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Join us for another insightful episode of FreightWaves NOW Community Spotlight! Today, our host Kaylee Nix welcomes Mary O'Connell to discuss everything related to the Check Call update and delve into the advantages and challenges of building out a near-shore staffing solution with Lean Solutions Group. Timestamps: 00:00:14 - 00:00:35 | Introduction by Kayla 00:00:35 - 00:00:54 | Lean Solutions Group's market impact 00:01:45 - 00:02:05 | Pros of near-shore staffing solutions 00:02:05 - 00:03:58 | Discussion on the flexibility and support provided by Lean Solutions Group 00:03:58 - 00:04:17 | Cons of having a near-shore team 00:04:17 - 00:05:56 | Loss of company culture with remote teams 00:05:56 - 00:07:19 | Productivity boost from nurturing a team 00:07:19 - 00:07:40 | Expanding a family business and the right time to do so 00:07:40 - 00:09:12 | Subsets of the transportation industry that benefit from near-shore teams 00:09:12 - 00:10:03 | Resources and time involved in the nurturing process 00:10:03 - 00:10:07 | Where to find Check Call updates Lean Solutions Group has been a significant partner, helping businesses with flexible and efficient staffing solutions. Mary O'Connell sheds light on the benefits and potential downsides of nurturing a remote team, the importance of productivity, and the impact on company culture. Stay tuned for more updates and insights! 🔔 Subscribe to our channel for the latest in freight and logistics news. Follow us: Website: FreightWaves Twitter: @FreightWaves LinkedIn: FreightWaves #FreightWaves #CommunitySpotlight #LeanSolutionsGroup #Logistics #StaffingSolutions #RemoteTeams #CheckCall Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Good Friday morning, everyone! Welcome back after your 4th of July holiday. We hope you didn't celebrate America too hard because we're here with your FreightWaves NOW Community Spotlight. I'm Kaylee Nix, joined by Mary O'Connell, ready to dive into today's episode of Running on Ice. Timestamps: 00:00:14 - Introduction and Welcome Back00:00:28 - Cold Chain & Reefer Units00:01:07 - New Medium-Duty Electric Reefer Truck00:01:47 - Spy Green Power's Reefer Ex Truck Overview00:02:12 - Viability of Electric Vehicles in Light to Medium-Duty Trucks00:02:33 - Challenges of Electric Reefer Units00:03:30 - Alternative Fuels and Developments in Reefer Technology00:04:02 - Sustainable Solutions for Local Deliveries00:04:48 - Adoption of Electric Trucks in the U.S. vs. Europe00:05:36 - Overcoming Geographic Challenges in the U.S.00:05:56 - Timeline for Electric Reefer Truck Release00:07:05 - Where to Watch & Listen to Running on Ice Join us as we discuss the exciting developments in electric reefer trucks and how they are poised to revolutionize last-mile deliveries. Mary O'Connell gives us the scoop on Spy Green Power's Reefer Ex, an all-electric medium-duty truck, and what it means for the future of the cold chain industry. Tags:  #TruckingIndustry #ColdChain #ElectricVehicles #ReeferTrucks #FreightWaves #RunningOnIce #CommunitySpotlight #MaryOConnell #SustainableTransport #Logistics Catch the latest episode of Running on Ice on YouTube or download the podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you get your podcasts. Make sure to tune in for insights into the new electric reefer trucks and more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Good Thursday morning, everyone! Welcome to your FreightWaves Now Community Spotlight. Happy 4th of July if you're watching us on this holiday! We appreciate you joining us. Go enjoy a hot dog and some fireworks after we're done here. Speaking of fireworks, we've got the man of fireworks, Thomas Wasson, joining us for your Loaded and Rolling Community Spotlight. Timestamps: 00:00:00 - Introduction and Welcome00:00:32 - Thomas Wasson's 4th of July Plans00:01:09 - Freight Space Metrics Overview00:02:26 - Capacity Loss in the Lease Owner Operator Space00:03:36 - Health of Lease Purchase Models and Market Conditions00:05:01 - Recourse for Drivers in Predatory Leasing Contracts00:06:25 - Exploitation in the Trucking Industry00:07:15 - Mid-Year Market Review and Optimistic Signs00:08:23 - Factors Impacting the Market Recovery00:09:51 - Thomas Walston's Market Predictions00:10:06 - Closing Remarks and Upcoming Content Join us as Thomas provides insights into how lease owner operators are faring in the current market, the latest trends in freight space, and why he remains cautiously optimistic about market recovery. Don't miss this episode, filled with valuable information for the trucking industry! Tags:  #TruckingIndustry #LeaseOperators #FreightMarket #4thOfJuly #CommunitySpotlight #ThomasWalston #Freightwaves #MarketTrends #ExploitativeLeasing #TruckingNews Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Good Wednesday morning, everyone! Welcome to your FreightWaves Now Community Spotlight. I'm Kaylee, and today, we've got Alan Adler on the line to discuss the latest in truck tech. Timestamps:  00:00 - Introduction and Welcome00:23 - Introduction of Alan Adler and Overview of Exodus01:39 - Customizable Chassis and Partnerships03:07 - Impact on Trucking and Freight Industries03:54 - Mobile Charging Trailers and Their Benefits05:09 - Investment Timelines and Customer Satisfaction06:05 - Trends in Fleet Purchases and Electric Truck Adoption07:52 - Upcoming Newsletter and AI Advancements in Autonomous Vehicles09:25 - Closing Remarks and Upcoming Content Join us as Alan provides insights into how Exodus has managed to stay afloat in a challenging market and discusses the future of electric and autonomous vehicles. Don't forget to tune in for the latest updates and trends in the trucking industry! Tags:  #TruckTech #ElectricVehicles #AutonomousVehicles #SPAC #Exodus #Winnebago #CommunitySpotlight #TruckingIndustry #AI Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Good morning and happy Tuesday! Welcome to the FreightWaves Now community spotlight with Kaylee Nix and Mary O'Connell. Today, we dive into the latest market updates and consumer trends with special guest David Spencer from Arrive Logistics. In this episode, we discuss: The current state of freight rates and market volumes Anticipations for the 4th of July impact on freight The evolving spread between contract and spot rates The role of consumer spending in market recovery David Spencer returns to provide his expert insights on these topics and more. We also touch on the potential impacts of the 2024 hurricane season, with Hurricane Beryl already making waves in the Caribbean. Timestamps: 00:00 - Intro 00:13 - Mary O'Connell on Taco Tuesday and July 4th 00:34 - Special Guest: David Spencer from Arrive Logistics 01:12 - Monthly Market Update: Freight Rates and Market Volumes 02:29 - The 4th of July's Impact on Freight 03:47 - Contract vs. Spot Rates: What to Expect 05:06 - Hurricane Season 2024: Potential Impacts on Freight 05:55 - Where to Watch and Subscribe Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Good morning and welcome to your FreightWaves Community Spotlight! It's a brand new week, a brand new month, and we're kicking it off with Grace Sharkey. Grace shares her experiences from a recent trip to Chicago and gives us a sneak peek into some upcoming content. In today's episode, we dive into current consumer trends, with a focus on the cosmetics industry. We discuss how consumers are spending their money, the shift towards cost-efficient splurging, and the rising popularity of skincare products. Grace and Kelly Nicks explore the growing demand for high-quality, long-lasting, and natural cosmetics. We also delve into the influence of social media trends like the "Clean Girl" aesthetic and how beauty brands are responding to consumers' demands for cleaner, more skin-friendly ingredients. Additionally, we touch on the rise of celebrity beauty brands, featuring names like Selena Gomez, Hailey Bieber, and Serena Williams, and discuss the impact these brands have on the market. Join us as we break down these trends and more, including insights from TikTok and Instagram, and look forward to upcoming content on our YouTube page. Stay tuned for more great discussions on consumer habits and industry updates. Timestamps: 00:00 - Intro 00:47 - Grace's Chicago Trip and Upcoming Content 01:45 - Overview of Current Consumer Trends 02:03 - Spending Trends and Cost-Efficient Splurging 03:09 - Popular Cosmetic Products and the "Clean Girl" Aesthetic 04:32 - Consumer Preferences for High-Quality Ingredients 06:07 - The Lipstick Index and Economic Indicators 07:33 - The Rise of Celebrity Beauty Brands 10:00 - Upcoming Episodes and Topics Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Join us as we dive into the latest developments in the freight industry. This week, we discuss UPS's strategic moves and the acquisition of Coyote Logistics by RXO. We explore the implications for the brokerage space, technology integration, and the human cost of these changes. Segments: 00:00:14 - 00:01:16: UPS's strategic disinvestment and the challenges of finding a buyer. 00:01:16 - 00:01:58: Industry consolidation and the potential buyers for Coyote Logistics. 00:01:58 - 00:02:14: UPS's return to its core business and the impact on Coyote Logistics. 00:02:14 - 00:03:39: The clash of cultures between UPS and Coyote Logistics and its consequences. 00:03:39 - 00:04:32: Analysts' perspectives and the human cost of the acquisition. 00:04:32 - 00:05:32: Market trends, contract loosening, and the impact on intermodal and rail freight. 00:05:32 - 00:07:16: Driver satisfaction and the changing nature of complaints. 00:07:16 - 00:08:17: The potential for market shocks and their effects on spot and contract markets. 00:08:17 - 00:09:28: The evolving landscape of freight fraud and preventive measures. 