Inbound Logistics Podcast

Since 1981, Inbound Logistics magazine has been talking about the benefits of controlling the inbound flow of goods to reduce inventory and speed product to serve customers faster and better. Result? An overall business philosophy making enterprises more efficient. Now in 2025 there's a new impediment to that approach - increased US tariffs. Inbound Logistics magazine takes a look at increased tariffs and what that means. This is an Inbound Logistics Education Series look at the processes, benefits, and challenges of inbound logistics presented by Inbound Logistics Magazine and Voiced by IL AI Audio©. Join the conversation and learn more here: https://www.inboundlogistics.com/ DO YOU WANT TO RESPOND TO THIS EPISODE? Call our Dialog Line: 212-629-1567 DOWNLOAD THE NEW INBOUND LOGISTICS APP featuring the updated and expanded Logistics Planner! Available on iTunes and the Google Play Store: bit.ly/ILMagApp  bit.ly/ILMagAppGoogle Are you a #logistics Thought Leader that would like to be featured on the Inbound L

Sustainability continues to be a goal for the supply chain industry to benefit both businesses and the world they inhabit. One effort to help achieve that goal is sustainable aviation fuel. But what is it exactly and how can companies leverage it to reduce emissions across their supply chain? Leendert Van Delft of DHL Express joins us to  share his insights into the sustainable aviation fuel movement. For more information: https://www.dhl.com/us-en/home/innovation-in-logistics/logistics-trend-radar/sustainable-fuels.html DO YOU WANT TO RESPOND TO THIS EPISODE? Call our Dialog Line: 888-878-3247 DOWNLOAD THE NEW INBOUND LOGISTICS APP featuring the updated and expanded Logistics Planner! Available on iTunes and the Google Play Store: bit.ly/ILMagApp  bit.ly/ILMagAppGoogle Are you a #logistics Thought Leader that would like to be featured on the Inbound Logistics Podcast?  Connect with me on X:  @ILMagPodcast   Email me: podcast@inboundlogistics.com   Connect with Inbound Logistics Magazine on LinkedIn: https:/

As part of its longstanding commitment to logistics and supply chain education for both enterprises and students, Inbound Logistics is debuting its new IL Education Series. This informative content, voiced by IL AI Audio, helps practitioners better understand key concepts and trending topics in supply chain management and sharpen their knowledge of all things logistics. In this latest installment, we break down Cold Storage. Join the conversation and learn more here: https://www.inboundlogistics.com/articles/best-practices-for-effective-cold-storage-management-2/ DO YOU WANT TO RESPOND TO THIS EPISODE? Call our Dialog Line: 212-629-1567 DOWNLOAD THE NEW INBOUND LOGISTICS APP featuring the updated and expanded Logistics Planner! Available on iTunes and the Google Play Store: bit.ly/ILMagApp  bit.ly/ILMagAppGoogle Are you a #logistics Thought Leader that would like to be featured on the Inbound Logistics Podcast?  Connect with me on X:  @ILMagPodcast   Email me: podcast@inboundlogistics.com   Connect with Inbo

SPECIAL INBOUND LOGISTICS VIDEO PODCAST SERIES: Inbound Logistics and Xometry are focusing on the impact of ongoing disruptions across supply chain and manufacturing sectors and how businesses adapt and evolve to meet those challenges. Special guests are Mike Short, President of Global Forwarding at CH Robinson and Jeff Ackel, CEO of Sigma Thermal. See the full video here: https://www.inboundlogistics.com/video-podcasts/ FOR MORE INFORMATION: C.H. Robinson: https://www.chrobinson.com/en-us/ Sigma Thermal: https://www.sigmathermal.com/ DO YOU WANT TO RESPOND TO THIS EPISODE? Call our Dialog Line: 888-878-3247 DOWNLOAD THE NEW INBOUND LOGISTICS APP featuring the updated and expanded Logistics Planner! Available on iTunes and the Google Play Store: bit.ly/ILMagApp  bit.ly/ILMagAppGoogle Are you a #logistics Thought Leader that would like to be featured on the Inbound Logistics Podcast?  Connect with me on Twitter:  @ILMagPodcast   Email me: podcast@inboundlogistics.com   Connect with Inbound Logistics Magazin

