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She Supply Chains29: From Freight to Founder: Sarah Barnes-Humphrey's Supply Chain EvolutionThis week, we welcome Sarah Barnes-Humphrey, founder of podcasts Let's Talk Supply Chain and Blended. Sarah shares her inspiring journey from her family’s freight forwarding business to becoming a champion for diversity and inclusion in supply chain management, reminding us why this industry is so vital and exciting. We explored the evolution of her podcasts, Let's Talk Supply Chain and Blended, and gained valuable insights into her nonprofit initiatives, leadership strategies, and commitment to elevating diverse voices. Sarah left us with powerful advice for aspiring women leaders—authenticity and consistency truly shine in personal branding and career growth.
2025-05-1941 min
Let's Talk Supply Chain452: Women in Supply Chain, Christine BarnhartChristine Barnhart talks about the issues faced by women in supply chain, the impact of bias and changing DEI narratives, and the women who inspire her. IN THIS EPISODE WE DISCUSS: [06.01] An introduction to Christine and her new role at Nulogy. [07.45] Christine's experience as a woman in both US and Canadian companies, the differences in organizations across different territories, and what we can learn from the countries leading the way in gender equity. "For me, it's been interesting to compare and contrast what the culture is like in these co...
2025-03-0352 min
The Future of Supply ChainEpisode 91: 2025 Predictions with Sarah Barnes-Humphrey
You know the saying… new year, new predictions? That’s right – to kick off 2025, Sarah Barnes-Humphrey joins us to discuss the patterns, trends, and predictions we see driving digital supply chain transformation this upcoming year, like increased focus on cybersecurity, automation and humans’ new bond, and making supply chain fun again.
Come join us as we discuss the Future of Supply Chain.
Guest: Sarah Barnes-Humphrey
Sarah Barnes-Humphrey is an entrepreneur and influencer, with over 20 years of experience in supply chain. She founded the Let’s Talk Supply Chain brand and Blended non-profit with an eye tow...
2025-01-0829 minLet's Talk Supply Chain442: On The Margins - How to Thrive Through Cost-Cutting and Corporate ChangesOn The Margins: How procurement leaders can maintain supplier relationships, support teams, nurture trust and build resilience in volatile markets. IN THIS EPISODE WE DISCUSS: [06.24] An introduction to Michael van Keulen, and what he loves about travel and spending time with the supply chain community. "I love to connect, I take so much pride in what I get to do every day… Helping and playing a role in the community we've created keeps me energized." [08.31] From the opportunities in technology to big macro challenges, the issue...
2024-12-2345 min
The Bootstrapper's Guide to LogisticsBootstrapping a Voice with Sarah Barnes-HumphreyWelcome back to another episode of The Bootstrapper’s Guide to Logistics. Today's guest is Sarah Barnes-Humphrey, Founder and Host of Let's Talk Supply Chain. From her start working for her father's company to launching her own podcast, “Let’s Talk Supply Chain,” Sarah discusses the challenges of entrepreneurship and the importance of community support. Brought to you by Rapido and Bitfreighter.
2024-05-0937 minLet's Talk Supply Chain401: RELEX Talks: State of Supply Chain 2024 – Sneak PreviewJill Standish & Laurence Brenig-Jones join Sarah Godet of RELEX to discuss collaboration; surge buying and social media; & balancing cost with service. IN THIS EPISODE WE DISCUSS: [05.37] An introduction to today's guests, Jill Standish of Accenture and Laurence Brenig-Jones of RELEX, and their roles. [07.20] An overview of an upcoming RELEX report, surveying retail and CPG leaders, that details the industry's main challenges, opportunities and investment areas; and Jill and Laurence's reactions to the initial findings. [10.58] Sarah, Jill and Laurence reflect on the rise in surge buying and the role of s...
2024-04-1539 minLet's Talk Supply Chain387: New Year, New Goals in Supply ChainAudrey Ross and Sarah Barnes-Humphrey talk about New Year disruptions; high-tech wearables; sustainable resolutions; and how trade finance can empower women.
2024-01-2240 minLet's Talk Supply Chain384: Show Me The Money: Why Women Need To Stop Working For FreeMarina Mayer, Katie Date & Jo Ann Dizy discuss money - why women need to stop working for free; their iniatives for change; & the importance of collaboration. [07.42] An introduction to today's guests Marina Mayer, Katie Date, and Jo Ann Dizy. [08.47] Why Katie founded the MIT Women in Supply Chain Initiative; the impact it's had; and how she learned the importance of conversation and connection. [13.17] Jo Ann discusses her 'Growth Circles' initiative; its role in industries with few women; and the importance of creating supportive communities. [16.32] Marina's experience of launching the W...
2024-01-081h 12
Simply TradeBold and Authentic: How Sarah Barnes-Humphrey Claimed Her Place in Logistics and Supply Chain WorldEver wondered what it's like being a woman in the traditionally male-dominated logistics and supply chain industry? Dive into the latest episode of the Simply Trade podcast, where the hosts, Andy and Lalo, are joined by a special guest, Sarah Barnes-Humphrey and guest host Annik Sobing. As an accomplished professional and the founder and host of two prominent podcasts, Let's Talk Supply Chain and Blended, Sarah opens up about her experiences and offers valuable insights into the world of logistics and supply chain.
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Sarah Barnes-Humphrey's extensive background in trade includes being a board...
2023-07-2747 min
The Exit - Presented By FlippaSelling a Concept and a Brand with Sarah Barnes-HumphreyThis week on The Exit: When Sarah joined her father’s company straight out of high school she never expected she would go on to carve out a brand new niche: supply chain media. Starting in reception at her fathers supply chain company, she slowly worked her way up, working in operations for eight years, followed by eight years in sales, eventually becoming the Director of Sales and Marketing. It was in this position that she launched a podcast about the company's brand story and the supply chain industry. But when her dad decided to shut the business down, Sarah wa...
2023-07-2427 minLet's Talk Supply Chain341: Maximize Container Efficiency, with TrakkingPatrick Lo talks about Trakking; bringing predictability to container management; & the importance of working together to remove waste from supply chains [07.40] Patrick's background, and how a long career in #logistics led him to establish Trakking. [08.51] The current landscape of the industry, and the challenges and bottlenecks that Patrick sees as we head towards the second half of 2023. [11.34] An overview of Trakking – what they do, how they help their customers, and a look at their three core solutions. [15.10] The ideal client for Trakking. [17.03] How Trakking's 'Empty Container Release' product is drastically reducing dead runs an...
2023-05-2941 minLet's Talk Supply ChainContainer Confusion: Are Shipping Trends Lost at Sea? with Steve FerreiraLast month, we shared one of my favorite recent episodes of Thoughts and Coffee with you - and we got such great feedback that we decided to do it again! And in this episode, I'm joined by founder, CEO and author Steve Ferreira. Steve wants to bring vivaciousness to the shipping industry and he's certainly doing that! Tune in for his take on why students are flocking to supply chain; why FMC offers false hope to shippers; and the big question on everyone's lips: exactly what is happening in the ocean market?! There is so...
