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Today I’m joined by Boardwalktech, a super exciting and innovative developer of transformational enterprise information management technology solutions. Their solutions enable better visibility, collaboration, alignment, and compliance capabilities for your extended value chain so you can make more insightful and actionable decisions, faster. Boardwalktech were the first to develop a now patented positional data management technology. And they were also the first to deliver a Digital Ledger database designed for collaborative, secure, and compliant multi-party enterprise applications — both disruptive offerings in the market. Today Andrew Duncan, president and CEO at Boardwalktech, joins me to chat all about the company: what they do; using digital to transform supply chain; combining legacy systems with new technologies; and the power of innovation.   IN THIS EPISODE WE DISCUSS:   [05.43] An introduction to Andrew, his Silicon Valley background and how he came to join Boardwalktech. “Living in Silicon Valle

In today’s episode of Women In Supply Chain, I’m joined by Joanna MacDonald: entrepreneur; fashion designer; communications and training specialist; and philanthropist. After working in film administration and corporate HR, Joanna discovered a passion, and talent, for fashion design. And, after completing several short courses with London College of Fashion and the University of the Arts, London, Joanna went on to found her own luxury responsible accessory brand, Piper and Skye, where she is creative director. Joanna is also an advisor for fashion tech brand Runway Buy, and founder of non-profit organization Safe Transitions. Today Joanna will be talking to us about her career so far; her passion for sustainability; the importance of transparent supply chains; and she’ll be sharing her experiences as a woman in the industry, and her words of advice for all of the women following in her footsteps.   SHOW SPONSOR:   This Women in Supply Chain feature was made possible by our sponsor, Emerge. As a company focuse

Here we are, at the end of another year – and wow, what a year it has been. There is a lot to unpack, so in this end of year special, I’m joined by Eric Johnson - journalist, logistics tech expert and friend - to discuss some of the events of the year. We talk about disruption and the major challenges within the shipping industry; we reflect on key and emerging trends; and look forward to what might be to come in 2022.   IN THIS EPISODE WE DISCUSS:   [05.47] An introduction to Eric Johnson. [07.07] Reflections on COVID during 2021. “It’s the uneven nature of COVID, it impacts our industry a lot – what happens in one region has a knock-on effect in another.” New complications, such as lockdowns, the Delta variant and issues with vaccinations Acceptance of the ‘new normal’ Adaptation and finding a ‘working with COVID’ way of thinking What we’ve learned “We’re even more adaptable and resilient than we ever thought.” [16.22] The boom in ecommerce. Consumer buying habits Demand and customer expectations Mar

Today I’m joined by Serai, an online B2B platform with a mission to simplify global trade. Founded by HSBC and based in Hong Kong, Serai has the strength of a global bank and the agility of a start-up. Serai’s mission is to simplify global trade: by helping companies of all sizes connect, build trust and trade; and by empowering them with tools and information to understand their supply chains and manage their risks. Serai want to create new solutions to shape the entire future of international trade, beginning with the apparel industry. Today Lindsey Hermes, Head of Enterprise Solutions at Serai, joins me to chat all about the company: what they do; the importance of collaboration and visibility; and the simplified future of global trade.   IN THIS EPISODE WE DISCUSS:   [06.42] Lindsey’s career journey, and how she came to join Serai. [08.53] All about Serai – what they do, and how they help their customers. [09.57] The importance of collaboration, the Serai ethos, and how that leads to real diversity within

It’s episode 15 of Blended: I’m joined by another incredible panel of guests and we’re talking about ageism. When it comes to the spectrum of topics in the DEI world, it’s not the most talked about, so it’s important to open it up, hear what others have to say and learn something new. And that’s exactly why we do the show: diving into other people’s experiences, leaning into empathy, engaging with new points of view – it’s what opens up our minds and makes us all better employees, leaders, entrepreneurs, and people. Today we’ll be diving into our guests personal experiences with ageism; why ageism isn’t just an issue for the old; ageism’s place within the larger context of DEI discussions; and the panel will be sharing their advice for creating more inclusive workplaces.   IN THIS EPISODE WE DISCUSS:   [0.32] Introductions to our Blended panellists. Lisa – Supply Chain Manager at Rapala VMC Corporation Lavinia – Founder and Host of Women in Blockchain Talks Brendan – Founder and CEO at AccidentPlan Leona – C