Setting up supply chain operations in Mexico has challenges ranging from customs to climate but with the benefits of a shorter supply chain, a growing infrastructure, and talented labor, is it ultimately worth the effort? Troy Ryley, President of Echo Mexico, goes into the many benefits of nearshoring as well as the importance of working with the right partner to navigate the often complex and potentially rewarding supply chain scenarios. For more information: https://www.echo.com/shippers/freight-brokerage-services/mexico-cross-border/ DO YOU WANT TO RESPOND TO THIS EPISODE? Call our Dialog Line: 888-878-3247 DOWNLOAD THE NEW INBOUND LOGISTICS APP featuring the updated and expanded Logistics Planner! Available on iTunes and the Google Play Store: bit.ly/ILMagApp  bit.ly/ILMagAppGoogle Are you a #logistics Thought Leader that would like to be featured on the Inbound Logistics Podcast?  Connect with me on X:  @ILMagPodcast   Email me: podcast@inboundlogistics.com   Connect with Inbound Logistics Magazine on L

As part of its longstanding commitment to logistics and supply chain education for both enterprises and students, Inbound Logistics is debuting its new IL Education Series. This informative content, voiced by IL AI Audio, helps practitioners better understand key concepts and trending topics in supply chain management and sharpen their knowledge of all things logistics. In this latest installment, we break down Sustainable Supply Chains. Join the conversation and learn more here: https://www.inboundlogistics.com/articles/sustainable-supply-chain/ DO YOU WANT TO RESPOND TO THIS EPISODE? Call our Dialog Line: 212-629-1567 DOWNLOAD THE NEW INBOUND LOGISTICS APP featuring the updated and expanded Logistics Planner! Available on iTunes and the Google Play Store: bit.ly/ILMagApp  bit.ly/ILMagAppGoogle Are you a #logistics Thought Leader that would like to be featured on the Inbound Logistics Podcast?  Connect with me on X:  @ILMagPodcast   Email me: podcast@inboundlogistics.com   Connect with Inbound Logistics Mag

As part of its longstanding commitment to logistics and supply chain education for both enterprises and students, Inbound Logistics is debuting its new IL Education Series. This informative content, voiced by IL AI Audio, helps practitioners better understand key concepts and trending topics in supply chain management and sharpen their knowledge of all things logistics. In this latest installment, we break down Virtual Warehousing. Join the conversation and learn more here: https://www.inboundlogistics.com/articles/virtual-warehousing/ DO YOU WANT TO RESPOND TO THIS EPISODE? Call our Dialog Line: 212-629-1567 DOWNLOAD THE NEW INBOUND LOGISTICS APP featuring the updated and expanded Logistics Planner! Available on iTunes and the Google Play Store: bit.ly/ILMagApp  bit.ly/ILMagAppGoogle Are you a #logistics Thought Leader that would like to be featured on the Inbound Logistics Podcast?  Connect with me on X:  @ILMagPodcast   Email me: podcast@inboundlogistics.com   Connect with Inbound Logistics Magazine on Lin

SPECIAL INBOUND LOGISTICS VIDEO PODCAST SERIES: Inbound Logistics is focusing on the trends, benefits, and challenges that come with autonomous solutions in logistics. Joining us is DAVID GRIFFIN, Chief Sales Officer for SEEGRID. See the full video here: https://www.inboundlogistics.com/video-podcasts/ FOR MORE INFORMATION: Seegrid: https://seegrid.com/ DO YOU WANT TO RESPOND TO THIS EPISODE? Call our Dialog Line: 888-878-3247 DOWNLOAD THE NEW INBOUND LOGISTICS APP featuring the updated and expanded Logistics Planner! Available on iTunes and the Google Play Store: bit.ly/ILMagApp  bit.ly/ILMagAppGoogle Are you a #logistics Thought Leader that would like to be featured on the Inbound Logistics Podcast?  Connect with me on Twitter:  @ILMagPodcast   Email me: podcast@inboundlogistics.com   Connect with Inbound Logistics Magazine on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/inbound-logistics Follow us on Twitter: www.twitter.com/ILMagazine Like us on Facebook: www.facebook.com/InboundLogistics Catch our latest v