2023-05-2240 minLet's Talk Supply ChainWhat You Need to Know About Space Logistics, with Ryan DuffyToday I'm shaking things up and sharing one of my favorite recent episodes of Thoughts and Coffee. In this episode, I'm joined by exciting industry writer and former Managing Editor of Payload Space, Ryan Duffy, to talk space logistics. Ryan is passionate about bringing us the scoop on the future of logistics, from emerging tech to the final frontier, and I loved finding out more. So if you've ever wondered about the incredible world of space logistics, then this is the episode for you. We talked all about NASA's plans to start the first Gateway logistics mission...
2023-04-2433 minLet's Talk Supply ChainBlended - Education: The Last Socially Acceptable BiasWelcome back to Blended! It's episode 31, I'm joined by a brand new panel of inspirational professionals and, today, we're talking about education and bias. It's a topic that's close to my heart, with my own educational and career journey. And, it's a topic that has increasingly come under the spotlight recently in light of the labor shortages and trending workplace changes we've seen industry-wide. So now is the perfect time to really explore what's going wrong, or right, with the way we think about education in the workplace. Today, our guests will be diving into...
2023-04-191h 09
Supply Chain ConnectionsMeeting Supply Chain Professionals Where They Are with Sarah Barnes-HumphreyIn this episode, Sarah Barnes-Humphrey, founder of Let’s Talk Supply Chain, joins Host Brian Glick, CEO of Chain.io, to discuss: Sarah’s start in Supply Chain Media The right social media channels for B2B orgs Why collaboration is the future of business The value of connected data Themes from 2023 industry events The rise of B2B influencers in supply chain How the supply chain has progressed and where it’s headedSarah is a logistics and supply chain expert, as seen on BBC World News, Inc Magazine, The New Yorker and Huffington Post. Sarah has re...
2023-03-2128 minLet's Talk Supply ChainBlended - How to Foster an Inclusive WorkplaceIt's episode 29 of Blended: I'm joined by a new panel of incredible guests and, today, we're talking about fostering an inclusive workplace. Creating an inclusive workplace doesn't just benefit your employees, it can pay off in dividends for your business. Companies with a strong culture of inclusion—one that encourages innovation and collaboration among staff—are increasingly seen as more attractive to potential employees, clients, and investors. From revising hiring practices to restructuring internal policies, embracing diversity can be an invaluable asset to any organization. Today, we'll discuss how you can foster a positive atmosphere at w...
2023-02-151h 09Let's Talk Supply ChainSarah Barnes-HumphreyIt's episode 27 of Blended: I'm joined by another talented panel of guests and, today, we're talking about addiction. This is a topic that is still very taboo. But, as with most things in life, it's not black and white. Not all addicts are the same, and not everyone is addicted to alcohol or drugs. Our rapidly evolving culture has seen the rise of addiction to things like shopping, social media and even work, but our attitudes to addiction are still very much based in the past. And, around a very certain type of addict – the one I'm sure we're al...
2022-12-211h 10Let's Talk Supply Chain303: Driving Your Parcel Performance: Better PerformanceWouldn't it be amazing if we could predict the future? Well, with Sifted, you kinda can… We wrapped up our first mini-series with Sifted a few months ago, released the first episode of our second mini-series last week and you all still want more–so of course, we delivered. So, over the course of our new "Driving Your Parcel Performance" series, we're going to dive even deeper. This time, we'll be putting the spotlight on their Carrier Management Suite and taking a closer look at how it can help you to take a proactive approach to c...
2022-11-1033 minLet's Talk Supply ChainHalloween Special: Supply Chain Horror Stories!Halloween is a notoriously scary time, and what could be more spooky than hearing about some of the nightmares that have befallen supply chain professionals? Join us for a panel discussion with some of the industry's best and brightest as they share their scariest logistics stories. You'll hear more tales than just woes from suppliers who couldn't deliver on time, warehouses that went up in flames, and shipments that were lost (or never even made it to their destination!). This is sure to be a frightfully fun event - so don't miss out...
2022-10-301h 11
Armchair Attorney® PodcastSarah Barnes-HumphreyIn this episode, the Armchair Attorney is joined by Sarah Barnes-Humphrey, the Founder & Host of Let's Talk Supply Chain. Let's Talk Supply Chain is an industry podcast that interviews top innovators and supply chain professionals. Sarah is also the Founder and Chairperson of the board of Blended, a non-profit organization dedicated to diversity & inclusion.We talk supply chain, technology, and the trials of being an entrepreneur.https://gofund.me/ab112785This program is brought to you by DAT Freight & Analytics. Since 1978, DAT has helped truckers & brokers discover more available loads. Whether...
2022-10-281h 00Let's Talk Supply ChainMake Smarter Packing Decisions, with PaccurateToday I'm joined by Paccurate, a forward-thinking logistics tech brand that is on a mission to make shipping more sustainable for your business, and the planet – all through packing. Paccurate is the only patented cartonization solution that optimizes for transportation costs directly. Designed to save you cost and waste, and deliver impactful efficiency gains, the Paccurate API is fast, flexible and smart. Today James Malley, CEO and co-founder at Paccurate, joins me to chat all about the company: what they do; tackling the challenge of rising fulfilment costs; why right-sizing isn't enough; and making a co...
2022-10-1727 minLet's Talk Supply ChainMake Smarter Packing Decisions, with PaccurateToday I'm joined by Paccurate, a forward-thinking logistics tech brand that is on a mission to make shipping more sustainable for your business, and the planet – all through packing. Paccurate is the only patented cartonization solution that optimizes for transportation costs directly. Designed to save you cost and waste, and deliver impactful efficiency gains, the Paccurate API is fast, flexible and smart. Today James Malley, CEO and co-founder at Paccurate, joins me to chat all about the company: what they do; tackling the challenge of rising fulfilment costs; why right-sizing isn't enough; and making a co...
2022-10-1727 minLet's Talk Supply ChainMake Smarter Packing Decisions, with PaccurateToday I'm joined by Paccurate, a forward-thinking logistics tech brand that is on a mission to make shipping more sustainable for your business, and the planet – all through packing. Paccurate is the only patented cartonization solution that optimizes for transportation costs directly. Designed to save you cost and waste, and deliver impactful efficiency gains, the Paccurate API is fast, flexible and smart. Today James Malley, CEO and co-founder at Paccurate, joins me to chat all about the company: what they do; tackling the challenge of rising fulfilment costs; why right-sizing isn't enough; and making a co...
2022-10-1727 minLet's Talk Supply ChainCatching Up on Industry Trends, Workforce Gaps, and ShipzToday I'm joined by Jonathan Kempe, CEO and founder of Verifai and host of Let's Talk Supply Chain AsiaPac, to talk all about the landscape of supply chain and the current disruptions; digital media industry trends; the labor gap between companies and workers; and the role of technology within the industry. We also share a very exciting announcement! IN THIS EPISODE WE DISCUSS: [08.01] From inflation to changing consumer behavior, Jonathan and Sarah discuss the state of the industry and the new – and ongoing – disruptions. "We've had a continual period of dis...
2022-07-1837 minLet's Talk Supply ChainThe Best-Kept Secret For Vendor RelationshipsWe're continuing to put the spotlight on our incredible family of Let's Talk Supply Chain live shows, bringing you special guests and exclusive content that you don't want to miss. Last week, we featured First Things First, with Mercado in episode 262 and Coming In Hot, with Abby Baird in episode 264. And now it's Sarah's turn with Thoughts and Coffee. Known as "The Best 30-Minutes on a Tuesday", this weekly show brings you the hottest supply chain topics currently brewing in the industry, every Tuesday at 10am EST. In this episode, Sarah is joined...