Today I’m joined by FourKites, a market-leading next-generation real-time transportation visibility platform for logistics and supply chain. FourKites is the world's fastest-growing predictive supply chain platform, delivering real-time visibility and execution for Fortune 500 companies and third-party logistics firms across 70 countries. Using a proprietary algorithm to calculate shipment arrival times, FourKites enables customers to lower operating costs, improve on-time performance, and strengthen end-customer relationships. With a network of more than four million GPS/ELD devices, FourKites covers all modes including ocean, rail, parcel and over-the-road. Today Chris Brumett, Vice President of Facility & IoT Solutions, and Courtland Halbrook, Director of Product Management at FourKites, join me to chat all about the company: what they do; their Dynamic Yard management solution; the importance of collaboration and visibility in supply chain; and why we all need to be committing to sustainability.   IN

In today’s episode of Women In Supply Chain, I’m joined by Anne Robinson: Chief Strategy Officer; proven leader in analytics, supply chain, and digital transformation; and the 19th president of INFORMS. Anne is a supply chain strategy expert who, over the course of her career, has worked at major names like Cisco and Verizon. As well as currently serving as the chief strategy officer at Kinaxis, Anne is also a mentor at Creative Destruction Lab, a non-profit organization that delivers an objectives-based program for scalable, seed-stage, science- and technology-based companies. Today Anne will be talking to us about her career so far; her passion for supply chain; the power of mentors; and she’ll be sharing her experiences as a woman in the industry, and her words of advice for all of the women following in her footsteps.   SHOW SPONSOR:   Apex Logistics are proud to sponsor Let’s Talk Supply Chain’s Women in Supply Chain podcast and blog series. Our leadership team actively works to empower an industry as di

Today I'm joined by C3 Solutions, a global leader specializing in powerful yard management and software solutions.

Today I’m joined by Shifl, a dynamic software company who are reimagining freight forwarding, by bringing you one piece of software that coordinates your entire global supply chain. Shifl is dedicated to bringing an outdated industry into the 21st century, with its one-stop platform designed to bring efficiency, creativity and connectivity to shipping. Founded in 2019, Shifl already has offices in China, India, the Philippines, Vietnam, Bangladesh and Georgia. Today Shabsie Levy, founder and CEO at Shifl, joins me to chat all about the company: what they do; the importance of collaboration and visibility in supply chain; and the future of freight forwarding.   IN THIS EPISODE WE DISCUSS:   [07.13] The journey that led Shabsie to found Shifl in 2019. “I was really into programming and software… and so, with my eyes, looking at the industry the way it was, every step of the way I was able to see an opportunity.” [09.25] A closer look at the Shifl platform – what it does and how it helps its customers. “We st

Today’s episode is a little different to usual. Instead of putting the spotlight onto an industry brand, I’m joined by special guest Brian Glick, founder and CEO at Chain.io and good friend, to talk about a timely topic in supply chain. We talk all about what to do when times get tough in supply chain, just like they are right now! We discuss the importance of data; the power of collaboration; and why you should be putting more focus on sustainability in your business. Plus, Brian shares his insights on getting back to basics, refocusing on process and remembering that being good at execution is a core competence that can set you apart from the competition.   IN THIS EPISODE WE DISCUSS: [07.04] Reflections on 2021. “We’ve all learned that there are no simple solutions to singular problems in supply chain.” [11.00] Despite disruption, why now is the right time to get back to basics with our businesses. “You can’t sprint a marathon, and you can only sustain the bad or broken business processes for so long be

