Supply Chain Now

In 2021, U.S. Bank processed $37 billion in freight payments for some of the world’s largest corporations and government agencies. Those payments and the data that accompanies them are analyzed quarterly by Bobby Holland, U.S. Bank vice president and director of Freight Data Solutions and his team. The FPI report includes quarter over quarter, year over year, and full-year data and analysis.

According to a summary of the Q2 results released by U.S. Bank, “Spending on truck freight was up 3.3% compared to the first quarter and 19.7% year-over-year […] The West and Southwest regions had the highest year-over-year spending increases at 30.2% and 29.7%, respectively.”  

In this interview, Bobby is joined by Donovan Kirkland with The Clorox Company to share the results of the Q2 2022 report with Supply Chain Now Co-hosts Greg White and Scott Luton, interpreting what they may mean for the economy and the shipping industry in the short and longer term.

• The changes in household spending, labor challenges, and fuel prices that are creating headwinds for the freight industry

• Some surprising data coming out of the Northeast region

• The “opportunism” that may be going on in the marketplace

Additional Links & Resources:

Learn more about Supply Chain Now: https://supplychainnow.com/program/supply-chain-now

Subscribe to Supply Chain Now and all other Supply Chain Now programs: https://supplychainnow.com/subscribe

Leveraging Logistics and Supply Chain for Ukraine: https://vectorgl.com/stand-with-ukraine/

2022 Q2 U.S. Bank Freight Payment Index: https://freight.usbank.com

WEBINAR- 3 ways to stay afloat through the supply chain crisis: A distributor’s story:  https://bit.ly/3uaUBeC

WEBINAR: Sustainability and Profitability: The ripple effect of shipping less air https://bit.ly/3A87xFM

This episode is hosted by Scott Luton and Greg White. For additional information, please visit our dedicated show page at: https://supplychainnow.com/analysis-us-bank-q2-freight-payment-index-949

Between climate change disasters, new tariffs and the "Great Resignation," today's supply chains are facing constraints like never before, and it's high time supply chain professionals reevaluated their use of data and technology to stay ahead of the curve. To that end, Scott and Karin join Valerie Tardif, Vice President of Product Management at Infor, to discuss how companies can begin to upgrade their planning prowess. Tune in to get Valerie's expert take on why data and analytics must be tailored by industry, how customized technology can give you a competitive edge and what you need to do to prepare for a growing number of cybersecurity attacks.

Additional Links & Resources:

Learn more about Supply Chain Now: https://supplychainnow.com/program/supply-chain-now

Subscribe to Supply Chain Now and all other Supply Chain Now programs: https://supplychainnow.com/subscribe

Leveraging Logistics and Supply Chain for Ukraine: https://vectorgl.com/stand-with-ukraine/

WEBINAR- 3 ways to stay afloat through the supply chain crisis: A distributor’s story:  https://bit.ly/3uaUBeC

WEBINAR: Sustainability and Profitability: The ripple effect of shipping less air https://bit.ly/3A87xFM

This episode is hosted by Scott Luton and Karin Bursa. For additional information, please visit our dedicated show page at: https://supplychainnow.com/good-news-bad-news-supply-chain-planning-post-covid-effect-948

With supply chains constantly in the news, many people are making the decision to get college degrees in supply chain management. Once they are accepted to a program, such as the one offered at Western Michigan University, the challenge becomes preparing them to know all of the things they will need to be tactically and strategically effective going forward.

In this Supply Chain Now interview, host Scott Luton is joined by Dr. Sime Curkovic, Professor of Supply Chain at Western Michigan University, and two students: Madison Dober a junior at WMU and Alexandra Henson, a senior.

• Why high school students are more informed about supply chain management than ever before – and eager to enter the field

• How the supply chain management program at Western Michigan University is preparing their students to address today’s challenges head-on

• The mindset and work ethic being demonstrated in today’s supply chain students

Additional Links & Resources:

Learn more about Supply Chain Now: https://supplychainnow.com/program/supply-chain-now

Subscribe to Supply Chain Now and all other Supply Chain Now programs: https://supplychainnow.com/subscribe

Leveraging Logistics and Supply Chain for Ukraine: https://vectorgl.com/stand-with-ukraine/

WEBINAR- 3 ways to stay afloat through the supply chain crisis: A distributor’s story:  https://bit.ly/3uaUBeC

WEBINAR: Sustainability and Profitability: The ripple effect of shipping less air https://bit.ly/3A87xFM

This episode is hosted by Scott Luton. For additional information, please visit our dedicated show page at: https://supplychainnow.com/supply-chain-management-western-michigan-university-947

Will Waller is no stranger to adversity, but every time someone opened a door for him, he pushed that much harder toward his purpose. And now, he's on a mission to create more opportunities for people with disabilities. Don't miss this wide-ranging conversation as Billy and Will discuss current workforce challenges, the rise of remote work, the power of sports, how employers miss out on a talented, highly resilient portion of the labor market and how you can support the National Wheelchair Basketball Association moving forward.