2022-05-3038 min
Where Ideas Launch - Sustainable Innovation PodcastLet's talk supply Chain With Sarah Barnes HumphreySarah Barnes-Humphrey is a logistician turned supply chain mogul; passionate about collaboration, transparency, diversity – and doing better business. As the host of popular podcast, Let’s Talk Supply Chain, Sarah puts people right at the forefront of an industry that’s traditionally been about stats and numbers. From thought provoking questions and lively discussions to championing diversity and real people’s industry success, Let’s Talk Supply Chain and its sister shows Women in Supply Chain and Blended bring a breath of fresh air to logistics. Sarah is also the co-founder and CEO of innovative bid-and-ship freight platform S...
2021-12-1516 min
Global S&OP Community#23# The international shipping current state with Jonathan Kempe and Sarah Barnes-HumphreyMany people were asking what is the root cause of the sudden cost inflation in the international shipping lines?
What is the main reason for the lack of availability in containers worldwide and what is the effect of this phenomenon on the global supply chains?
All of those hot and trending questions will be answered by our great thought leaders Sarah Barnes-Humphrey🎙 Supply Chain Leader and Jonathan Kempe
Sarah is the host of the popular podcast “Let’s talk supply chain”.
She championed all kinds of diversities and empowered women in supply ch...
2021-11-071h 05
Everything is LogisticsSupply Chain Content Strategy with Sarah Barnes-HumphreySarah Barnes-Humphrey has been covering the supply chain industry for the better part of the last decade by hosting Let’s Talk Supply Chain and several other shows She's also been working in the industry her entire life in addition to the content game so it was an honor to finally get her on the show. In this episode, she's giving her thoughts on the current state of the global supply chain as well as other topics such as strategic content marketing--something that she’s continuing to double down on in 2022. Connect with Sarah Barnes-Humphrey on Linked...
2021-10-2519 min
PIVOT Talks with Pauline Caballero: Pivoting Business and Navigating Change30 Seconds of Courage is All You Need with Sarah Barnes-Humphrey | PIVOT Talks with PC: Pivoting Business and Navigating ChangeWhen two leaders come together to chat, insightful advice and guidance are found at every corner. Sarah Barnes-Humphrey joins PC with over 20 years of experience in the logistics and supply chain industry where she gained a lot of hands-on experience. Sarah has been able to create two very successful podcasts that are creating safe spaces with powerful conversations. Through this, Sarah and PC touch on how important it is to create safe spaces and the impact it has. PC shares that as we take part in life, most of the time we don’t know what we’re training for but...
2021-10-2228 min
Startup Women PodcastSupply Chain Disruptions and Decisions with Sarah Barnes-HumphreySarah Barnes-Humphrey is a logistician turned supply chain mogul; passionate about collaboration, transparency, diversity – and doing better business.
As the host of the popular podcast, Let’s Talk Supply Chain, Sarah puts people right at the forefront of an industry that’s traditionally been about stats and numbers. From thought-provoking questions and lively discussions to championing diversity and real people’s industry success, Let’s Talk Supply Chain and its sister shows “Women in Supply Chain” and “Blended” bring a breath of fresh air to logistics.
Sarah is also the co-founder and CEO of innovative bid-and-ship freig...
2021-10-0727 min
Transform Talks: The Supply Chain Transformation Podcast#89 - Championing Diversity and Inclusion in Supply Chain: How to get started with Sarah Barnes-Humphrey, Host of the Let‘s Talk Supply Chain PodcastTwo award-winning women in supply chain, Maria Villablanca, CEO and Co-Founder of Future Insights Network, and Sarah Barnes-Humphrey, Host of the Let's Talk Supply Chain podcast and Founder of Shipz, sit down to discuss their experiences of being women in a male-dominated field, reflecting on why it's so important to keep sharing these stories and learning from one another. Together, they shed light on the difference between diversity and inclusion, discuss the moral and business case for championing it, and address the impact of creating safe spaces to facilitate the conversation on diversity, equity, and inclusion.
2021-09-2033 minLet's Talk Supply Chain216: Sustainable Packaging Trends That Are Impacting The Health Food IndustryToday I'm excited to be joined by Sarah Scudder, President & CRO at Real Sourcing Network and a superstar in the packaging space, who is helping to change the way we think about how the products we sell, and use, are packaged. Packaging is a really important topic, because so much of our economy is based around consumption – an average consumer in the western world will handle more than 50 packaged products or items every single day! – and so the conversations around issues like the air miles of those products, the labor practices and of course, sustainability, are key.
2021-08-2344 minLet's Talk Supply ChainNew Horizons - Let's Talk Supply Chain Expands Into Asiapac!Today's episode is a little bit different from the norm. As always, I'm joined by a special guest, but it won't be to bring you a business profile or the kind of interview you're used to! Instead, my guest Jonathan Kempe, founder and CEO at Verifai, and I will be making a very special announcement, and sharing the ins and outs of our exciting news with you. We've been working on this quietly behind the scenes for a while, paddling against the COVID tide, and I'm incredibly proud that we can finally launch this next stage of...
2021-06-2845 min
Let's Talk Supply ChainSarah and FriendsToday is an extra special episode, since we're celebrating a big milestone. Back in 2016, a male co-host and I started a podcast called "Two Babes Talk Supply Chain." But over time, things evolved. My co-host left the show, and when I launched the women in supply chain series, I realized there were quite a few people who weren't too keen on the name…! So in April 2018 I re-branded the show (within a week, which I still can't quite believe!). Let's Talk Supply Chain was born – and I haven't looked back. This is the 200th episode, as L...
2021-05-241h 07
Let's Talk Supply ChainClosing the Gap between Shippers and Forwarders, with ShipzWelcome to a very special episode of Let's Talk Supply Chain! Today's host is Jonathan Kempe, the CEO & Founder of Verifai, an Australian company with a global presence, that uses technology to increase supply chain security, visibility and transparency. And his esteemed guest is: Sarah Barnes-Humphrey! Sarah is not only the founder and host of Let's Talk Supply Chain. She is also the co-founder and CEO of new technology start-up, Shipz Inc. Shipz is an award-wining freight marketplace that is working to simplify the complexity often found in logistics; the platform closes the gap between shippers and...
2021-04-1949 min
WBSRocks: Business Growth with Enterprise Software and Digital TransformationWBSP005: Grow Your Business Through International Trading and LinkedIn Influence w/ Sarah Barnes-HumphreySend us a textInternational trading is entirely different from domestic. Growing internationally requires you to understand various stakeholders and the process involved. The new collaborators could be importers, exporters, custom brokerage shops, freight providers, and regulatory agencies. The process is extremely complex and involved. This process also exposes you to new risks unfamiliar to you. The lack of understanding of the process and risks could be a hit on your growth ambitions.In today’s episode, we have our guest Sarah Barnes-Humphrey from Shipz, who shares her knowledge of the international supply chain and tr...
