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FreightWaves
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.
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Jun 11, 2024 • 29min
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 PodcastOther FreightWaves Shows Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

May 28, 2024 • 24min
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 PodcastOther FreightWaves Shows Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

May 21, 2024 • 26min
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 PodcastOther FreightWaves Shows Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

May 14, 2024 • 25min
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 PodcastOther FreightWaves Shows Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

May 7, 2024 • 27min
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 PodcastOther FreightWaves Shows Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Apr 30, 2024 • 31min
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 PodcastOther FreightWaves Shows Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Apr 24, 2024 • 22min
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 PodcastOther FreightWaves Shows Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Apr 16, 2024 • 27min
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 PodcastOther FreightWaves Shows Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Apr 9, 2024 • 24min
Go South of the border with Arrive
In this episode, we dive into the new office and cross border operations for Arrive Logistics Mexico office. Our guest, Jess Billedo, general manager, mexico for Arrive Logistics breaks down the move to Mexico and what the future of cross border looks like. For more information subscribe to Check Call the newsletter or the podcast.Follow the Check Call PodcastOther FreightWaves Shows Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Apr 2, 2024 • 28min
Ware2e-commerce
Steve Denton, CEO at Ware2Go, discusses the Amazon Seller Fulfilled Prime program, managing revenue streams for shippers, and inventory and demand planning. Topics include e-commerce success through inventory management, growth challenges with major retailers, expiry dates in e-commerce sales channels, and a fun exploration of a time travel superpower.