Today I’m joined by Caleb Nelson a leader at Sifted, a leading software platform that is using logistics intelligence to bring your business data-powered insights – so you can make smarter shipping decisions. Sifted is the number one logistics data-science platform that empowers shippers to make smart, data-powered business decisions, and ultimately save money. Originally founded in 2005, Sifted merged with VeriShip in 2020, and the combination created a new model for managing transportation spend — one that brings together the power of self-service technology and transportation data science to help shippers navigate an increasingly complex shipping environment.   IN THIS EPISODE WE DISCUSS: [06.25] An overview of what Sifted does, and how it helps its customers. “It’s a very cool model, and it’s unique… shippers are looking for ways to be more nimble and make smarter decisions.” [08.07] An explanation of Logistics Intelligence and the role it plays in the Sifted platform. “Shippers are overwhelmed with da

Today I’m joined by Logixboard, your one-stop customer engagement platform that helps your customers be more efficient and have more visibility into their processes. Julian Alvarez, Chief Executive Officer at Logixboard, joins me to chat all about the company: what they do; their passion for their customers, for industry trends and the latest tech; and the current challenges in supply chain.   IN THIS EPISODE WE DISCUSS: [05.55] Julian's entrepreneurial journey. [09.45] An overview of what Logixboard does and how it helps its customers. “We are a white-labeled shipping visibility software.” [13.29] A closer at look at Logixboard's platform, and the challenges it helps to solve for customers. “We're really trying to provide them that track-and-trace and visibility data... How do we help tell this entire story of the lifecyle of shipment?" [22.38] Julian and Logixboard's approach to mindset. “Having a mindset that data is an asset is ultra critical.” [33.23] Logixboard's ideal customer. [35.28] A case stu

In today’s episode of Women In Supply Chain, I’m joined by Donna Wilczek: innovator, business leader, tech strategist and inventor. Donna is a SaaS technology executive who, over the course of her 20 year career, has worked at major names like IBM and Accenture. As well as currently serving as the senior vice president of product strategy and innovation at Coupa Software and on the board of Optimizely, a digital experience platform, Donna is also an inventor and technology innovator. Today Donna will be talking to us about her career so far; her passion for tech; her innovative spirit and talent for invention; and she’ll be sharing her experiences as a woman in the industry, and her words of advice for all of the women following in her footsteps.   SHOW SPONSOR: Apex Logistics are proud to sponsor Let’s Talk Supply Chain’s Women in Supply Chain podcast and blog series. Our leadership team actively works to empower an industry as diverse as our workforce with a focus on inclusion, and we’re passionate about pr

Today I’m joined by Logixboard, an exciting software company who are helping freight forwarders to deliver unparalleled customer experience, by combining logistics expertise and personalized service with a powerful digital platform. Logixboard is a one-stop customer engagement platform for freight forwarders that helps their customers be more efficient and have more visibility into their processes. With a focus on simplifying logistics and delivering unrivalled customer experience, Logixboard can help you to boost customer retention, supercharge your sales team, scale your operations and confidently compete in a busy market. Today Julian Alvarez, co-founder and CEO at Logixboard, joins me to chat all about the company: what they do; their dedication to customer experience; and the challenges facing the shipping industry right now.   IN THIS EPISODE WE DISCUSS:   [05.30] Julian’s entrepreneurial journey and how he came to co-found Logixboard. “We fell deeply in love with the industry and the opportunity for i

Today I’m joined by pioneering software company ToolsGroup, the innovators of service-driven supply chain planning software for companies that face high demand volatility, along with distribution and product line complexity. For more than two decades, ToolsGroup has been helping companies around the globe achieve the highest service levels in their industries while streamlining inventory and logistics costs. Their flagship software, SO99+, automates and optimizes supply chain planning tasks including demand forecasting and sensing, multi-echelon inventory optimization, replenishment and S&OP to meet target service levels. Today David Barton, General Manager for the Americas at ToolsGroup, joins me to chat all about the company: what they do; how their service-driven approach sets them apart; and exactly how we get our businesses ready for anything.   IN THIS EPISODE WE DISCUSS: [07.26] The incredible history, dating back to the ’70s, that led founders Joseph and Eugenio to establish ToolsGroup. “They dis

