Does Logistics Matter?

Answering YES to the question on this episode is Ken Teese, Director of Sales - Enterprise at Getac.In this episode, we talk aboutDigitalisation in LogisticsThe impact of connectivity and real-time data accessWhy logistics companies are moving from Windows to AndroidAnd how handheld devices increase the efficiency of logistics operationsPlease enjoy my conversation with Ken TeeseThank you for listening to Does Logistics Matter. For more on trends and innovations in supply chain and logistics, visit our blog at www.logisticsmatter.comIf you want to be a guest on this podcast, please send an email to podcast@logisticsmatter.com This podcast was produced by Dimitry VleugelThe music is based on a sample by Ragaman and produced by Michael SpenglerThis episode was supported by Getac. Getac Technology Corporation is a global leader in rugged mobile technology and intelligent video solutions, including laptops, tablets, software, body-worn cameras, in-car video, interview rooms, and evidence management software. Getac’s solutions and services enable the vital work of frontline workers operating in the world’s most challenging environments. For more information, visit www.getac.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Answering YES to the question today is Nour Shawky, Co-founder and CEO of Softec Technologies Group.In this episode, we talk aboutWhat artificial intelligence isHow it can be used to address challenges in the logistics industry todayHow Norma Live optimises route planning based on AIAnd Nour looks into his crystal ball and shares his vision of an AI-driven future.Please enjoy my conversation with Nour ShawkyThank you for listening to Does Logistics Matter. For more on trends and innovations in supply chain and logistics, visit our blog at www.logisticsmatter.comIf you want to be a guest on this podcast, please send an email to podcast@logisticsmatter.com This podcast was produced by Dimitry VleugelThe music is based on a sample by Ragaman and produced by Michael SpenglerThis episode was supported by Softec Technologies Group. Softec is a tech company and leading Intelligence and visibility solutions provider for Commercial Fleets, Last-Mile Operations, Logistics, Transportation, and Emergency Command and control. With Norma LIVE, Softec optimizes express transport planning. Norma Live is a real-time dynamic live routing algorithm enabling you to put your entire express transport planning operation on auto-pilot. It also optimizes pickup & delivery operations of the last mile and significantly empowers same-day and immediate delivery services. For more information, visit Normalive.ai. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Answering YES to the question today is Tim Brankin, Vice President Business Development and Communications at Eagle Rail.In this episode, we talk aboutThe latest developments in global shippingThe growth in container shipping and the impact on portsCongestion in and around ports and what to do about itAnd how to optimise and decarbonize first-mile transportation in port areasPlease enjoy my conversation with Tim BrankinThank you for listening to Does Logistics Matter. For more on trends and innovations in supply chain and logistics, visit our blog on www.logisticsmatter.comIf you want to be a guest on this podcast, please send an email to podcast@logisticsmatter.com This podcast was produced by Dimitry VleugelThe music is based on a sample by Ragaman and produced by Michael SpenglerThis episode was supported by EagleRail. EagleRail is the smarter and cleaner way to connect container terminals with internodal operations. It is the world’s first 100% electric overhead container transportation solution, dramatically improving port and internodal operations and efficiency. For more information,visit www.eaglerail.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Answering YES to the question today is Lora Cecere, also known as the Supply Chain Shaman and Founder of Supply Chain Insights.In this episode, we talk aboutThe five types of supply chainWhat having an excellent supply chain meansAnd how the future of the supply chain is outside inUnraveling the Secrets of Supply Chain Excellence with Lora CecerePlease enjoy my conversation with Lora CecereThank you for listening to Does Logistics Matter. For more on trends and innovations in supply chain and logistics, visit our blog on www.logisticsmatter.comIf you want to be a guest on this podcast, please send an email to podcast@logisticsmatter.com This podcast was produced by Dimitry VleugelThe music is based on a sample by Ragaman and produced by Michael SpenglerThis episode was supported by Lora Cecere and Supply Chain Insights. Supply Chain Insights is focused on delivering independent, actionable, objective advice for supply chain leaders, helping companies discover which practices and technologies make the biggest difference to corporate performance. For more information, visit supplychaininsights.com and supplychainshaman.comRead about this podcast on the LogisticsMatter blog Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Answering YES to the question today is Pieter van den Broecke, Managing Director Netherlands, Belgium, and Germany at Manhattan