When AI enters the supply chain, your biggest threat might not be a hacker—it might be a rogue Excel sheet buried deep in your processes. 

In this panel from Manifest, Blythe moderates an insightful discussion with data security leaders on what it really takes to secure supply chains in an AI-powered world. From hallucinating large language models to ecosystem-wide vulnerabilities, this episode is packed with honest perspectives you won’t hear on a sales deck.

Panelists included:

• Mike Polich, Head of Functional Logistics, Honeywell
• Mahesh Rajasekharan, President & CEO, Cleo
• Adam Anderson, Account Management Lead, Crisp

If your data is messy, your AI is useless—and potentially dangerous. This conversation breaks down how to audit internal systems, enforce better access controls, and shift from siloed operations to orchestrated ecosystems ready for intelligent automation.

Key takeaways:

• Bad data creates costly, invisible risks.
• Generative AI cannot work without structured and secure data.
• Most breaches originate from inside your organization.
• Companies that collaborate securely outperform those that don’t.
• Supply chain resilience depends on ecosystem-wide visibility and control.

LINKS:

• Mike's LinkedIn
• Honeywell's Website
• Mahesh's LinkedIn
• Cleo's Website
• Adam's LinkedIn
• Crisp's Website

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Shipium is the ML-powered shipping platform built by the executives that created Amazon's supply chain technology. They help 3PL & retail leaders like Stord, Ryder, and Saks Off 5th to reduce shipping costs by an average of 12% while improving on-time delivery.

CargoRex is the logistics industry’s go-to search platform—connecting you with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.

Digital Dispatch manages and maximizes your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

Why does it feel like U.S. ports are stuck in the past while the rest of the world is fully automated? 

This episode with Lauren Beagen—lawyer, founder of The Maritime Professor®, and host of By Land and By Sea—dives into why maritime regulations matter, what tech labor negotiations are really about, and how tariffs are a lot more about vibes than rules. 

From dock safety to global competitiveness, we explore the big-picture forces shaping the future of port operations and maritime shipping. 

Key takeaways: 

• 93% of ports globally are not fully automated, despite the narrative. 
• The FMC’s role is flag-neutral but laser-focused on protecting U.S. importers and exporters. 
• Tariffs are less about policy and more about political posturing. 
• Diversifying ports of entry is critical—but not always feasible due to specialized infrastructure needs. 
• Labor/tech tensions stem from generational divides, safety, and global competitiveness.

LINKS:

• Lauren's LinkedIn
• The Maritime Profession X
• The Maritime Professor Website
• Squall Strategies Website
  
  

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Are you experienced in freight sales or already an independent freight agent? Listen to our Freight Agent Trenches interviews powered by SPI Logistics to hear from the company's agents on how they took the entrepreneurial leap.

Shipium is the ML-powered shipping platform built by the executives that created Amazon's supply chain technology. They help 3PL & retail leaders like Stord, Ryder, and Saks Off 5th to reduce shipping costs by an average of 12% while improving on-time delivery.

CargoRex is the logistics industry’s go-to search platform—connecting you with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.

Digital Dispatch manages and maximizes your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

If you've ever asked “Where’s my container?”—this episode is for you. 

Rene Alvarenga, Senior Director of Product Management at Kaleris, breaks down why visibility is still one of supply chain's biggest unsolved problems. 

Backed by data from a new report with maritime research firm Thetius, this conversation unpacks the massive disconnect between what terminals think they’re delivering and what shippers actually experience.

Key takeaways: 

• 87% of terminals think they offer great visibility—but only 25% of shippers agree. 

• In some regions, vessel ETAs change up to 15 times, causing mass disruption. 

• Most companies only use about 30% of their logistics tech capabilities. 

• Solving for visibility starts by improving your execution—not adding new tools.

LINKS:

• Rene's LinkedIn
• Kaleris' Website

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Are you experienced in freight sales or already an independent freight agent? Listen to our Freight Agent Trenches interviews powered by SPI Logistics to hear from the company's agents on how they took the entrepreneurial leap.

Shipium is the ML-powered shipping platform built by the executives that created Amazon's supply chain technology. They help 3PL & retail leaders like Stord, Ryder, and Saks Off 5th to reduce shipping costs by an average of 12% while improving on-time delivery.

CargoRex is the logistics industry’s go-to search platform—connecting you with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.

Digital Dispatch manages and maximizes your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

Cargo thieves aren’t just stealing freight—they’re outpacing traditional security methods with fraudulent carriers, fake BOLs, and even high-speed heists. 

Cargo theft has surged 50% year-over-year, leaving shippers and brokers scrambling for protection. But while criminals are getting smarter, so is technology. 

On this episode of Everything is Logistics, Jonathan Ryan, CPTO of Overhaul, reveals how AI and machine learning are helping companies prevent theft before it happens. 

