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Check Call

Check Call is a podcast for 3PLs and Freight Brokers. We take the industry we know and sometimes love under a microscope to dive a little deeper and see what we can find.

Episodes

Last mile logistics technology

In this episode, we dive into the world of last mile technology. Our guest Guru Rao, CEO of nuVizz breaks down some advancements in last mile technology and where automation can be key. For more information subscribe to Check Call the newsletter or the podcast. Follow the Check Call Podcast Other FreightWaves Shows Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Nov 12, 202427 min

2024 Brokerage trends bleed into 2025

In this episode, we break down some of the top freight brokerage trends in 2024 and what it might look like in 2025. Our guest, Scott Schell president and CEO at TA joins us to give the ins and outs of the biggest challenges of the year and how to plan for 2025. For more information subscribe to Check Call the newsletter or the podcast. Follow the Check Call Podcast Other FreightWaves Shows Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Nov 05, 202425 min

The ultimate communities crossover Halloween episode

In this episode, we dive into the sppooookkiest freight stories and weird shipping laws with FreightWaves’ Grace Sharkey and Thomas Wasson. For more information subscribe to Check Call the newsletter or the podcast. Follow the Check Call Podcast Other FreightWaves Shows Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Oct 29, 202430 min

The October Market Update

In this episode, we welcome back David Spencer, VP of market intelligence at Arrive Logistics to break down the freight market for October and see what predictions are in store for the rest of the year. For more information subscribe to Check Call the newsletter or the podcast. Follow the Check Call Podcast Other FreightWaves Shows Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Oct 22, 202426 min

Making Smart vendor choices

In this episode, we dive into the world of multi-vendor solutions. Our guest, Peyton Riley, CPO at GearTrack breaks down some of the inefficiencies and hidden costs that come with a multi-vendor approach as well as the importance of choosing the right solution for your organization. For more information subscribe to Check Call the newsletter or the podcast. Follow the Check Call Podcast Other FreightWaves Shows Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Oct 15, 202424 min

Cybersecurity and resilience for brokers

In this episode, we dive into the world of cyber security and protecting yourself against threats. Our guest Ben Barnes, Chief Information Officer at McLeod Software breaks down ways to protect your business and data from online threats. For more information subscribe to Check Call the newsletter or the podcast. Follow the Check Call Podcast Other FreightWaves Shows Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Oct 08, 202427 min

Carrier strategies and technology

In this episode, we dive into the world of developing a carrier strategy with a heavy tech influence. Our guest, Blair Blake VP of Carrier Strategy at Arrive Logistics breaks down some of the most effective strategies when it comes to developing carrier relationships. For more information subscribe to Check Call the newsletter or the podcast. Follow the Check Call Podcast Other FreightWaves Shows Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Oct 01, 202425 min

The rise in Mexico’s popularity

In this episode, we dive into the popularity in other countries moving production facilities to Mexico. Our guest, Jordan Dewart, president of Redwood Mexico helps break down the nuances and some of the rationale behind these new ways of working. For more information subscribe to Check Call the newsletter or the podcast at https://www.freightwaves.com/check-call Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sep 24, 202423 min

Fighting freight fraud with Truckstop

In this episode, we dive into strategies to help brokers avoid freight fraud. Our guest, Lisa Haubenstock, VP of product at Truckstop dives into some of the most common types of fraud facing the industry as well as steps brokers can take to protect themselves from fraud. For more information subscribe to Check Call the newsletter or the podcast. Follow the Check Call Podcast Other FreightWaves Shows Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sep 17, 202428 min

The unsung heroes of the supply chain – Pallets

In this episode, we dive into the world of pallet sourcing and when a freight broker or 3PL will need to utilize the resource. Our guest, Kevin Kull, senior vice president sales & operations at Pallet Trader breaks down the value-add resource that 3PLs and Freight Brokers can use to help out shippers and their own operations. For more information subscribe to Check Call the newsletter or the podcast. Follow the Check Call Podcast Other FreightWaves Shows Learn more about your ad choices. Vis...