Associates.In this episode, we talk aboutHow retailers and logistics service providers should embrace change to keep up with changing customer demandsHow change impacts people and processes, and how technology is a key enabler.We also talk about the role younger generations play in thisPlease enjoy my conversation with Pieter van den BroeckeThank you for listening to Does Logistics Matter. For more on trends and innovations in supply chain and logistics, visit our blog on www.logisticsmatter.comIf you want to be a guest on this podcast, please send an email to podcast@logisticsmatter.com This podcast was produced by Dimitry VleugelThe music is based on a sample by Ragaman and produced by Michael SpenglerThis episode was supported by Manhattan Associates. Manhattan Associates is a technology leader in supply chain and omnichannel commerce. They unite information across the enterprise, converging front-end sales with back-end supply chain execution. Their software platform technology and unmatched experience help drive top-line growth and bottom-line profitability for their customers. For more in For more information, please visit manh.com. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Answering YES to the question today is Global Chief Sales Officer Gavin Polizzo of Cloudstaff.In this episode, we talk aboutTrends and developments in the labour marketHow to effectively leverage and manage remote teamsHow outsourcing can alleviate the pressure on supply chain and logistics companiesPlease enjoy my conversation with Gavin PolizzoThank you for listening to Does Logistics Matter. For more on trends and innovations in supply chain and logistics, visit our blog on www.logisticsmatter.comIf you want to be a guest on this podcast, please send an email to podcast@logisticsmatter.com This podcast was produced by Dimitry VleugelThe music is based on a sample by Ragaman and produced by Michael SpenglerThis episode was supported by Cloudstaff. Cloudstaff is the fusion of great people, innovative technology and a culture that engages our staff and promotes personal and professional growth. It fully utilises technology to remove the limitations associated with remote workforces and fully integrates local and remote teams with tools, systems and processes that deliver complete control and visibility. For more information, visit Cloudstaff.com. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Answering YES to the question today is Vice President of Product Tim Rudolph of Seven Senders.In this episode, we talk aboutHow technology can enable retailers to leverage multiple carriersThe benefits of using out-of-home deliveryAnd what the future of last-mile delivery will look likePlease enjoy my conversation with Tim RudolphThank you for listening to Does Logistics Matter. For more on trends and innovations in supply chain and logistics, visit our blog on www.logisticsmatter.comIf you want to be a guest on this podcast, please send an email to podcast@logisticsmatter.com This podcast was produced by Dimitry VleugelThe music is based on a sample by Ragaman and produced by Michael SpenglerThis episode was supported by Seven Senders. Seven Senders supports retailers with their daily end-to-end supply chain from warehouse to customer. They offer shipping and delivery services from a single source, such as analytics, tracking tools, a customs solution - designed to reduce the effort and complexity of customs clearance operations, and Out Of Home services through one standardized and easy-to-use format: their PUDO Locator. For more information, please visit: sevensenders.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Answering YES to the question today is Chief Sales Officer Gianni Maes of RedspherIn this episode, we talk aboutChallenges and changes in the industryTrends in Road Freight in Europe, with a focus on Time Sensitive FreightAnd the role of digitalization and platformsPlease enjoy my conversation with Gianni MaesThank you for listening to Does Logistics Matter. For more on trends and innovations in supply chain and logistics, visit our blog on www.logisticsmatter.comIf you want to be a guest on this podcast, please send an email to podcast@logisticsmatter.com This podcast was produced by Dimitry Vleugel of Klets.MediaThe music is based on a sample by Ragaman and produced by Michael SpenglerThis episode was supported by Redspher. Respher has over 40 years of experience in handling time-sensitive shipments throughout Europe and beyond. The company offers digital tools for both shippers and carriers to easily find, book, and track solutions for time-sensitive shipments. For more information, please visit redspher.