2020-12-1432 min
TECHquila SunriseLet's Talk FreightTech, Startuplife, & Leadership - Part 2 - Sarah Barnes-Humphrey, CEO of SHIPZToday, we continue our interview with one of the top 100 Women in Supply Chain, Sarah Barnes-Humphrey, and learn about how she founded her new adventure aboard SHIPZ, what you can take away from her career journey, and even her favorite reality TV show. Really!Sarah Barnes-Humphrey is CEO of SHIPZ and you may also know her as the host of Let’s Talk Supply Chain. Supply chain is in her blood. From an entrepreneurial family building a shipping company, logistics was the topic at the dinner table, then Sarah spend 20 years of her career helping to build th...
2020-10-0832 min
TECHquila SunriseLet's Talk Freight Tech, Startuplife, & Leadership- Part 1- Sarah-Barnes Humphrey, CEO of SHIPZIn this episode of TECHquila Sunrise, Greg welcomes Sarah Barnes-Humphrey to the show! Sarah shares how she moved from the family business, to supply chain thought-leader, to Freight Tech founder and reveals how work ethic & reality TV help her succeed. Listen UP!Sarah Barnes-Humphrey is CEO of SHIPZ and you may also know her as the host of Let’s Talk Supply Chain. Supply chain is in her blood. From an entrepreneurial family building a shipping company, logistics was the topic at the dinner table, then Sarah spend 20 years of her career helping to build that company, in...
2020-10-0232 min
Adventures in Supply ChainCoronavirus and Supply Chain - Opportunities and Challenges in Supply Chain with Sarah Barnes-Humphrey - Host of Let's Talk Supply ChainCheck us out at https://usmsupplychain.com/podcast/ Adventures in Supply Chain podcast is pleased to have Sarah Barnes-Humprey, host of Let's Talk Supply Chain, to talk about Supply Chain Opportunities and Challenges. Who doesn’t know Sarah Barnes-Humphrey? Sarah is: 🎯 Top 100 most influential Women in Canadian supply chain 🎯 Top 100 Women Leaders in Supply Chain 🎯 Host of the top-ranked podcast Let’s Talk Supply Chain 🎯 and industry leading content creator To know Sarah is to know that supply chain is in her blood, growing up in a household of...
2020-09-1721 min
World of ProcurementShipz and Women in Supply Chain with Sarah Barnes-HumphreySarah Barnes-HumphreySarah Barnes-Humphrey, the CEO of SHIPZ and Founder/Host of one of the biggest Supply Chain Podcasts and Content Channels, Let’s Talk Supply Chain. Sarah is a Supply Chain legend with twenty or so years experience in this space.Sarah makes incredible content in the Supply Chain space and to add to this, she has just launched her new venture, SHIPZ. SHIPZ, as Sarah explains, is kinda like the eBay of Shipping.We dive into what SHIPZ is and what it does as well as some insights into the World of...
2020-09-0923 min
Let's Talk Supply ChainForget Surprises! In Transit Visibility Is Here Founder and CEO of Tive, Krenar Komoni, has what can only be described as an impressive career, with more than 10 years spent in the wireless industry gaining expertise in chip design and business development. He worked with BitWave Semiconductor, where he developed the world's first 2G+3G+LTE radio in a single chip, Eta Devices – an MIT-based start-up developing the world's most efficient cellular base stations – and consulted for Fortune 500 companies launching new wireless products. But it was a simple conversation with his father in law, who was complaining of the challenges of supply chain, that...
2020-08-1740 min
The Logistics of LogisticsTransforming the Shipper, Freight Forwarder Relationship with Sarah Barnes-HumphreyTransforming the Shipper, Freight Forwarder Relationship with Sarah Barnes-Humphrey Sarah Barnes-Humphrey and Joe Lynch discuss transforming the shipper, freight forwarder relationship. As the founder of a company designed to connect shippers and freight forwarders, Sarah understands the dynamics of the shipper, freight forwarder relationship. About Sarah Barnes-Humphrey Sarah Barnes-Humphrey is a logistician turned supply chain marketer, passionate about bringing stories to life in an industry that has traditionally been about stats and numbers. As the host of the popular Let's Talk Supply Chain Podcast (LTSC) blog and The SC, Supply Chain TV on YouTube, Barnes-Humphrey helps tell...
2020-08-1630 min
Let's Talk Supply ChainYou Won't Believe What We've Seen: Saving LivesI hope you're enjoying our fascinating 'You Won't Believe What We've Seen' mini-series, in partnership with SQA services. In last week's episode 'Mission Control' (insert link), we talked to SQA founder and President Mike McKay, and industry professional and advisor to SQA Jeff Luckey, and delved into the incredible world of aircraft and aerospace. And we have an equally amazing podcast for you today, with episode 2 'Saving Lives,' as we dive into the life sciences. Mike McKay joins us once again, alongside President & CEO of Civica Rx Martin Van Trieste, one of Modern Healthcare's...
2020-08-1338 min
Let's Talk Supply ChainStabilize Your Supply ChainBack in 2001, Optessa Founder Srinivas (Vasu) Netrakanti identified an important but poorly served niche: to provide high quality planning and scheduling solutions that truly addressed industry needs. And as a management graduate and highly successful serial entrepreneur, he had the knowledge, experience and courage to deliver it. Vasu partnered with Founder and CEO Ashok Erramilli, who brought his own incredible skills – including an Electrical Engineering Ph.D. from Yale, years of experience as a consultant to engineering and networking corporations, and from his role as Research Manager at Bellcore (now Telcordia) – to the mix. The ambi...
2020-08-1043 min
Let's Talk Supply ChainSuper Trend #4, Start up MentalityToday Sarah chats with Scott and Greg from Supply Chain Now about the last in their super trend series: Start up Mentality. The Covid crisis has brought a pivotal moment on Earth for everyone, and therefore an opportunity to accelerate important trends. As Greg says, necessity is the mother of innovation; with the crisis, supply chain is on everyone's mind and companies are now serious about changing. As Scott declares, now is the time to seize the moment. Organizations are now more willing to challenge norms and be disruptive. As Scott and Greg explain, companies need to...
2020-06-081h 13
The Procurement Software PodcastSupply Chain Digitisation - Sarah Barnes-Humphrey from Let's Talk Supply ChainSarah from Let's Talk Supply Chain and Shipz joined me for a great chat about how digital trends are shaping the wider supply chain industry, and how procurement fits neatly into that. We both agree that increased collaboration and the developing trend of both functions reporting into the same line can only be a good thing when it comes to better alignment of business objectives and delivering value to organisations.
Supply Chain Digitisation - Sarah Barnes-Humphrey from Let's Talk Supply Chain
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Sarah's story of how she went from the family business to Let's Talk Supply Chain as a...
2020-04-2932 min
Let's Talk Supply ChainEnd to End Supply Chain, Dead or Alive?Today's special episode features Scott and Greg from Supply Chain Now! Scott, Greg and Sarah have a lively discussion about whether we are seeing the death of the end-to-end supply chain. You will also hear about how the circular economy and supply chain is the answer plus how the role of sustainability will play out with consumers and the future of consumerism. Organizations have spent a lot of time and money trying to perfect their end to end supply chain, but Greg says the circular supply chain is here to stay. The circular supply chain consists mainly...