Sep 10, 202425 min

West Coast contingency plans for shippers

In this episode, we dive into the world of West Coast port issues and international shipping. Our guest, Paul Brashier, vp of global supply chain at ITS Logistics helps to shed some light on areas to watch out for when it comes to contingency planning for shippers and supply chain disruptions. For more information subscribe to Check Call the newsletter or the podcast. Follow the Check Call Podcast Other FreightWaves Shows Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sep 03, 202429 min

Keeping it 100 percent retention

In this episode, we dive into the unique success A. Duie Pyle’s brokerage has with 100% employee retention. Our guest, Craig Lough director of strategic planning at A. Duie Pyle breaks down the success formula they’ve created that has resulted in 100% employee retention. For more information subscribe to Check Call the newsletter or the podcast. Follow the Check Call Podcast Other FreightWaves Shows Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Aug 27, 202425 min

August Market Update

In this episode, we break down the August Market Update. Our guest, David Spencer, vice president of market intelligence at Arrive Logistics explores the spot market, the rate forecast and what to expect from Q4. For more information subscribe to Check Call the newsletter or the podcast. Follow the Check Call Podcast Other FreightWaves Shows Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Aug 20, 202424 min

How Real-Time Tracking Combats Cargo Theft

In this episode, we dive into the world of real-time tracking and it’s use in combating cargo theft. Our guest, Ilan Gluck, General Manager of GearTrack, breaks down the ins and outs of cargo theft prevention through the use real-time tracking. For more information subscribe to Check Call the newsletter or the podcast. Follow the Check Call Podcast Other FreightWaves Shows Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Aug 13, 202425 min

Predicting Carrier Performance Like a Pro

In this episode, we dive into the world of carrier performance monitoring. Our guest, John Sutton, director of corporate strategy at Sunset Transport breaks down some of the top tips on carrier performance monitoring and successful carrier relationship building. For more information subscribe to Check Call the newsletter or the podcast. Follow the Check Call Podcast Other FreightWaves Shows Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Aug 06, 202426 min

The secret sauce of location services

In this episode, we dive into the intricacies of location services and how to use them to combat challenges. Our guest, Nick Patrick, Co-Founder and CEO at Radar helps break down some specific use cases and ways to make location services work for you. For more information subscribe to Check Call the newsletter or the podcast. Follow the Check Call Podcast Other FreightWaves Shows Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jul 30, 202426 min

Using AI like you never thought before

In this episode, we dive into the world of implementing AI in a freight brokerage. Our guest, Dan Tram CEO and founder of Everest AI helps to break down the finer parts of implementing AI and what common pitfalls to watch out for. For more information subscribe to Check Call the newsletter or the podcast. Loaded and Rolling Follow the Loaded and Rolling Podcast Other FreightWaves Shows Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jul 23, 202421 min

AI and customer service in logistics

In this episode, we dive into the ins and outs of practical applications of AI in customer service. Our guest, Alex Schwarm, head of data and AI at Arrive Logistics helps highlight some of the more useful cases of AI in a brokerage. For more information subscribe to Check Call the newsletter or the podcast. Follow the Check Call Podcast Other FreightWaves Shows Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jul 16, 202424 min

Nearshoring but in practicality

In this episode, we dive into what nearshoring operations look like in reality. Our guest, Alfonso Quijano, Chief Technology Officer at Lean Solutions Group breaks down some of the success stories and what it looks like to integrate a nearshored operations team successfully. For more information subscribe to Check Call the newsletter or the podcast. Follow the Check Call Podcast Other FreightWaves Shows Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jul 09, 202428 min

June Market Update

In this episode, we break down the June Market Update. Our guest, David Spencer, vice president of market intelligence at Arrive Logistics explores the spot market, the rate forecast and what to expect from a possible Canadian rail strike. For more information subscribe to Check Call the newsletter or the podcast. Follow the Check Call Podcast Other FreightWaves Shows Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jul 02, 202425 min