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Answering YES to the question today are Business Development Specialist Julija Stensgaard Kristensen and Product Manager Johan Thunberg of KRONUSIn this episode, we talk aboutThe importance of selecting the right packaging for your productsThe benefits of wooden packaging, like pallet collarsAnd how it is used in different industries to optimize transport and warehousing operationsPlease enjoy my conversation with Julija and JohanThank you for listening to Does Logistics Matter. For more on trends and innovations in supply chain and logistics, visit our blog on www.logisticsmatter.comIf you want to be a guest on this podcast, please send an email to podcast@logisticsmatter.com This podcast was produced by Dimitry VleugelThe music is based on a sample by Ragaman and produced by Michael SpenglerThis episode was supported by KRONUS. KRONUS specializes in the design and manufacturing of standard and custom wooden packaging. The company’s products are exported to more than 60 countries worldwide. For more information, please visit kronus.eu Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Answering YES to the question today is Gert-Jan Jansen, Founder and CEO of RotateIn this episode, we talk aboutThe current state of the air freight industryHow to prevent death by dashboardThe importance of actionable dataAnd how to improve day-to-day commercial decision makingThank you for listening to the Does Logistics Matter? Podcast. For more on trends and innovations in supply chain and logistics, visit our blog on www.logisticsmatter.comIf you want to be a guest on this podcast, please send an email to podcast@logisticsmatter.com This podcast was produced by Dimitry VleugelThe music is based on a sample by Ragaman and produced by Michael SpenglerThis episode was supported by Rotate. Rotate helps airlines turn data into action and improve day-to-day commercial decision-making. Rotate combines state-of-the-art market data, cloud-based tools and analytics with expert support and training. For more information, visit letsrotate.comPlease enjoy my conversation with Gert-Jan Jansen Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Answering YES to the question today is Oscar Morales, Co-Founder of SiftyIn this episode, we talk aboutGlobal supply chain challenges and their impact on customs operationsHow small errors in data entry can have large consequencesHow digitalisation and automation can increase the effectiveness and efficiency of customs brokersHow eco-systems of data combined with the right technology will further enhance the capabilities of customs brokersThank you for listening to the Does Logistics Matter? Podcast. For more on trends and innovations in supply chain and logistics, visit our blog at www.logisticsmatter.comIf you want to be a guest on this podcast, please send an email to podcast@logisticsmatter.com This podcast was produced by Dimitry VleugelThe music is based on a sample by Ragaman and produced by Michael SpenglerThis episode was sponsored by Sifty. Sifty applies Machine Learning to sift through thousands of data points in seconds, reducing repetitive tasks and saving time for Customs Brokers.With this approach, Sifty will change the flow of information in international trade to make it better together. For more information, visit siftyML.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Answering YES to the question today is Lars Heemskerk, Founder and CEO of AugmexIn this episode, we talk about:How Lars became the founder of a logistics tech company at the age of 17And How he convinced Google to make him an official Google Glass Solution ProviderWe also talk about Technological innovations in logisticsAnd How vision picking and augmented reality increases the efficiency of warehousing operations Please enjoy my conversation with Lars HeemskerkThank you for listening to Does Logistics Matter. For more on trends and innovations in supply chain and logistics, visit our blog on www.logisticsmatter.comIf you want to be a guest on this podcast, please email podcast@logisticsmatter.com or message me.via LinkedIn.This podcast was produced by Dimitry VleugelThe music is based on a sample by Ragaman and produced by Michael SpenglerThis episode was supported by Augmex. Augmex develops augmented reality solutions for companies to reduce errors and increase flexibility among employees using Google Glass.  For more information, visit Augmex.comDon't forget to subscribe so you don't miss any future episodes Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Answering YES to the question today is Wiebe Helder, Founder and CEO of CargobaseIn this episode, we talk about:Current trends in global freightHow companies need to become more flexible and respond faster when it comes to buying freight The influence of digital natives on the supply chain and logistics industryAnd what the future of transportation management systems looks likeThank you for listening to Does Logistics Matter. For more on trends and innovations in supply chain and logistics, visit our blog on www.logisticsmatter.comIf you want to be a guest on this podcast, please email podcast@logisticsmatter.com or connect to me via LinkedIn and send me a message.This podcast was produced by Dimitry Vleugel.The music is based on a sample by Ragaman and produced by Michael Spengler.This episode was sponsored by Cargobase. Cargobase has grown and developed its SaaS solution into a full-fledged modular Transport Management System (TMS). Today the Cargobase TMS is used in over 70 countries, bringing automation, visibility and efficiency to global supply chains.  For more information, visit cargobase.