What is "inbound logistics"? This is an Inbound Logistics Education Series look at the processes, benefits, and challenges of inbound logistics presented by Inbound Logistics Magazine and Voiced by IL AI Audio©. Join the conversation and learn more here: https://www.inboundlogistics.com/articles/what-is-inbound-logistics/ DO YOU WANT TO RESPOND TO THIS EPISODE? Call our Dialog Line: 212-629-1567 DOWNLOAD THE NEW INBOUND LOGISTICS APP featuring the updated and expanded Logistics Planner! Available on iTunes and the Google Play Store: bit.ly/ILMagApp  bit.ly/ILMagAppGoogle Are you a #logistics Thought Leader that would like to be featured on the Inbound Logistics Podcast?  Connect with me on X:  @ILMagPodcast   Email me: podcast@inboundlogistics.com   Connect with Inbound Logistics Magazine on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/inbound-logistics Follow us on Twitter: www.twitter.com/ILMagazine Like us on Facebook: www.facebook.com/InboundLogistics Catch our latest videos on YouTube: www.youtube.com/inb

AI has real potential in the supply chain industry, but is that potential being fully realized? The challenges and opportunities represented by AI rely on finding the right balance between practical applications and strategic human management of AI tools. How can logistics leaders combat the skepticism and establish trust in AI’s potential? Michael Irwin of Odyssey Logistics joins us to share his insights on the continued evolution of AI in the supply chain. For more information: https://www.odysseylogistics.com/why-odyssey/resources/ai-meets-critical-intelligence/ https://www.odysseylogistics.com/   DO YOU WANT TO RESPOND TO THIS EPISODE? Call our Dialog Line: 888-878-3247 DOWNLOAD THE NEW INBOUND LOGISTICS APP featuring the updated and expanded Logistics Planner! Available on iTunes and the Google Play Store: bit.ly/ILMagApp  bit.ly/ILMagAppGoogle Are you a #logistics Thought Leader that would like to be featured on the Inbound Logistics Podcast?  Connect with me on X:  @ILMagPodcast   Email me: podcast@in

This is a special deep-dive into Warehouse Management Systems presented by Inbound Logistics and Voiced by IL AI Audio©. DO YOU WANT TO RESPOND TO THIS EPISODE? Call our Dialog Line: 888-878-3247 DOWNLOAD THE NEW INBOUND LOGISTICS APP featuring the updated and expanded Logistics Planner! Available on iTunes and the Google Play Store: bit.ly/ILMagApp  bit.ly/ILMagAppGoogle Are you a #logistics Thought Leader that would like to be featured on the Inbound Logistics Podcast?  Connect with me on X:  @ILMagPodcast   Email me: podcast@inboundlogistics.com   Connect with Inbound Logistics Magazine on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/inbound-logistics Follow us on Twitter: www.twitter.com/ILMagazine Like us on Facebook: www.facebook.com/InboundLogistics Catch our latest videos on YouTube: www.youtube.com/inboundlogistics   Visit us at www.inboundlogistics.com

This is a special deep-dive into Freight Bill Audit and Payment presented by Inbound Logistics and Voiced by IL AI Audio©. DO YOU WANT TO RESPOND TO THIS EPISODE? Call our Dialog Line: 888-878-3247 DOWNLOAD THE NEW INBOUND LOGISTICS APP featuring the updated and expanded Logistics Planner! Available on iTunes and the Google Play Store: bit.ly/ILMagApp  bit.ly/ILMagAppGoogle Are you a #logistics Thought Leader that would like to be featured on the Inbound Logistics Podcast?  Connect with me on X:  @ILMagPodcast   Email me: podcast@inboundlogistics.com   Connect with Inbound Logistics Magazine on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/inbound-logistics Follow us on Twitter: www.twitter.com/ILMagazine Like us on Facebook: www.facebook.com/InboundLogistics Catch our latest videos on YouTube: www.youtube.com/inboundlogistics   Visit us at www.inboundlogistics.com

