Brian Rafferty, Director of Brokerage at Capacity & Service Solutions sits down with FreightWaves’ Mary O’Connell to break down what the future looks like for 3PLs in 2024 and the importance of planning for the unexpected.Brian Rafferty - Director of Brokerage - Capacity & Service Solutions Inc.Mary O'Connell - Freight Broker/3PL Expert - FreightWaves Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Making metal move with Turvo. How Technology helps with inventory, logistics, and ultimately profits while amplifying customer experience.Kyle Wegman - Vice President of Product - TurvoThomas Wasson - Enterprise Trucking Carrier Expert - FreightWaves Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Anthony Smith and Henrik Bergsager dive into the future of warehousing and how AI will level the playing field for small and medium players.Henrik Bergsager - Chief Revenue Officer - Powerhouse AIAnthony Smith - Chief Economist - FreightWaves Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Kaylee Nix talks to Anoop Mohandas from Crowley about the role AI will play in supply chain as the technology continues to develop.Anoop Mohandas - Product Manager - Crowley MaritimeKaylee Nix - Reporter - FreightWaves Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this fireside chat Brent Hutto, Chief Relationship Officer with Truckstop joins us to talk about freight market conditions, state of capacity, and what issues are impacting the marketplace moving into 2024.Brent Hutto - Chief Relationship Officer - Truckstop.comThomas Wasson - Enterprise Trucking Carrier Expert - FreightWaves Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Antwan Banks, NMFTA's Director of Enterprise Security, highlights the evolving cyber threat landscape in the supply chain industry, identifying vulnerabilities and discussing reasons for increased susceptibility. The chat emphasizes NMFTA's ongoing initiatives to bolster cybersecurity, concluding with practical guidance for supply chain participants and the organization's resources for informed decision-making.Antwan Banks - Director of Enterprise Security - National Motor Freight Traffic AssociationGrace Sharkey - Staff Writer - FreightWaves Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Walter (Mitch) Mitchell, CEO at Tai Software sits down with FreightWaves’ Mary O’Connell to answer the ultimate question: “Build or buy a TMS?” Mitch breaks down the pros and cons of each side and factors that are crucial to knowing what the right answer should be.Walter Mitchell - CEO - Tai SoftwareMary O'Connell - Freight Broker/3PL Expert - FreightWaves Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Summary Join us for a riveting keynote at the Domestic Supply Chain Summit where Thomas Wasson interviews Jared Weisfeld, the Chief Strategy Officer at RXO. They delve into the future of the supply chain industry, discussing the outlook for 2024, inventory positions, consumer health, capacity exits, the shift from goods to services, nearshoring trends, and the significance of strategic planning and execution in the industry. Key Highlights - Inventory positions for retail and e-commerce customers, a concern in 2023, have shown improvement as we head into 2024.- The health of consumers and the shift in the mix between goods and services were significant factors impacting the supply chain in 2023.- The rate of carrier attrition and capacity exits continue to be critical considerations for the freight economy.- Nearshoring is emerging as a long-term trend with potential positive impacts on the US freight economy.- Investments in technology and fostering strong customer relationships are pivotal strategies for success in the supply chain industry.- Leading indicators such as load-to-truck ratios, tender rejection rates, and carrier capacity exits are key to predicting market trends. Guests Jared Weisfeld serves as the Chief Strategy Officer at RXO. With a rich background in the technology sector, Jared joined the company in 2023. He is responsible for steering the strategic direction of the company and has played a crucial role in harnessing technology to enhance operations. Resources - rxo.com Action Steps - Stay informed about the state of the supply chain by monitoring inventory positions and consumer health.- Evaluate the potential benefits of nearshoring for your business and explore growth opportunities in this area.- Invest in technology to boost efficiency and service in the supply chain industry.- Maintain robust relationships with customers and adapt to their evolving needs.- Keep an eye on leading indicators such as load-to-truck ratios, tender rejection rates, and carrier capacity exits to anticipate market trends. Listener Challenge Seize the opportunity to strategically invest in your business and deepen your connection with customers during market downturns. Next Steps To learn more about RXO and how they can bolster your business in the supply chain industry, visit rxo.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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