2020-04-1355 min
Let's Talk Supply ChainWomen in Supply Chain, Angie RenoAngie has worked in supply chain all her life, with her earliest career memories involving a master thesis and meeting Ted Ruhly, the CEO of Maersk. Since then, Angie has continuously sought career growth and built extensive experience within the industry. Featuring Angie in our "women in supply chain" series has a personal significance to Sarah and is a career highlight for Angie with all her hard work in helping to close the gender gap. In this episode, Angie talks about the guidance she received from her father, why she is passionate about this industry and how the people...
2020-04-0642 min
The Voice of RetailUnderstanding the impacts of COVID-19 on retail with Frank Lavin live from Singapore, Supply Chain podcaster Sarah Barnes-Humphrey, and Logistics Specialist Audrey RossWelcome to the The Voice of Retail, I’m your host Michael LeBlanc, and this podcast is brought to you in conjunction with Retail Council of Canada.This is a special edition podcast focussed on the coronavirus, COVID-19 and the outbreak of the novel coronavirus as a business risk. Beyond the human cost to people around the world, the disruptive potential to retailers in Canada is real. At this early stage for most it can best be described as a “known-unknowns”, but for some retailers they are feeling the early impacts calling down sales for international locations, late shi...
2020-02-2150 min
Supply Chain ConnectionsEpisode 10 - Sarah Barnes-Humphrey of the "Let's Talk Supply Chain" PodcastPROFILES SUPPLY CHAIN CONVERSATIONS ————————————————— EPISODE 10 - SARAH BARNES HUMPHREY, HOST OF THE "LET'S TALK SUPPLY CHAIN" PODCAST AND "THE TRADE SQUAD" ON YOUTUBE ————————————————— Welcome to Profiles, a podcast centered around supply chain conversations hosted by Brian Glick, founder and CEO of Chain.io. Our guest this week is SARAH BARNES-HUMPHREY. EPISODE 10 - SARAH BARNES-HUMPHREY, with a firm background of working within the supply chain, Sarah is the host of the popular Let's Talk Supply Chain Podcast and The Trade Squad on YouTube. Sarah helps tell the stories and br...
2020-01-3040 min
Let's Talk Supply ChainExpand Your NetworkToday we have a special treat: Last week I joined Daniel Stanton, Mr Supply Chain on his Linkedin page to do a Live about our 10 ten social media tips and today, we are releasing the recording to our community as well! Daniel is a top influencer in the global supply chain community: the author of Supply Chain for Dummies, publisher of 10 supply chain courses on LinkedIn Live and over 35,000 followers on LinkedIn! In our live we discuss top social media tips for professionals in the supply chain industry. Why care about social media? Social media is a...
2020-01-201h 02
Let's Talk Supply ChainYear in Review, A Look back on 2019What a year it has been – from the Game of Thrones finale to Fedex being banned by Amazon, 2019 has been a memorable one. And at LTSC, it has been an incredibly memorable one! We added The SC, Supply Chain TV that includes several new shows from around the world, named the Best Supply Chain Podcast of 2019, launched our new website and observed exciting trends in supply chain this year. Supply Chain professionals are loving Lets Talk Supply Chain and that includes our Linkedin Page. Our Women in Supply Chain series once again reigns supreme as the most fr...
2019-12-3057 min
Let's Talk Supply ChainA Family Perspective on Supply & Demand PlanningWhat's better than one supply chain professional? Two supply chain professionals! Allison and George are a couple who met at a supply chain conference and both work in different areas of logistics. Allison mostly works on strategy and supply, whereas George works in the tactical planning of merging technology and software. As a family working in supply chain, Allison and George complement each others backgrounds and regularly work together to solve supply chain challenges. In fact, they have white boards around the house where they discuss any issues they're facing. This extends to their children, who also...
2019-12-2343 min
Let's Talk Supply ChainOverwhelmed by content? learn to speed read!Want some superpowers? Today Howard Berg - The World's Fastest Reader, shares how he gained his title and his mind-boggling super powers of speed reading and speed learning. He now wants to teach the world his skills, so in todays episode he shares how others can learn and read quickly just like him - and even tests Sarah. Howard has read over 30,000 books and reveals that just by reading for one hour a day, you can read a book every few days. That translates into 100 new business skills every year. With that kind of information, you can...
2019-11-2541 min
Let's Talk Supply ChainWomen in Supply Chain, Nicole Vernkidt THE WISC SERIES IS BROUGHT TO YOU BY HULFT Nicole is back! In today's episode Sarah chats with Nicole Vernkidt who was originally on the show back in season 1. Nicole own theomx.com and is changing the face of procurement with her experience in both manufacturing and supply chain. Nicole grew up in a family business, and was exposed to a business environment from a very young age. As a young woman in business and a start up looking for investment, Nicole was faced with certain challenges such as dealing with a credibility gap and...
2019-11-0441 min
Let's Talk Supply ChainAre you getting the most out of your returns?In today's episode Sarah talks with Rob from Inmar, a company that started in the coupon industry and is now fully immersed into helping companies with their supply chains. What in particular do they focus on? Making your e-commerce return process smooth with reverse logistics. The main challenge when it comes to handling returns is driving friction out of the process - processing returns is costly, time-consuming and a negative experience quickly builds a bad reputation for the company. Using reverse logistics, Inmar manages the return process for the company, including inventory control, managing consumer credit and...
2019-10-2838 min
Let's Talk Supply ChainWhat sets OOCL Logistics Apart?In today's episode Sarah catches up with David Croft from OOCL Logistics, a logistics services company who's success has be defined by their customer experience and holistic approach to supply chain. Headquartered in Hong Kong, they now have 100 offices in over 40 countries, and have been working in supply chain since 1975. What makes them different from other supply chain providers? They believe they're more than just a freight forwarder; they focus mostly on customized solutions with cutting edge information technology. OOCL Logistics don't consider themselves just a provider, they call themselves an 'extension of our customer', and take...
2019-10-2137 min
The Graham Robins PodcastSarah Barnes-Humphrey - Diversity in EntrepreneurshipIn an Inc magazine poll, 23% of women said they liked being referred to as a woman founder, and 21% said they disliked it. What promotes diversity better — overall diversity or women in diversity? On this episode, I got to talk with Sarah Barnes-Humphrey, host of Let’s Talk Supply Chain and Top 100 Influential Woman in Canadian Supply Chain: What we talked about: - Sarah’s podcast success - The hazards of creating categories in diversity - Maternity & paternity leave - Leading by example in supporting communities - Of course, all things supply chain Check out these resources we mentioned during the podcas...
2019-10-1740 min
Let's Talk Supply ChainWhy VC's are getting excited about RPAIn today's episode Sarah talks to Matt from RPA Labs, a robot process automation company that automates repetitive manual tasks with bots and software. At a recent conference, VC's mentioned how RPA is the next frontier technology, so we are excited to get an opportunity to discuss what exactly is getting them so excited! What is the difference between RPA and AI? Matt puts it adequately: AI is a collection of different tech such as machine learning and OCR, and RPA is itself part of AI. How does RPA Labs implement this when helping businesses? They have 3...