Additional Links & Resources:

Learn more about Supply Chain Now: https://supplychainnow.com/program/supply-chain-now

Subscribe to Supply Chain Now and all other Supply Chain Now programs: https://supplychainnow.com/subscribe

Leveraging Logistics and Supply Chain for Ukraine: https://vectorgl.com/stand-with-ukraine/

WEBINAR- 3 ways to stay afloat through the supply chain crisis: A distributor’s story:  https://bit.ly/3uaUBeC

WEBINAR: Sustainability and Profitability: The ripple effect of shipping less air https://bit.ly/3A87xFM

This episode is hosted by Billy Taylor. For additional information, please visit our dedicated show page at: https://supplychainnow.com/pushing-toward-purpose-national-wheelchair-basketball-association-946

The Supply Chain Buzz is Supply Chain Now’s regular Monday livestream, held at 12n ET each week. This show focuses on some of the leading stories from global supply chain and global business, always with special guests – the most important of which is the live audience!

This week, Scott Luton, Greg White, and Kevin L. Jackson welcomed Ellen Patridge from 6 River Systems. She shared her insights on the inventory complexities still facing retailers, and what they are trying do to guard their bottom line without failing to serve their customers’ changing demand.

This week’s news stories include:

• Evidence that suggests American Eagle is not just a supply chain leader, but that they are closely connected to consumer sentiment as well

• The significance of Panasonic’s new electric vehicle battery manufacturing plant in Kansas

• New technologies being applied to perfect the operation of checkout free convenience stores

Additional Links & Resources:

Learn more about Supply Chain Now: https://supplychainnow.com/program/supply-chain-now

Subscribe to Supply Chain Now and all other Supply Chain Now programs: https://supplychainnow.com/subscribe

How to Solve 3 Common Peak Season Challenges: https://bit.ly/39XuYHc

Leveraging Logistics and Supply Chain for Ukraine: https://vectorgl.com/stand-with-ukraine/

Post-COVID Strategies for Working Capital Survey: https://bit.ly/3yglyQj

WEBINAR- 3 ways to stay afloat through the supply chain crisis: A distributor’s story:  https://bit.ly/3uaUBeC

WEBINAR: Sustainability and Profitability: The ripple effect of shipping less air https://bit.ly/3A87xFM

This episode is hosted by Scott Luton, Greg White, and Kevin L. Jackson. For additional information, please visit our dedicated show page at: https://supplychainnow.com/supply-chain-buzz-6-river-systems-945

The current labor shortage is disrupting the flow of goods up and down in global supply chains.

Employees are a business owner’s most valuable resource. So how can smart software bridge the gap and enable businesses to provide their teams with tools to reduce burnout, provide work-life balance, and attract new talent?

Join supply chain experts Barry Kukkuk, Founder and President of Netstock USA, and Lynne Barnes, their Director of Talent Onboarding and Culture, as they discuss how technology can enable your business to:

- Increase employee retention

- Improve productivity

- Promote a healthy work-life balance

Additional Links & Resources:

Learn more about Supply Chain Now: https://supplychainnow.com/program/supply-chain-now

Subscribe to Supply Chain Now and all other Supply Chain Now programs: https://supplychainnow.com/subscribe

Best Practices to Optimize Your Supply Chain: https://content.netstock.com/best-practices-to-optimize-supplychain-ebook

Leveraging Logistics and Supply Chain for Ukraine: https://vectorgl.com/stand-with-ukraine/

Post-COVID Strategies for Working Capital Survey: https://bit.ly/3yglyQj

WEBINAR- 3 ways to stay afloat through the supply chain crisis: A distributor’s story:  https://bit.ly/3uaUBeC

WEBINAR: Sustainability and Profitability: The ripple effect of shipping less air https://bit.ly/3A87xFM

This episode is hosted by Scott Luton and Greg White. For additional information, please visit our dedicated show page at: https://supplychainnow.com/demand-planning-software-answer-employee-retention-944

For over 100 years, The Clorox Company has been making your favorite cleaning products, but their portfolio is much more wide-ranging than you might realize. In this episode, Senior Vice President and Chief Supply Chain Officer Rick McDonald joins Scott and Greg to share how the company puts people first, even throughout the onset of a global pandemic, and continues to deliver innovative products --- cat littler, lip balm and ranch dressing included. Tune in to hear Rick's thoughts on navigating a tough labor market, the future of automation and other top supply chain challenges.

Additional Links & Resources:

Learn more about Supply Chain Now: https://supplychainnow.com/program/supply-chain-now

Subscribe to Supply Chain Now and all other Supply Chain Now programs: https://supplychainnow.com/subscribe

Leveraging Logistics and Supply Chain for Ukraine: https://vectorgl.com/stand-with-ukraine/

Post-COVID Strategies for Working Capital Survey: https://bit.ly/3yglyQj

WEBINAR- 3 ways to stay afloat through the supply chain crisis: A distributor’s story:  https://bit.ly/3uaUBeC

WEBINAR: Sustainability and Profitability: The ripple effect of shipping less air https://bit.ly/3A87xFM

This episode is hosted by Scott Luton and Greg White. For additional information, please visit our dedicated show page at: https://supplychainnow.com/playing-win-rick-mcdonald-clorox-company-943

Have you added carrier diversification to your freight strategy yet? With so many new players and economic changes on the horizon, it just might be time. To answer all your burning questions about diversifying, Scott and Greg sat down with RateLinx's Shannon Vaillancourt and Nate Endicott. Tune in to hear their expert take on overcoming common hurdles like data and technology, how to separate truth from myth and what you need to do to get started and keep succeeding in a volatile market.

Additional Links & Resources:

Learn more about Supply Chain Now: https://supplychainnow.com/program/supply-chain-now

Subscribe to Supply Chain Now and all other Supply Chain Now programs: https://supplychainnow.com/subscribe

Book a Demo with RateLinx: [email protected]

Leveraging Logistics and Supply Chain for Ukraine: https://vectorgl.com/stand-with-ukraine/

Post-COVID Strategies for Working Capital Survey: https://bit.ly/3yglyQj

WEBINAR- 3 ways to stay afloat through the supply chain crisis: A distributor’s story:  https://bit.ly/3uaUBeC

WEBINAR: Sustainability and Profitability: The ripple effect of shipping less air https://bit.ly/3A87xFM

This episode is hosted by Scott Luton and Greg White. For additional information, please visit our dedicated show page at: https://supplychainnow.com/regional-parcel-carriers-expand-carrier-network-beyond-942

From a DVD resume to leading some of the world's most complex supply chains, American Eagle Outfitters Executive Vice President Shekar Natarajan has seen and done it all. And now, he's sharing his wisdom with Scott and Enrique (and you). Tune in to hear Shekar's inspiring story, his thoughts on the importance of culture, competitive differentiation, what's next for American Eagle Outfitters and more.

Additional Links & Resources:

Learn more about Supply Chain Now: https://supplychainnow.com/program/supply-chain-now

Subscribe to Supply Chain Now and all other Supply Chain Now programs: https://supplychainnow.com/subscribe

Leveraging Logistics and Supply Chain for Ukraine: https://vectorgl.com/stand-with-ukraine/

Post-COVID Strategies for Working Capital Survey: https://bit.ly/3yglyQj

WEBINAR- 3 ways to stay afloat through the supply chain crisis: A distributor’s story:  https://bit.ly/3uaUBeC

WEBINAR: Sustainability and Profitability: The ripple effect of shipping less air https://bit.ly/3A87xFM

This episode is hosted by Scott Luton and Enrique Alvarez. For additional information, please visit our dedicated show page at: https://supplychainnow.com/lessons-logistics-leadership-american-eagle-outfitters-941

Another week, another Buzz with Scott and Greg! In this week's episode, the fearless duo welcomes Sylvia Judy, President of The Customs, Brokers and Freight Forwarders Association of Charleston, SC for an update on Southeastern port activity and labor negotiations in Germany. Plus, get Scott and Greg's take on the relationship between nearshoring and automation, balancing risk across suppliers and more.

Additional Links & Resources:

Learn more about Supply Chain Now: https://supplychainnow.com/program/supply-chain-now

Subscribe to Supply Chain Now and all other Supply Chain Now programs: https://supplychainnow.com/subscribe

Leveraging Logistics and Supply Chain for Ukraine: https://vectorgl.com/stand-with-ukraine/

Post-COVID Strategies for Working Capital Survey: https://bit.ly/3yglyQj

WEBINAR- 3 ways to stay afloat through the supply chain crisis: A distributor’s story:  https://bit.ly/3uaUBeC

WEBINAR: Sustainability and Profitability: The ripple effect of shipping less air https://bit.ly/3A87xFM

This episode is hosted by Scott Luton and Greg White. For additional information, please visit our dedicated show page at: https://supplychainnow.com/supply-chain-buzz-JAS-worldwide-940