Key Takeaways: 

• Cargo theft is up 50% from 2023 to 2024, with electronics, pharmaceuticals, and food as the biggest targets. 
• Thieves are forging BOLs mid-transit using mobile printers, allowing them to walk away with shipments undetected. 
• The Romanian Roll, a high-speed theft method, is now happening in the U.S., putting drivers at greater risk. 
• Overhaul’s Fraud Watch AI analyzes historical theft data, FMCSA records, and live tracking data to detect risky carriers and suspicious shipments. 
• Overhaul’s law enforcement network has achieved a 96% recovery rate, with boots on the ground in as little as 10-20 minutes after an incident. 

Listen now to learn how AI-driven fraud detection, real-time load monitoring, and industry intelligence are changing the game for supply chain security.

LINKS:

• Jonathan's LinkedIn
• Overhaul's Website

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Are you experienced in freight sales or already an independent freight agent? Listen to our Freight Agent Trenches interviews powered by SPI Logistics to hear from the company's agents on how they took the entrepreneurial leap.

Shipium is the ML-powered shipping platform built by the executives that created Amazon's supply chain technology. They help 3PL & retail leaders like Stord, Ryder, and Saks Off 5th to reduce shipping costs by an average of 12% while improving on-time delivery.

CargoRex is the logistics industry’s go-to search platform—connecting you with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.

Digital Dispatch manages and maximizes your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

Warehouse robotics is evolving fast, yet 90% of warehouses still don’t use automation. Why? 

Despite the rise of AI, autonomous mobile robots (AMRs), and drone-based inventory tracking, most operations remain stuck in outdated, manual processes. The real challenge isn’t just cost—it’s about knowledge gaps, change management, and finding the right tech fit. 

In this episode of Everything is Logistics, host Blythe Brumleve sits down with Kevin Lawton, host of The New Warehouse Podcast, to break down the biggest barriers preventing robotics adoption in warehousing. From entry-level automation solutions to practical strategies for integrating AI-driven robotics, we explore what’s next for warehouses that want to scale.

Key Topics Covered: 

• The real reasons why 90% of warehouses haven’t adopted robotics. 
• Entry-level automation solutions that are accessible right now. 
• How poor warehouse processes can sabotage automation efforts. 
• Robots as co-workers: addressing change management challenges. 
• Hummingbird Systems’ drone picking technology—is this the future? 

"If you automate a bad process, you're just making that bad process happen faster." – Kevin Lawton

LINKS:

• Kevin's LinkedIn
• The New Warehouse Website

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Are you experienced in freight sales or already an independent freight agent? Listen to our Freight Agent Trenches interviews powered by SPI Logistics to hear from the company's agents on how they took the entrepreneurial leap.

Shipium is the ML-powered shipping platform built by the executives that created Amazon's supply chain technology. They help 3PL & retail leaders like Stord, Ryder, and Saks Off 5th to reduce shipping costs by an average of 12% while improving on-time delivery.

CargoRex is the logistics industry’s go-to search platform—connecting you with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.

Digital Dispatch manages and maximizes your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

Freight brokers waste hours on missed calls and rate negotiations. What if AI could handle those conversations instantly?

Roger Boza, Chief Technology Advisor at CloneOps, explains how AI-powered voice agents are transforming brokerage operations. From real-time rate negotiations to eliminating phone call bottlenecks, Boza breaks down how AI streamlines freight without replacing human brokers.

Key Topics Covered:

• Agentic AI vs. Automation – What’s the difference?
• AI-powered phone conversations – Faster, more efficient freight booking
• Rate negotiation in real-time – No more missed calls or lost deals
• Keeping brokers in control – How sentiment analysis ensures a human touch
• Security and compliance – Why AI in freight must be trustworthy and scalable

"You don’t go on hold. You don’t get frustrated. AI can negotiate rates in real-time—so brokers and carriers don’t waste time playing phone tag." – Roger Boza

LINKS:

• Roger's LinkedIn
• CloneOps' Website

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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

Are you experienced in freight sales or already an independent freight agent? Listen to our Freight Agent Trenches interviews powered by SPI Logistics to hear from the company's agents on how they took the entrepreneurial leap.

Shipium is the ML-powered shipping platform built by the executives that created Amazon's supply chain technology. They help 3PL & retail leaders like Stord, Ryder, and Saks Off 5th to reduce shipping costs by an average of 12% while improving on-time delivery.

CargoRex is the logistics industry’s go-to search platform—connecting you with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.

Digital Dispatch manages and maximizes your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

Freight fraud is escalating at an alarming rate. Cargo theft, double brokering, and identity fraud have increased by 500% year over year​, leaving brokers and carriers struggling to stay ahead. 

In this episode of Everything is Logistics, host Blythe Brumleve sits down with Reid Clements of Highway to discuss how identity verification technology is preventing fraud before it happens. 

Key Topics: 

• The biggest fraud threats in freight today 
• How criminals are buying fake MC numbers for as little as $300 
• AI-driven fraud, including voice cloning and FMCSA hacks 
• How Highway’s single sign-on system is eliminating fraud 
• Real-time risk detection and carrier verification tools 

This conversation is essential for brokers, carriers, and anyone in freight who wants to avoid costly fraud.