2019-10-1439 min
Let's Talk Supply ChainWomen in Supply Chain, Lori HarnerIn today's episode Sarah talks to Lori, a senior executive at JDA, Lori has worked in supply chain for 8 years in various different roles and her largest challenge has been keeping up with the very fast development of technology - something she believes is key for future generations to educate themselves on. Lori manages her team remotely, and focuses on having a healthy work life balance, being able to prioritize effectively and taking on the right risks. Her advice to other women in the industry? Make sure you're doing something you like doing and make sure to...
2019-10-0741 min
Let's Talk Supply ChainGet your workforce engaged!In today's episode Kelli Paull, Vice President of Success at Shyft joins Sarah to talk about the app that is revolutionizing the supply chain workforce. Shyft is a mobile solution for hourly workers that finally allows shift workers to be in control of their schedule. Anyone working in warehouses knows that managers and employees waste a lot of time allocating shifts, finding replacements and organizing teams. Shyft puts all the updates and communication you need in one app. Lets put it into context, a typical shift worker no longer needs to physically enter the warehouse, find a...
2019-09-1638 min
Let's Talk Supply ChainTech Success, Who should be on your team?In today's episode Curt, CEO of Open Sky Group joins Sarah on Lets Talk to share how they help companies implement technology appropriately. With his experience in supply chain, Curt has some very interesting insights on the supply chain industry and company culture which he talks about in this episode. We all know majority of companies struggle with data and that it is a huge part of conversations in the industry today. Data is a challenge in itself, and Curt shows us how Open Sky Group helps companies manage their data effectively by understanding what they need...
2019-09-0938 min
Let's Talk Supply ChainWhat is in your branded promotional products?Lets looks at our promotional products differently.... In this episode Sarah speaks with Tim Brown, executive director of QCA, the association responsible for holding this 24 billion dollar industry accountable. All those pens, tote bags and stickers you hand out at trade shows? That is the industry we are talking about, promotional products. They are a core part of brand awareness and business today but what do you know about those your purchase and hand out?… If your company accidentally chooses a promotional goods supplier that does not meet regulations, hurts someone or has connections with slave labour, th...
2019-08-1940 min
Let's Talk Supply ChainEmmy Award Winner! From Ice to ShipchainIn today's episode Sarah talks to Brandon Adams, an Emmy Award Winning TV producer and supply chain advisor who started his career shipping ice in the family business. After realizing he didn't want to sell ice for the rest of his life, he became a TV show producer and motivational speaker plus he is also on the board of advisors for one of the newest supply chain disruptors, ShipChain. Brandon had to deal with some unique obstacles when managing his ice supply chain - but this is what gave him all the experience and expertise that got...
2019-08-1232 min
Shoe-InSupply Chain Insights with Sarah Barnes-HumphreyIn what's sure to be the start of a podcast crossover event, Andy, Matt, and Jasmine welcome Sarah Barnes-Humphrey, host of the popular podcast Let's Talk Supply Chain, to discuss the latest innovations and challenges impacting the movement of goods. Sarah has her fingers on the pulse on all things supply chain and doesn't disappoint. Jasmine joins in the fun in her Fashion Footwear in Focus segment focused on shoe styles she wants to discard and those shoe types she can't live without.
2019-03-1834 min
Let's Talk Supply ChainWomen in Supply Chain Part 13 with Catherine CooperWelcome back Lets Talk listeners! Today is part 13 of My Women in Supply Chain series! In this episode you will here from Catherine Cooper who has dedicated her career to the logistics industry. In her newest venture Catherine works with Senior Executives from Fortune 500 companies like QVC, Coca Cola, Starbucks and Gap Inc. I speak to Catherine about her journey from Engineer to CEO, what success means to her, how to get recognized and published in supply chain, the tough decisions Catherine has had to make as a women in the industry, strategies on dealing...
2018-12-2445 min
Let's Talk Supply ChainAutomate, Orchestrate, Accelerate your dataWelcome back Lets Talk listeners! In recent discussion on my listener corner posts, data keeps popping up. Data is the future of our businesses and supply chain but not everyone is convinced so how do we bring data to the forefront of the supply chain and business conversations? In this episode, I speak to Dmitry, Senior director of digital manufacturing for HULFT about why they took the leap into working with supply chain, why IT departments are so bogged down, why security and control is so important in supply chain today, how they are using d...
2018-12-1432 min
Let's Talk Supply ChainIs the traditional Postal Service the answer to last mile? plus New Years ResolutionsWelcome back Lets Talk listeners! Is our reliance on the postal service our biggest downfall? As we have recently seen with the Canada Post strike, it has crippled industries at the biggest revenue generating holiday for online retailers. So what are the alternatives and how can you plan for a future of last mile delivery run by government organizations. In this episode, Graham Robins from BorderBuddy is back and we talk about the strike, how our reliance on the postal service will impact our businesses, the current alternatives, our cry for help from the innovation...
2018-12-1037 min
Let's Talk Supply ChainSelf Driving, Autonomous Supply ChainsWelcome back Lets Talk listeners! How do we get ahead of all the changes happening around us in our business and our supply chain? Kevin Sterneckert from JDA software joins me in this episodes to talk about how being proactive through an autonomous supply chain could be the answer. In this episode, Kevin and I talk about how you can use your supply chain as a secret competitive weapon! You will learn more about what that means, how to move faster and cheaper, what he means by an autonomous supply chain, what is possible for...
2018-12-0340 min
Let's Talk Supply ChainWomen in Supply Chain, Part 12 - Sheila BennyWelcome back Lets Talk listeners! Sheila's journey is full of hard work, passion and giving back to the community that has served her in her supply chain career. Sheila is dedicated to the supply chain community and her passion is so apparent in this episode you will be inspired to get involved. In this episode, Sheila and I talk about her journey from engineering school to entrepreneur, what 3 or 4 things have been pivotal to her success, how mentorship is changing lives in supply chain, the biggest risks Sheila has taken on her journey, advice for...
2018-11-2646 min
Let's Talk Supply ChainConnecting Systems for full visibility with Brian Glick, CEO Chain.ioWelcome back Lets Talk listeners! Unless you have already or are already working with Brian and his team over at Chain.io you might be still be battling a classic business/supply chain challenge..."How can all of our systems (accounting, marketing, operations, WMS etc) work together and bring us better visibility internally" In this episode, Brian and I get to the bottom of this fundamentally difficult challenge. You will learn about Chain.io, how they got started and why they are getting their hands dirty, why companies are struggling with this issue, why it...
2018-11-1938 min
Let's Talk Supply ChainCompetition heats up for last mile deliveryWelcome back Lets Talk listeners! Competition online and customer expectations are driving up the stakes for retailers to get last mile delivery right. Whether it is free delivery, delivery times or the delivery experience there is a lot of pressure on retailers because it could make or break a new start up or established business. In this episode, I speak to Osman Akdemir, Founder and CEO of a last mile start up from Europe who is already making waves called "Simply Deliver". Just the name keeps you at ease because you know they are making...
2018-11-1239 min
Let's Talk Supply ChainThe State of RetailWelcome back Lets Talk listeners! With everything changing so quickly, technology, consumer habits, delivery expectations and the trend toward personalized consumer goods its no wonder the state of retail is unpredictable. Some retailers are going bankrupt, some are thriving and even online retailers are looking to go to bricks and mortar, who will survive and how will supply chains change? In this episode, My resident industry expert - Graham Robins from BorderBuddy is back! Graham and I talk about the changes in bricks and mortar and how that is affecting the supply chain, the state...
2018-10-2842 min
Let's Talk Supply ChainSmart TMS for Modern Freight Brokers and 3PLsWelcome back Lets Talk listeners! Lets face it, Technology isn't going anywhere and will definitely be a part of our future. I recently spoke on a panel about the Future of Logistics and I strongly believe that supply chain teams need to have someone that not only understands the supply chain but also understands technology so that we can intelligently navigate the new innovation that comes our way on a day to day basis. In this episode, Gwen the CEO at Freightpath joins me to talk about Transportation Management Systems and how you can find...
2018-10-2839 min
Let's Talk Supply ChainWomen in Supply Chain, Part 11: Diversity in SCWelcome back Lets Talk listeners! What does Diversity mean to you? Lets face it we all have different thoughts about diversity in the workplace and we all have Biases that may hold us back from truly becoming diverse organizations. Lori Benson, from EY is here to discuss this very topic in my Women in Supply Chain part 11. In this episode, Lori and I talk about her journey to success, what diversity truly means, misconceptions about bias, the downsides of not being a diverse company, types of bias, how to check yourself for bias, what companies...
2018-10-2247 min
Let's Talk Supply ChainAgility is Key in the Success of Supply Chain and Demand PlanningWelcome back Lets Talk listeners! There is a reason why this is such a hot topic among supply chain professionals. Demand and Supply Chain planning affects everything from customer service, the bottom line, your companies' agility and whether you are proactive or reactive. So, how do you know when it is time to find a new solution? In this episode, Shaun Phillips, Global product and Market Manager for Dynasys is here to answer many of the industries' biggest questions around demand planning. Shaun and I talk about the Importance of Demand and Supply Chain planning...
2018-10-1544 min
Let's Talk Supply ChainMastering your warehouse Operations to increase efficiencyWelcome back Lets Talk listeners! Do you have the right tools to increase efficiency in your warehouse operations? Maybe you are still using spreadsheets, not even spending any time on slotting or your order accuracy is low, these are just some of the key indicators Dan and I talk about in this episode. PLUS if you think you are out of space, think again! It may just be a difference between throughput and space. In this episode, Dan and I talk about mastering your warehouse operations. Dan tells us the difference between throughput and space...
2018-10-0850 min
Let's Talk Supply ChainA Case Study in Highlighting Service vs Competing on PriceWelcome back Lets Talk listeners! MOL is one of the world's leading steamship lines and positioned as a premium carrier focused on carrying cargo for customers who were most concerned with strong performance levels. With the Bankruptcy of Hanjin, The landscape for ocean carriers got more competitive and messaging needed to be changed, MOL needed to differentiate themselves and Tim Pajak lead that re-branding initiative. In this episode, Tim and I talk about the MOL re-branding and use that as case study in how to build a brand in supply chain. A lot of times...
2018-10-0250 min
Let's Talk Supply ChainWomen in Supply Chain, Part 10 with Irina RoscaWelcome back Lets Talk listeners! Women in Supply Chain is back for Part 10! This series is getting a lot of buzz, so much so that HULFT (www.hulftinc.com) wanted to show their support and sponsored this episode! There are so many powerhouse women in this industry doing amazing things that I may have to step up my game! In this episode, I am interviewing another amazing Women in Supply Chain - Irina Rosca! We will talk about how Supply Chain is like a game of chess, how Irina is using data and system implementation...
2018-09-2447 min
Let's Talk Supply ChainHow do you plan for a future that is so uncertain? Graham Robins, BorderBuddyWelcome back Lets Talk listeners! With the uncertainty around tariffs, the driver and talent shortage, more and more team members looking for better work/life balance and the next generations wanting to make a difference...How are you planning for the future with 2019 right around the corner? In this episode, My resident industry expert - Graham Robins from BorderBuddy is back! They just finished their strategic planning and so he is here to talk about how they plan for the future with all the uncertainty. Graham and I talk about long term vs short term...
2018-09-1743 min
Let's Talk Supply ChainShip Smarter and Everyone Wins! with Hannah and Jorie from Intelligent AuditWelcome back Lets Talk listeners! What does the term "ship smarter" mean to you? What if I told you it is the powerful combination of technology, network analysis and exceptions management...Hannah and Jorie are here from Intelligent Audit to tell you how you can crush the competition by shipping smarter. In this episode, Hannah the COO and Jorie the Director of Global Accounts for Intelligent Audit join me to talk about what free shipping means to your company, how you can ship smarter, what are other companies doing to stay competitive PLUS the benefits...
2018-09-1041 min
Let's Talk Supply ChainThe Supply Chain Queen is here! Women in Supply Chain Part 9, Sheri HinishWelcome back Lets Talk listeners! Known affectionately as the Supply Chain Queen, Sheri Hinish is passionate about sustainability, innovation and all things supply chain which makes her the perfect addition to the Women in Supply Chain Series! In this episode, Sheri and I talk about her journey to success, how she became known as the Supply Chain Queen, her new role as an IBM Futurist, her thoughts about innovation and co-creation in supply chain PLUS her advice to the next generations and how she sees the future of supply chain. Sheri is making waves in...
2018-09-0347 min
Let's Talk Supply ChainWhat if Supply Chain was a game? How would you play..with Scott Nelson, CEO SweetbridgeWelcome back Lets Talk listeners! What does Supply Chain, a non-profit and blockchain have in common? Sweetbridge, an award winning open source non profit project with contributors being a diverse group of global citizens. Scott Nelson, CEO of Sweetbridge has an amazing perspective on the industry, did you know that the entire knowledge base is being reinvented every 1.5 years? and because of this rate of change coming so fast and choices plus cost are increasing everything stops or stay mediocre so what do we do? In this episode, Scott shares his insights on thoughts about s...
2018-08-2747 min
Let's Talk Supply ChainPART 2 What does all of this innovation mean for your business?Welcome back Lets Talk listeners! PART 2 is here! In Part 1 we covered the technology that will make the biggest impact to supply chain, the biggest risks facing supply chain leaders and which new innovations will bring the most benefit to your business. In this episode, Eric Johnson, Senior Technology expert at the Journal of Commerce and I continue our discussion delving deeper into which technology disruptors deserve immediate attention, the biggest gaps in supply chain innovation, which tech shippers should get the most excited about and Finally will Blockchain really make a big difference and create an...
2018-08-2040 min
Let's Talk Supply ChainPART 1:What does all of this new innovation mean for your business?Welcome back Lets Talk listeners! Is all of the new technology and innovation in supply chain making your head spin? What if we could cut through most of the noise and putt most of it into perspective so you can navigate without falling behind. In this episode, I speak with Eric Johnson who is the Senior Technology expert at the Journal of Commerce. Eric is contacted constantly about new innovation and transformers to supply chain and he is here to let us know who to look out for, biggest technology risks facing supply chain leaders...
2018-08-1337 min
Let's Talk Supply ChainHow to win a trade war with resident expert, Graham RobinsWelcome back Lets Talk listeners! The tariff changes are making everyone take a look at their supply chain, their business and forcing service providers to be on the ball and make quick changes. The industry is working over time on already strained resources so how do you win this trade war? In this episode, our resident industry expert - Graham from Border Buddy is back! Graham and I discuss current changes, the history of trade wars as we know it, who is affected, how service providers should be helping you stay on top of the...
2018-08-0641 min
Let's Talk Supply ChainWhat is the impact of false claims on your bottom line? CEO of Cargosnap is here!Welcome back Lets Talk listeners! Are you tired of disputes with your vendors because of damage, missing documents or even your team spending too much time taking pictures only to put the proof in several different locations and you spend even more time trying to find it? In this episode, I speak with Marcel Merkx, CEO of Cargosnap. Cargosnap is revolutionizing the way we think about and handle proof of condition in our operations. We will talk about what proof of condition actually means, how the app works and their super simple and easy way o...
2018-07-3032 min
Let's Talk Supply ChainTo outsource or not to outsource - Your questions answered about fulfillment & distributionWelcome back Lets Talk listeners! Are you a small to medium sized business wondering if you should outsource your fulfillment and distribution? This is an episode for you and for anyone looking for different options in their current market and in new markets. In this episode, I speak with Jonathan Gorenstein VP at Colliers International about the current state of the market, how early you need to contact a commercial real estate broker, how to approach a new market, what to consider and biggest misconceptions when it comes to commercial real estate. Did you know...
2018-07-2327 min
Let's Talk Supply ChainICO and Smart Technology in Supply Chain with Richard CEO of Smart Containers Welcome back Lets Talk listeners! Smart Containers are revolutionizing the container space for food and pharma including the type of packaging used to deliver your home food deliveries. They are one of the most non traditional and unconventional companies in supply chain today. Now they have their sites on much bigger tech that will change the supply chain forever and to do that they have just finalized their ICO round, staying true to their values and raising money the non traditional way. In this Episode, I speak with Co-Founder and CEO of Smart Containers...
2018-07-1638 min
Let's Talk Supply ChainCultural Differences + Digital Transformation = Business SuccessWelcome back Lets Talk listeners! Everyone is talking about business culture and with the introduction of technology, the digital transformation is disrupting culture in different ways. So, how do you successfully use both to your advantage? In this Episode, I speak with supply chain tv and radio host - Jon Hansen about cultural transformation, the 4 cultural environments, digital transformation affect on culture, how culture can be used as a predictive tool, having the right people in the right places PLUS what you can do TODAY to align your business culture. Enjoy this informative...
2018-07-0939 min
Let's Talk Supply ChainWomen in Supply Chain Part 8 - Ashley Dutchak, Dir of DistributionWelcome back Lets Talk listeners! Get ready to be inspired by another powerhouse Women in Supply Chain!! Today Ashley Dutchak, Senior Director of Distribution for Aritzia speaks with me about how her career in basketball inspired her career in supply chain and how it continues to inspire her to take risks in her journey to success! Find out more about how Williams Sonoma was a huge influence on her decision to take the path into distribution, her personal sacrifices she has made and how her team and front line employees inspire Ashley every single day...
2018-07-0233 min
Let's Talk Supply ChainThe impact of autonomous vehicles on the driver shortageWelcome back Lets Talk listeners! Are autonomous vehicles here to stay? We are seeing more and more stories, discussions and content surrounding the new-is phenomena of autonomous vehicles. Combined with a growing challenge North America's supply chains are having with driver shortages, Graham and I discuss how this technology could possibly be part of the solution. In this episode, Graham from Border Buddy is back! We are talking about talent shortage, driver shortages, his real life experience with self driving cars and how the industry is far more advanced then most of our brains can...
2018-06-2537 min
Let's Talk Supply ChainThe impact of autonomous vehicles on the driver shortageWelcome back Lets Talk listeners! Are autonomous vehicles here to stay? We are seeing more and more stories, discussions and content surrounding the new-is phenomena of autonomous vehicles. Combined with a growing challenge North America's supply chains are having with driver shortages, Graham and I discuss how this technology could possibly be part of the solution. In this episode, Graham from Border Buddy is back! We are talking about talent shortage, driver shortages, his real life experience with self driving cars and how the industry is far more advanced then most of our brains can...
2018-06-2537 min
CanInnovateTalking about the importance of Supply Chain with fellow podcaster, Sarah Barnes-Humphrey, CITP, CCISpeaker Bio: Sarah stands at the forefront of international trade with expertise in the global logistics industry, working with the private sector to build, develop and increase efficiencies in their supply chains. She has spent the past 20 years working in logistics and supply chain, most recently as Director of Sales and Marketing for ICECORP Logistics Inc, a privately owned 3PL. Throughout her 20-year tenure in Supply Chain, Sarah has gained a reputation for her passion in helping employees and clients learn about increasing efficiencies and building cost-effective supply chains including international transportation, customs & compliance, cross...
2018-04-1800 min
Let's Talk Supply ChainEP 59 - Why is NOW the best time to invest in India?Welcome back 2 Babes listeners! Why is now the right time to invest in India? What opportunities are there between India and North America and How can your company benefit? India has seen a huge amount of growth and the trade between the US and India is ever increasing. In this episode, Sarah speaks to Adrian Mutton, CEO and Founder and Sannam S4 (www.sannams4.com) about how he is helping American companies get started and take advantage of the opportunities to grow their business in India. Having lived and worked in the country his experiences help...
2017-12-0537 min
Let's Talk Supply ChainDragon in the house! what does the future of International Trade mean to you??Welcome back 2 Babes listeners! What does the future of International trade mean to you, your role or even your business? What is the new economy and how will technology and those disruptions affect your job or your bottom line? In this episode, Sarah speaks to Nicole Verkindt a kick ass women in tech who was named Canada's National Woman Entrepreneur of the year 2017, she owns OMX (theomx.com) AND Nicole is also an investor and dragon on Top show Next Gen Dragon's Den. This episode is full of insight into the future of Internat...
2017-11-2723 min
Let's Talk Supply Chain49 - Saving Your Business Millions through Simplified SourcingHello, 2Babe's Listeners! It's Epi. 49; back in the studio and interviewing our industry's very best from all across the globe! This week our 2Babe's, the lovely, Sarah & Nick host Co-founders Stan Garber & Alex Yakubovich at Scout RFP (www.scoutrfp.com) in California. In this episode, our experts talk about Request for Proposal's (RFP's) and Sourcing Software and how these options are underlooked within most businesses, which have cost organizations both in valued time and money. Expect to learn more about the value of sourcing, the main advantages of strategic sourcing, and all th...
2017-07-2831 min
Let's Talk Supply Chain47 - How Integrated Business Planning is Bringing Sexy Back w/ Int'l Guest Speaker, Steven HaineyHey 2Babes Listeners, This week's podcast is all about "How to Start Planning for 2025, Today". Joining our host's Nick and Sarah, we have a guest speaker in Steven Hainey, Director of Supply Chain - Applied Materials with Newell Brands. Steven takes us through the process of integrated business planning for business' today, and how they make actions towards building and anticipating for the future. Our discussion also touches on the issues of predictive planning with larger companies and how internal/external factors may have a role. Make sure to download this podc...
2017-07-1443 min