Back office hits the limelight

In this episode, we dive into the finer nuances of back office operations and why its important to invest in those operations. Our guest, Mitch Mitchell, CEO of Tai Software gets into the return on investment that comes with efficient back office operations. For more information subscribe to Check Call the newsletter or the podcast. Follow the Check Call Podcast Other FreightWaves Shows Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jun 25, 202426 min

The struggles of ecommerce growth

In this episode, we dive into some of the most common issues that come with growing an ecommerce business. Our guest, Archita Prasad, vice president - strategy, corporate development and new product innovation at UPS Capital breaks down areas for improvement where some common pitfalls are. For more information subscribe to Check Call the newsletter or the podcast. Follow the Check Call Podcast Other FreightWaves Shows Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jun 18, 202422 min

International E-commerce

In this episode we dive into the nuances of international e-commerce. Our guest, Nick Bartlett, director st CBIP Logistics breaks down how to have a successful international E-commerce model and more. For more information subscribe to Check Call the newsletter or the podcast. Follow the Check Call Podcast Other FreightWaves Shows Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jun 11, 202429 min

The asset-lite solution

In this episode, we dive into all things asset-lite. Our guest, Josh Allen, Chief Commercial Officer at ITS Logistics breaks down the asset-lite model and the benefits it can post to a company. For more information subscribe to Check Call the newsletter or the podcast. Follow the Check Call Podcast Other FreightWaves Shows Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

May 28, 202424 min

The elusive TMS upgrade perils

In this episode, we dive into the challenges and signs to look for when upgrading your TMS. Our guest, Walter (Mitch) Mitchell, CEO at Tai software, breaks down challenges and successful ways to upgrade and implement into a new TMS. For more information subscribe to Check Call the newsletter or the podcast. Follow the Check Call Podcast Other FreightWaves Shows Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

May 21, 202426 min

Data privacy and why it matters

In this episode, we break down things to look for in a data provider. OUr guest, North Winship, President at Shiplify breaks down the responsibilities of a data provider and what businesses should be looking for in a partner as well as how to know your data is secure. For more information subscribe to Check Call the newsletter or the podcast. Follow the Check Call Podcast Other FreightWaves Shows Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

May 14, 202425 min

When Cybersecurity and fraud comes knocking

In this episode, we dive into the trends of cybersecurity and what can make a business a target. Our guest, Joe Ohr, Chief Operating Officer at the National Motor Freight Traffic Association breaks down what individuals can do to protect themselves as well as what to look for in a partner to stay steps ahead of fraud. For more information subscribe to Check Call the newsletter or the podcast. Follow the Check Call Podcast Other FreightWaves Shows Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone...

May 07, 202427 min

The rollercoaster of non-competes

In this episode, we dive into the new FTC proposed rule of noncompetes and what the journey could look like for those in the freight broker space. Our guests, Grace Sharkey and Thomas Wasson dive into the long road ahead for this ruling and what it could mean for those in the supply chain world eventually. For more information subscribe to Check Call the newsletter or the podcast. Follow the Check Call Podcast Other FreightWaves Shows Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoice...

Apr 30, 202431 min

The spring market update

In this episode, we dive into the spring freight market and what to expect for the coming months. Our guest, David Spencer, Vice president of market intelligence at Arrive Logistics breaks down some leading indicators for a turn of the freight market. For more information subscribe to Check Call the newsletter or the podcast. Follow the Check Call Podcast Other FreightWaves Shows Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Apr 24, 202422 min

Distribution and fulfillment in the style of e-commerce

In this episode, we dive into the world of distribution and e-commerce fulfillment. Our guest, Ryan Martin, President of Distribution and Fulfillment at ITS Logistics breaks down the ins and out of warehousing and distribution. For more information subscribe to Check Call the newsletter or the podcast. Follow the Loaded and Rolling Podcast Other FreightWaves Shows Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Apr 16, 202427 min
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