LINKS:

• Reid's LinkedIn

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Are you experienced in freight sales or already an independent freight agent? Listen to our Freight Agent Trenches interviews powered by SPI Logistics to hear from the company's agents on how they took the entrepreneurial leap.

Shipium is the ML-powered shipping platform built by the executives that created Amazon's supply chain technology. They help 3PL & retail leaders like Stord, Ryder, and Saks Off 5th to reduce shipping costs by an average of 12% while improving on-time delivery.

CargoRex is the logistics industry’s go-to search platform—connecting you with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.

Digital Dispatch manages and maximizes your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

The logistics industry is changing fast, and women are leading the charge. In this episode of Everything is Logistics, host Blythe moderates a dynamic panel from Manifest 2025 featuring:

✅ Grace Sharkey (FreightWaves) - Media expert covering supply chain trends 
✅ Oana Jinga (Dexory) - Bringing AI & robotics into warehousing 
✅ Nathalie Lallet (Uber Freight) - Driving tech partnerships in logistics 
✅ Rachel Levy (Brooklinen) - Supply chain executive with decades of experience 

Topics include: 
🔹 AI, automation, and logistics tech 
🔹 The role of women in transforming supply chain 
🔹 Why partnerships drive innovation 
🔹 Career advice for aspiring logistics professionals

LINKS:

• Grace Sharkey's LinkTree
• Oana Jinga's LinkedIn
• Nathalie Lallet's LinkedIn
• Rachel Levy's LinkedIn

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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

Are you experienced in freight sales or already an independent freight agent? Listen to our Freight Agent Trenches interviews powered by SPI Logistics to hear from the company's agents on how they took the entrepreneurial leap.

Shipium is the ML-powered shipping platform built by the executives that created Amazon's supply chain technology. They help 3PL & retail leaders like Stord, Ryder, and Saks Off 5th to reduce shipping costs by an average of 12% while improving on-time delivery.

CargoRex is the logistics industry’s go-to search platform—connecting you with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.

Digital Dispatch manages and maximizes your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

Ever wondered how global logistics companies keep track of millions of postal codes, city divisions, and ports worldwide? In this episode of Everything is Logistics, we sit down with Simon Vandemoortele, CEO of GeoPostCodes, to discuss how structured, AI-powered location data is revolutionizing freight, sustainability tracking, and supply chain efficiency. 

🔹 How GeoPostCodes maintains the most comprehensive location data set in the world 

🔹 Why U.S. companies struggle with international postal systems 

🔹 The massive role location data plays in carbon emissions tracking 

🔹 How DB Schenker, MSC, and other global giants use GeoPostCodes for freight planning

LINKS:

• GEOPostCodes' Website
• Manifest Takeaways

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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

Are you experienced in freight sales or already an independent freight agent? Listen to our Freight Agent Trenches interviews powered by SPI Logistics to hear from the company's agents on how they took the entrepreneurial leap.

Shipium is the ML-powered shipping platform built by the executives that created Amazon's supply chain technology. They help 3PL & retail leaders like Stord, Ryder, and Saks Off 5th to reduce shipping costs by an average of 12% while improving on-time delivery.

CargoRex is the logistics industry’s go-to search platform—connecting you with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.

Digital Dispatch manages and maximizes your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

The squad is back from Manifest and we’ve got some takeaways to share from all of our conversations from the podcast booth to the expo floor. 

Also in the show, Blythe talks about the week after launching CargoRex and the lessons we’re already learning along with platform improvements we’re shipping.

LINKS:

• CargoRex
• Robotics, Data, and Optimization with Dexory’s Oana Jinga
• The Relationship Between Venture Capital and Logistics with Auto Tech Ventures

TAKEAWAYS:

• Autotech Ventures: Unusual Faces in Las Vegas
• Ryder: Humanoids in Warehouses  The Future of Work
• Blackberry Radar: Unlocking Actionable Logistics Data Integration
• Semantic Visions: Stay Ahead  Navigating Supply Chain Risks in 2025
• Tint: Technology Strategies for Fraud Prevention in 2025
• Desteia: Unlocking Insights  3 Logistics Trends in AI Collaboration
• Voxel: Embracing AI  The Future of Business Operations
• LVK: Master Optionality for Supply Chain Success in 2025
• InOrbit: Logistics AI and Space Intelligence Unleashed

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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

Are you experienced in freight sales or already an independent freight agent? Listen to our Freight Agent Trenches interviews powered by SPI Logistics to hear from the company's agents on how they took the entrepreneurial leap.

Shipium is the ML-powered shipping platform built by the executives that created Amazon's supply chain technology. They help 3PL & retail leaders like Stord, Ryder, and Saks Off 5th to reduce shipping costs by an average of 12% while improving on-time delivery.

CargoRex is the logistics industry’s go-to search platform—connecting you with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.

Digital Dispatch manages and maximizes your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.