The Final Mile

For today's podcast, we selected the all-too-interesting topic of... data. Interesting might be a strong word, but nevertheless data is what makes your supply chain thrive. Data is required for visibility, efficiency, and analysis of your providers. It can save you significant time and money when reaching the last mile. 

Given its importance, we recognize the lack of knowledge and understanding many have of data and how it works. Many think data is too complex or out of their skill set, but we disagree. For today's show, we've broken down the basics of data with Luanne Allen, Director of eTrac Services. Listen as we cover:

It can seem a daunting task to connect your system to the systems of regional or small carriers, but understanding the data and technology behind the connections and working with the right partner makes it the right choice.

For more last mile resources visit www.eTracFinalMile.com. 

Learn more about our expert, Luanne Allen, here: www.linkedin.com/in/luanne-allen-a13b0b8/

What is going on with parcel? From surcharges to capacity caps to an October Prime Day it seems like a storm is brewing in parcel. We had the pleasure of sitting down with Brian Byrd, EVP of Operations at Transportation Impact, to learn what's coming for parcel during peak season, including:

Tune in to learn the state of the Parcel market going into peak and beyond!

Brian Byrd is the EVP of Operations at Transportation Impact. After graduating from UNC Chapel Hill, Bryan began his carrier in equity markets. In 2012, he transitioned to Transportation Impact as a Business Analyst. Brian has worked through advanced leadership roles including Parcel Audit and Negotiation services. He excels in all areas of supply chain optimization and strategy with the goal of delivering a cost reduction.

You can find Brian Byrd on LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/brian-byrd-ti/

You can learn more about Transportation Impact on their website: www.transportationimpact.com/

For more last mile resources, news, and information visit the eTrac website: www.eTracFinalMile.com

This week we sat down with Bryan Wyatt of Chainalytics and Danny Barfield of eTrac to answer all of your questions about surviving 2020's unprecedented peak season. We discussed:

About the guests

Bryan Wyatt is a principal in Chainalytics' transportation consulting practice. He brings 20+ years of experience to this role—both as a shipper at The Home Depot and Georgia Pacific as well as a carrier specializing in last mile delivery—where he helps companies assess and optimize their transportation processes, organization and costs. Brian was named a 2020 Pro To Know by Supply & Demand Chain Executive, and he's an instructor at the Georgia Tech Supply Chain & Logistics Institute.

www.Chainalytics.com

Find Bryan on LinkedIn

Danny Barfield is the Executive Vice President at eTrac, helping companies save time and money as they reach the last mile. With "30 years +" in the industry, he has worked in carrier management, technology, operations and sales for companies including Datatrac, Fedex Freight, Dynamex and more. 

www.eTracFinalMile.com

Find Danny on LinkedIn

The most valuable 15 minutes you'll spend today. Record-setting rates and shipment limits have companies scrambling to find new ways to reach the last mile for peak season. Is it too late? We say it's not. Today, Luanne Allen, director of eTrac services, will cover:

- Why people are leaving the large national carriers in droves

- Where to start looking for alternatives to large national carriers

- How to find a multi-carrier network

- How long finding and onboarding a multi-carrier network should take

- How to maintain visibility as you onboard these new carriers

To find capacity now, visit www.eTracFinalMile.com. 

A revolutionary year for last mile has required unprecedented innovation from supply chain professionals. At the core of success in last mile is utilizing technology that will help you overcome challenges and build a thriving supply chain. On this webinar you will learn about:

See the full webinar at: https://www.etracfinalmile.com/blog/overcoming-challenges-succeed-in-last-mile-deliveries/

About the speaker: 

Jon Ward has been the VP and CSO Elite EXTRA for nearly a decade and is responsible for new sales development, support and market research. Jon has spent the last several years working closely with retailers and couriers to solve the challenges of last mile deliveries and streamline the delivery process. His experience with retailers and couriers nationwide has given him a vast and in-depth understanding of the markets we serve and have paved the way for the future of advanced dispatching in these markets. Learn more about Jon and Elite EXTRA at www.EliteExtra.com. 

As the holidays approach and capacity becomes scarce, knowing how to optimize your existing capacity is vital. Learn from last mile expert, Danny Barfield, as he explains how to make the most out of your existing capacity. In this 15 minute webinar, you will learn:

Watch the full webinar presentation here: www.etracfinalmile.com/blog/watch-protecting-your-last-mile-by-optimizing-existing-capacity/

About the speaker: Danny Barfield is the Executive Vice President of eTrac, where he brings a depth of industry experience. He's worked in many areas of the final mile including American Freightways (now FedEx Freight), Expeditors International, and Dynamex. His experience includes carrier management, technology development and implementation, and supply chain consulting. Learn more about Danny Barfield here: www.etracfinalmile.com/our-team/danny-barfield/

As we enter into a peak season unlike any other, is your last mile up for the challenge? Experts predict that orders will result in a 700 million package capacity shortage. This, combined with higher accessorials and surcharges from the large national carriers can ruin your typical peak season plans. In this insightful episode, our last mile expert, Luanne Allen, will cover how to prepare your last mile for peak season during a pandemic. 

There is no shortage of methods to reach the last mile, but are they setting you up for success? Building a comprehensive network that allows your supply chain the agility to thrive in any environment is key. 

In this podcast, our expert, Luanne Allen, explains:

Learn more about the Final Mile and eTrac at www.eTracFinalMile.com.