The Logistics of Logistics The Grocery & Produce Supply Chain with John Gillespie
John Gillespie and Joe Lynch discuss the grocery & produce supply chain. John is the Chief Technology Officer at MegaCorp Logistics, an award-winning logistics firm with remarkable growth based on their superior service.
About John GillespieAs an Information Technology Senior professional with over 15 years of experience, he has worked in a variety of industries including healthcare, banking and logistics. Starting in 2008, John was in the healthcare industry providing network and security support. In 2014, John moved into the banking industry and focused on information security, data center management and Enterprise Architecture. In 2020, John returned to the Logistics industry creating an effective IT department at MegaCorp streamlining processes and moving to 100% cloud platform for freight management.
About MegaCorp LogisticsFor nearly a decade, MegaCorp Logistics has reigned supreme as a top US freight leader, consistently recognized by Transport Topics for its excellence. Catering to diverse clients, from Fortune 500 titans to small enterprises, MegaCorp thrives on being a trusted, reliable partner. Led by Ryan Legg's 35+ years of expertise, the company fosters a culture of innovation, aiming to become the premier long-term partner for both customers and carriers. Offering FTL, LTL, and intermodal solutions, MegaCorp boasts a vast network of vetted carriers across North America, ensuring efficient deliveries. Their success stems from dedicated employees and partners, creating a performance-driven environment exceeding customer expectations. Unwavering in the face of evolving supply chain challenges, MegaCorp prioritizes innovation, quality, reliability, and understanding each client's specific needs. This commitment solidifies their position as a dependable partner in today's complex logistics landscape.
Key Takeaways: The Grocery & Produce Supply Chain- John Gillespie and Joe Lynch discuss some of the unique logistics challenges posed by the grocery & produce supply chain including:
- Multi-pick and multi-stop shipments
- Cold chain monitoring
- Federal regulations including USDA and FSMA
- Grocery & produce are perishable
- Hard to predict shipping because of weather and harvest variability
- Seasonal nature of the freight makes capacity planning difficult
- MegaCorp Logistics specializes in grocery & produce transportation so they understand how to manage the unique challenges of grocery & produce shipping.
- MegaCorp Logistics is an award-winning logistics firm that is recognized for superior service and growth. MegaCorp customers enjoy the following benefits:
- National reach: Operates across the continental US and Canada, with offices in multiple locations.
- Focus on partnerships: Committed to building long-term, strategic relationships with customers.
- Full-service provider: Handles full truckload (FTL), less than truckload (LTL), and intermodal logistics.
- Carrier network: Maintains a network of vetted and certified transportation partners.
- Innovation focus: Continuously seeks ways to improve efficiency and reliability.
- Dedicated team: Emphasizes employee satisfaction and performance-driven culture.
- MegaCorp is also recognized as a top workplace with low employee turnover.
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