply-chain-dictionary P.P.S - Make sure to review and rate us on iTunes so others can find us and hear more about our incredible guests! Your feedback means a lot to me and goes into consideration for future episodes and improvements made to the Lets Talk Supply Chain podcast.