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Answering YES to the question today is Byron Bennett, CEO of Zergratran.In this episode, we talk about:His plans to create a green shipping corridor through Colombia parallel to the Panama Canal How high-speed Maglev-powered skids will autonomously move containers through the 80-mile tunnelAnd how two fully automated ports on each side of the tunnel will create the biggest cross-dock operation the world has ever seen, enabling the transfer of a container from a ship on one side to a ship on the other side within 30 minutes.Thank you for listening to Does Logistics Matter. For more on trends and innovations in supply chain and logistics, visit our blog on www.logisticsmatter.comIf you want to be a guest on this podcast, please send an email to podcast@logisticsmatter.com or connect to me via LinkedIn and send me a message.This podcast was produced by Dimitry VleugelThe music is based on a sample by Ragaman and produced by Michael SpenglerThis episode was supported by Zergratran. Zergratran is an innovative and sustainable high-capacity transportation company that is building the world’s first tunnel to expedite the shipping of goods between the North Atlantic and the North Pacific. In doing so it will offer faster, smarter, safer and cheaper solutions to existing alternatives. For more information, visit zergratran.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Answering YES to the question today is Martijn Thijsen, Head of Digital Strategy and Transformation at Port of Rotterdam.In this episode, we talk about:The digital role of ports in global tradeThe importance of digital infrastructureHow supply chains are becoming networks of nodesAnd how this digital transformation will change business modelsPlease enjoy my conversation with Martijn Thijsen Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Answering YES to the question today is Frank Breedijk, Chief Information Security Officer at Schuberg Philis.In this episode, we talk about:How hackers hack into corporate systems and installationsExamples of actual cybersecurity attacks in supply chain and logisticsWhat you can do to prevent being hackedAnd what you need to do when you do get hackedPlease enjoy my conversation with Frank BreedijkDo you want to be a guest on the Does Logistics Matter? Podcast? Send us an e-mail to podcast@logisticsmatter.com. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Answering YES to the question today is Rogier Barents, CEO of Laevo Exoskeletons.In this episode, we talk about:Logistics 5.0, what it is, and how it will change the industryThe benefits of an increased focus on how technology can improve worker healthHow exoskeletons can improve productivity in the warehouseAnd I try to find out whether an Ironman Suit is within reach!?Please enjoy my conversation with Rogier Barents. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Answering YES to the question today is Henry Waterfield, Founder and CEO of Spot Ship.In this episode, we talk about:Digitisation in bulk shippingHow AI can help shipbrokers choose the right ship for their cargoHow it can help bring down carbon emissions across the bulk shipping industryAnd what digital innovations are around the cornerPlease enjoy my conversation with Henry Waterfield Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Answering YES to the question on this episode is Georgia Leybourne, Senior International Marketing Director at Manhattan AssociatesIn this episode, we talk about:The rise of robots and automation in the warehouse and how they add value to existing resourcesHow a warehouse execution system integrates managing both man and machineAnd how managing the flow of goods from inbound to picking to delivery at the store or end customer with one single software solution optimises your supply chain operationsPlease enjoy my conversation with Georgia Leybourne.Thank you for listening to Does Logistics Matter. For more on trends and innovations in supply chain and logistics, visit our blog on www.logisticsmatter.comIf you want to be a guest on this podcast, please send an email to podcast@logisticsmatter.com This podcast was produced by Dimitry VleugelThe music is based on a sample by Ragaman and produced by Michael SpenglerThis episode was supported by Manhattan Associates. Manhattan Associates is a technology leader in supply chain and omnichannel commerce. They unite information across the enterprise, converging front-end sales with back-end supply chain execution. Their software platform technology and unmatched experience help drive top-line growth and bottom-line profitability for their customers. For more in For more information, please visit manh.com. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Answering YES to the question in this epsiode are Hermann Ude, Chairman of the Supervisory board of Transporeon and Managing partner of TTS and Gruziana Hoxha, Executive Director Carrier Management at TransporeonIn this episode, we talk about:How moving freight across the world has changedHow digitalisation can help freight forwarders keep up with these changesWhat the drivers are for digitalisation in freight forwardingAnd what the key elements of next generation freight forwarding arePlease enjoy my conversation with Herman Ude and Gruziana Hoxha Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.