00:09:28 - 00:10:13: Upcoming content on FreightWaves and how to stay informed. Don't forget to check out our latest articles and subscribe to our shows at freightwaves.com/loaded-and-rolling. Stay ahead in the freight game with our in-depth analysis and insights! #FreightIndustry #UPS #CoyoteLogistics #ArcBest #FreightConsolidation #MarketTrends #Intermodal #RailFreight #FreightFraud #Freightwaves #LogisticsNews #TransportationTech #IndustryInsights Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Good morning and happy Friday! Welcome to the FreightWaves NOW Community Spotlight. I'm Kaylee Nix, and today, Mary O'Connell joins us to talk about the coolest community in freight and give us highlights from this week's episode of Running on Ice. Timestamps: 00:00 - 00:38: Introduction and summer Fridays 00:38 - 01:43: Interview with Jason Thamm, CEO of New Energy, discussing pharmaceutical expiration dates 01:43 - 02:49: Comparison between food and pharma expiration dates; establishing date codes in the pharma world 02:49 - 04:06: The role of the FDA and the importance of demand planning for vaccines 04:06 - 05:41: Technology in production and manufacturing; managing expiration dates of pharmaceutical ingredients 05:41 - 06:48: Reducing waste in the supply chain; the importance of transportation stability 06:48 - 08:07: Prioritizing stable and protected transport; storage and distribution challenges 08:07 - 09:27: Preventing overstock issues; planning for the unexpected in supply chain 09:27 - 10:08: Organizational training to reduce waste; managing pharmacy inventory efficiently 10:08 - 10:52: Team approach to reducing waste in the supply chain; where to find Running on Ice Watch the full episode of Running on Ice today at 2:00 PM Eastern on YouTube, Apple Podcasts, or Spotify. Subscribe to our newsletter at FreightWaves.com/Running for more updates! Don't forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more content! Thank you for watching, and have a fantastic weekend! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Good Wednesday morning, y'all! Welcome to your FreightWaves Now Community Spotlight. I'm Kaylee Nix, and it's time to hit truck tech running. Today, we've got Alan Adler, our expert on all things tech-related, joining us from America's heartland. Alan recently took a detour to the College World Series in Omaha. Segments: 00:00:14 - 00:00:33: Introduction and welcome. 00:00:33 - 00:01:31: Recap of the College World Series and congratulations to the Tennessee Volunteers. 00:01:31 - 00:03:22: Transition to tech talk, discussing an exciting aftermarket solution for clean fuels. 00:03:22 - 00:03:51: Importance of retrofit solutions in transitioning to cleaner energy. 00:03:51 - 00:05:25: Continued discussion on retrofit solutions and their benefits. 00:05:25 - 00:06:20: Upcoming tech content from the ACT Expo. 00:06:20 - 00:08:37: Preview of this week's newsletter and upcoming tech insights. Don't forget to subscribe to our newsletter at freightwaves.com for the latest tech updates. Thanks for joining us this morning, and we'll catch up with Alan again next week! #TechTalk #CleanEnergy #AftermarketSolutions #FreightTech #CollegeWorldSeries #TennesseeVolunteers #FreightWaves #TruckTech #ACTExpo #CommunitySpotlight Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Good morning and happy Tuesday! Welcome to your FreightWaves NOW Community Spotlight. Today, we are thrilled to be joined by Mary O'Connell, the host and writer of "Check Call." In this episode, Mary dives into the often overlooked but crucial aspect of freight brokerage – back office operations. She discusses her recent conversation with Mitch Mitchell from Tie Software about the importance of investing in back office functions like accounting, operations support, and accounts receivable. Discover why these departments are essential for the smooth running and financial health of any brokerage, and how they can foster better relationships and efficiency between different teams. Mary and Mitch also touch on the common tension between freight brokers and back office staff, emphasizing the need for collaboration and understanding that each team's success is interconnected. Learn how adopting advanced technology, like TMS systems, can streamline processes, enhance visibility, and ultimately contribute to the overall success of a business. Make sure to catch the full episode at 12:30 PM Eastern today on FreightWaves' YouTube channel. Don't miss out on other great content by subscribing and hitting the notification bell. For more updates, subscribe to the "Check Call" newsletter on freightwaves.com/check-call. And if you're thinking about attending F3 in November, subscribing to the newsletter might just come with a surprise! Timestamps: 00:00:14 - Introduction and Welcome 00:00:33 - Conversation with Mitch Mitchell from Tie Software 00:00:54 - Importance of Back Office Operations 00:02:23 - Different Priorities and Tensions between Teams 00:04:32 - Role of Technology in Back Office Efficiency 00:06:04 - Visibility and Payment Processes 00:08:29 - Conclusion and Show Details Subscribe to FreightWaves NOW for more insightful discussions and industry updates! #FreightWavesNOW #FreightBrokerage #BackOfficeOperations #CheckCall #TMS #Logistics #SupplyChain #Technology #FreightWaves #CommunitySpotlight #Finance #Accounting #OperationsSupport #Visibility #PaymentProcessing #F3 Subscribe to the Check Call newsletter: freightwaves.com/check-call Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices