OPERATORS

E066: Special guest episode with the founder & CEO of Flexport Ryan Petersen


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00:00 Introduction

03:18 Overview of Flexport and its Services

08:09 Differences between Flexport and Shopify in Fulfillment

10:04 Utilizing Real-Time Data for Supply Chain Planning

14:47 The Importance of Visibility and Communication in Logistics

17:56 Challenges in the Freight Forwarding Industry

18:25 Choosing the Hardest Businesses and the Value of Simplifying to Amplify

23:33 Expanding into Omni-Channel Fulfillment and B2B Distribution

28:12 The Complexity of Wholesale Orders and Physical Retail Partnerships

31:06 The Importance of Integration and Communication in Supply Chains

34:50 Building a Robust System for Handling Demand

38:38 The Importance of Holistic Service and Avoiding Fragmentation

39:04 Improving Delivery and Unloading Processes

49:57 The Rise of E-commerce and its Impact on Air Cargo

53:45 Challenges and Non-compliance in Customs Clearance

58:59 The Transition from Operator to Investor

01:02:19 Capital Allocation and Return on Invested Capital


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