Today I’m joined by Quickbase, a company who are on a mission to unleash the creativity and problem-solving power of everyone in your business, so you can innovate every day. Quickbase is an application development platform that unites business and IT teams by enabling problem solvers of any technical background to work together to safely, securely and sustainably to create an ecosystem of applications. Quickbase helps businesses accelerate the continuous innovation of unique processes by enabling citizen development at scale across one common platform. Today Peter Rifken, Principal Solutions Consultant at Quickbase, joins me to chat all about the company: what they do; the importance of operational agility; and the power to be found in unlocking the potential of your people.   IN THIS EPISODE WE DISCUSS: [06.02] An introduction to Quickbase. “Our goal, at the highest level, is to help our customers achieve operational agility.” [08.13] An explanation of the terms no-code, low-code and citizen development.

 In today’s episode of Women In Supply Chain, I’m joined by Tara St James: a fashion designer, sustainable design strategist and responsible supply chain consultant all rolled into one. Tara has spent the last 20 years designing and producing collections for both men and women; and she’s overseen development, production and design procedures at factories across the globe. This extensive experience in product development, sourcing, textile research and development, led her to dive deeper into sustainability and supply chain, and she’s never looked back. Tara established her own sustainable womenswear brand in 2009, successfully running it for over 11 years, and went on to found Re:Source(d), a consultancy and education platform looking to demystify the world of sustainable fashion and textile sourcing. She’s an instructor at the Fashion Institute of Technology, as well as holding leadership roles at a sustainable fashion brand and fashion collaboration platform. Today Tara will be talking to us about her care

Today I’m joined by Vizion, an exciting supply chain and logistics tech company that offers API's and tools to help businesses integrate quality ocean freight tracking data from almost any carrier in a single, easy to use structure. Founded in 2018, Vizion provides the technology and data needed to build and deliver end-to-end logistics visibility for shippers, forwarders and software developers. Combining simple APIs for tracking international ocean freight with a global web of carrier connections, the Vizion platform provides you with the data you need to optimize the quality and cost of your visibility. Today Kyle Henderson, CEO & Co-Founder at Vizion, joins me to chat all about the company: what they do; how their real-time technology successfully pulls together shippers and forwarders; and the future of visibility.   IN THIS EPISODE WE DISCUSS: [07.21] Kyle’s background, and the entrepreneurial spirit that led him to be a part of nine tech start-ups before eventually founding Vizion. “I really doubl

Today I’m joined by Notably, a modern PR agency that’s on a mission to help leaders take their companies to the next level. Notably is a PR agency for high-growth companies that want to scale quickly, raise serious capital, be acquired or go public. Combining traditional public relations with digital marketing and creative services, Notably’s senior-level team takes pride in taking both B2C and B2B brands from unknown to notable. Today Carin Warner, co-founder at Notably, joins me to chat all about the company: what they do and the different ways they can help your brand; as well as her longstanding career in PR, what’s changed over the years and what the future might bring when it comes to making your business stand out from the crowd.   IN THIS EPISODE WE DISCUSS: [05.32] Carin’s career in PR, and the journey that led her to co-found Notably. “I love to think about how to help companies succeed – and that really was the vision behind Notably.” [08.17] What Notably do and how they help their customers “We

Today I’m joined by Transmetrics, a leading tech company that optimizes logistics planning and asset management by leveraging the power of predictive analytics and artificial intelligence. Transmetrics is a state-of-the-art AI platform developed exclusively for logistics. Established in Bulgaria in 2013, Transmetrics’ unrivaled technology uses a unique approach for analyzing, modeling and predicting transport flows with very high accuracy. Combining the technical knowledge of big data and predictive analytics with hands-on expertise in transport and logistics, Transmetrics’ solutions have brought significant benefits to top-tier logistics companies worldwide. Today Marc Meyer, Chief Commercial Officer at Transmetrics, joins me to chat all about the company; what they do; the challenges that the logistics industry is facing right now; and the role data, AI and tech innovation will play in the coming years.   IN THIS EPISODE WE DISCUSS: [05.47] How and why Transmetrics was founded. “In most of the companies th