Cyber Threats and Solutions in the Supply Chain with Joe Ohr

Aug 28, 2024

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Summary: Cyber Threats and Solutions in the Supply Chain

Joe Ohr and Joe Lynch discuss cyber threats and solutions in the supply chain. Joe Ohr is the Chief Operating Officer at The National Motor Freight Traffic Association (NMFTA), a nonprofit membership organization that represents the interests of less-than-truckload (LTL) carriers. Joe and Joe discuss the critical role of cybersecurity in the supply chain, transportation, and logistics space. In our digital era, cyber threats like ransomware from organized, state-sponsored groups pose significant risks to global supply chains. With extensive connectivity across multi-tier supplier networks, stringent authentication, encryption, and zero-trust models are crucial for secure data sharing and mitigating vulnerabilities. The rise of cargo theft through cybersecurity loopholes demands robust countermeasures like two-factor authentication and restricted access controls. As cybersecurity becomes a necessity for critical industries, we explore strategies, predictions, API security, and securing legacy maintenance software. This information offers valuable insights for cybersecurity professionals. The NMFTA Cybersecurity Conference, happening October 27-29, 2024, is the premier event for trucking and supply chain cybersecurity professionals. Join industry leaders to discuss and learn about the latest threats, solutions, and best practices to protect North America's vital supply chain.

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About Joe Ohr

Joe Ohr has more than two decades of experience in technical operations, customer success management, IT, customer support, and product support. Currently serving as the Chief Operating Officer for the National Motor Freight Traffic Association, Inc. (NMFTA)™, he plays a pivotal role in helping to advance the industry through digitization, classification, and cybersecurity. Prior to Ohr’s role at NMFTA, he served as in numerous IT, engineering and operations positions at Qualcomm and Eaton, and most recently held the position of Senior Vice President of Operations/Customer Experience at Omnitracs. Throughout his career, Ohr has provided strategic guidance, vision, and a roadmap for addressing long-term customer challenges. He has played a key role in accelerating revenue growth and has collaborated closely with IT, product, and engineering teams to foster stronger partnerships with strategic customers and peers. Additionally, Ohr has overseen post sales customer support and service teams, as well as operations, managing a workforce of over 400 individuals. He holds multiple certifications such as CCNA from Cisco and MCSE from Microsoft and earned his Bachelor of Science in Education from the Ohio State University. Due to his contributions to the industry, he earned a spot in the Inner Circle in 2015 and 2018 from Qualcomm and Omnitracs.

About NMFTA

The National Motor Freight Traffic Association, Inc. (NMFTA™) is a non-profit membership organization headquartered in Alexandria, Virginia. It is the world’s leading organization representing the interests of less-than-truckload (LTL) carriers. The association’s membership is comprised of motor carriers operating in interstate, intrastate, and foreign commerce. NMFTA provides critical services to the industry in the form of classification standards, identification codes, digital operation standards, and support for cybersecurity within the industry.

Key Takeaways: Cyber Threats and Solutions in the Supply Chain

Insights into cyber threats and solutions in the supply chain industry
NMFTA's role in promoting and advancing trucking through research, education, and lobbying
Cybersecurity leader Joe Ohr's journey from teaching to IT and nonprofit cybersecurity
Ransomware as a major cyber threat in transportation and logistics
Increasing cybersecurity risks in global supply chains due to API connectivity
Cargo theft risks through cybersecurity loopholes and mitigation strategies
Cybersecurity becoming mandatory, with companies facing compliance challenges

Timestamps

(00:00:02) Cyber Threats and Solutions in Supply Chain

(00:06:41) Continuing Business Operations After Cyber Attack

(00:10:39) Joe Ohr's Background and Career Path

(00:15:56) Ransomware Risks and Compliance Concerns

(00:20:15) API Security and Deployment Challenges

(00:24:51) Offshoring Considerations and Trimble Insight Conference

(00:27:45) Cargo Theft and Cybersecurity Connections

(00:33:40) NMFTA Cybersecurity Conference Overview

(00:40:53) Data Sharing Concerns and Supply Chain Impacts

(00:43:02) Compliance Mandates and Industry Expectations

(00:46:38) Trimble Sponsorship and Conference Details