With supply chain disruptions becoming more the rule rather than the exception, shippers are looking for solutions that are more cost-effective, agile, and reliable. While Sea-Air is not a new solution, it has become a more attractive one for its potential savings in time, money, and carbon emissions. What should businesses know about leveraging the sea-air solution for their supply chain? Robin Knopf and Leo Qvarnstrom of Kuehne + Nagel give us their takes on why any business can take advantage of sea-air. For more information: https://us.kuehne-nagel.com/en/-/services/sweet-spot-between-air-and-sea-freight?utm_source=podcast&utm_campaign=PF1SeaAirUSInboundLogistics_Magazine2024&utm_medium=paidsocial DO YOU WANT TO RESPOND TO THIS EPISODE? Call our Dialog Line: 888-878-3247 DOWNLOAD THE NEW INBOUND LOGISTICS APP featuring the updated and expanded Logistics Planner! Available on iTunes and the Google Play Store: bit.ly/ILMagApp  bit.ly/ILMagAppGoogle Are you a #logistics Thought Leader that would lik

SPECIAL INBOUND LOGISTICS VIDEO PODCAST SERIES: Inbound Logistics is focusing on how to better navigate the 3PL Market particularly with regards to meeting shipper demands while balancing business success. Joining us is DOUG WAGGONER CEO of Echo Global Logistics. See the full video here: https://www.inboundlogistics.com/video-podcasts/ FOR MORE INFORMATION: Echo Global Logistics: https://www.echo.com/ DO YOU WANT TO RESPOND TO THIS EPISODE? Call our Dialog Line: 888-878-3247 DOWNLOAD THE NEW INBOUND LOGISTICS APP featuring the updated and expanded Logistics Planner! Available on iTunes and the Google Play Store: bit.ly/ILMagApp  bit.ly/ILMagAppGoogle Are you a #logistics Thought Leader that would like to be featured on the Inbound Logistics Podcast?  Connect with me on Twitter:  @ILMagPodcast   Email me: podcast@inboundlogistics.com   Connect with Inbound Logistics Magazine on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/inbound-logistics Follow us on Twitter: www.twitter.com/ILMagazine Like us on Facebook: www

SPECIAL INBOUND LOGISTICS NEARSHORING SERIES: This is the second in a series of Nearshoring episodes as we talk to supply chain partners in Mexico as they develop nearshoring operations throughout the country. Guests: Juan Carlos Rodriguez, Managing Director - Industrial & Logistics and Enrique Portillo, Managing Director - Industrial & Logistics - Cushman and Wakefield FOR MORE INFORMATION: https://www.cushmanwakefield.com/en/mexico DO YOU WANT TO RESPOND TO THIS EPISODE? Call our Dialog Line: 888-878-3247 DOWNLOAD THE NEW INBOUND LOGISTICS APP featuring the updated and expanded Logistics Planner! Available on iTunes and the Google Play Store: bit.ly/ILMagApp  bit.ly/ILMagAppGoogle Are you a #logistics Thought Leader that would like to be featured on the Inbound Logistics Podcast?  Connect with me on Twitter:  @ILMagPodcast   Email me: podcast@inboundlogistics.com   Connect with Inbound Logistics Magazine on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/inbound-logistics Follow us on Twitter: www.twitte

As the saying goes, “Sometimes, a little goes a long way.” When you’re talking about shipments, the LTL option goes quite a long way for some customers, but how do you determine if it’s the right option for your business? That’s where a company like Syfan Logistics comes in with a truly tailored LTL solution to get things moving. Rodney Lamb of Syfan Logistics and Toni Moore of Formex Manufacturing sit down to highlight how their partnership has taken both Syfan and Formex a long way indeed. For more information: https://syfanlogistics.com/ DO YOU WANT TO RESPOND TO THIS EPISODE? Call our Dialog Line: 888-878-3247 DOWNLOAD THE NEW INBOUND LOGISTICS APP featuring the updated and expanded Logistics Planner! Available on iTunes and the Google Play Store: bit.ly/ILMagApp  bit.ly/ILMagAppGoogle Are you a #logistics Thought Leader that would like to be featured on the Inbound Logistics Podcast?  Connect with me on X:  @ILMagPodcast   Email me: podcast@inboundlogistics.com   Connect with Inbound Logistics Magazine o

From food to pharmaceuticals and beyond, some products rely on temperature controlled shipping to reach markets on time and intact. However, that task is more than just making sure the truck stays cold. The dynamics, trends, and challenges of the cold supply chain ensure that the market has to continually evolve and adapt to keep delivering fleet efficiency and improved asset performance. Gregory Tuthill, Senior Vice President and Chief Commercial Officer for Seacube Container Leasing, gives us some cool advice on how to get the most out of the cold chain. For more information: https://seacubecontainers.com/ DO YOU WANT TO RESPOND TO THIS EPISODE? Call our Dialog Line: 888-878-3247 DOWNLOAD THE NEW INBOUND LOGISTICS APP featuring the updated and expanded Logistics Planner! Available on iTunes and the Google Play Store: bit.ly/ILMagApp  bit.ly/ILMagAppGoogle Are you a #logistics Thought Leader that would like to be featured on the Inbound Logistics Podcast?  Connect with me on X:  @ILMagPodcast   Email me: pod

SPECIAL INBOUND LOGISTICS VIDEO PODCAST SERIES: Inbound Logistics is discussing innovations in supply chain and manufacturing and how they are shaping the warehouse and the factory of the future. Joining us is Erez Agmoni, Global Head of Innovation (L&S) at MAERSK and Jonathan den Hartog, Senior Director of Product Management at Autodesk. See the full video here: https://www.inboundlogistics.com/video-podcasts/ FOR MORE INFORMATION: Maersk: https://www.maersk.com/ AutoDesk: https://www.autodesk.com/ DO YOU WANT TO RESPOND TO THIS EPISODE? Call our Dialog Line: 888-878-3247 DOWNLOAD THE NEW INBOUND LOGISTICS APP featuring the updated and expanded Logistics Planner! Available on iTunes and the Google Play Store: bit.ly/ILMagApp  bit.ly/ILMagAppGoogle Are you a #logistics Thought Leader that would like to be featured on the Inbound Logistics Podcast?  Connect with me on Twitter:  @ILMagPodcast   Email me: podcast@inboundlogistics.com   Connect with Inbound Logistics Magazine on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin

SPECIAL INBOUND LOGISTICS VIDEO PODCAST SERIES: Today we are looking at ways to increase transportation and logistics visibility using automation. Joining us is Andre Luecht, Global Strategy Lead - Transport, Logistics & Warehouse for Zebra Technologies. FOR MORE INFORMATION: Zebra: www.zebra.com DO YOU WANT TO RESPOND TO THIS EPISODE? Call our Dialog Line: 888-878-3247 DOWNLOAD THE NEW INBOUND LOGISTICS APP featuring the updated and expanded Logistics Planner! Available on iTunes and the Google Play Store: bit.ly/ILMagApp  bit.ly/ILMagAppGoogle Are you a #logistics Thought Leader that would like to be featured on the Inbound Logistics Podcast?  Connect with me on Twitter:  @ILMagPodcast   Email me: podcast@inboundlogistics.com   Connect with Inbound Logistics Magazine on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/inbound-logistics Follow us on Twitter: www.twitter.com/ILMagazine Like us on Facebook: www.facebook.com/InboundLogistics Catch our latest videos on YouTube: www.youtube.com/inboundlogistics   V

Businesses are constantly evolving and have to find ways to optimize efficiency. Having an effective ERP alongside a robust TMS provides a comprehensive, and rather vast, set of tools to reach that goal. What if full integration of those tools could provide a more manageable system to benefit shippers and consumers? Saurabh Rohatgi and Mayur Narasimhan of Argus Logistics share their observations on how integration can help your supply chain come  together. For more information: https://arguslogistics.com/ DO YOU WANT TO RESPOND TO THIS EPISODE? Call our Dialog Line: 888-878-3247 DOWNLOAD THE NEW INBOUND LOGISTICS APP featuring the updated and expanded Logistics Planner! Available on iTunes and the Google Play Store: bit.ly/ILMagApp  bit.ly/ILMagAppGoogle Are you a #logistics Thought Leader that would like to be featured on the Inbound Logistics Podcast?  Connect with me on X:  @ILMagPodcast   Email me: podcast@inboundlogistics.com   Connect with Inbound Logistics Magazine on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com