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In this edition: The cost of a conversation, Florida prepares for a Hurricane and Mexico avoids a strike.

In this edition: Identity theft for freight brokerages on the rise, Brake Safety Week is upon us, and the battle for terminals heats up.

In this edition: Sustainability discussions come to the table; China’s Golden Week’s prep; and two companies become one.

In this edition: breaking down the 2023 FIFA Women’s World Cup, the unforeseen side effect of rising demand in Mexico, and Yellow officially declares Chapter 11 bankruptcy. 

In this edition: The fallout from Yellow’s anticipated bankruptcy, UPS loses big to FedEx, and Hub Group throws down against the competition.

In this edition: What can Brown do for you, now that the strike has been averted?; the future of the LTL industry; and FedEx pilots stand their ground.

In this edition: What happens if Yellow and UPS stop delivering? And acquisition is Redwood’s game. 

In this edition: When the pipeline turns to people; reefer markets take off; and Yellow lives to see another day. 

In this edition: One state has over $20 in fireworks per resident; Yellow struggles with negotiations; and a double broker AMA hits Reddit. 

In this edition: It might be time to change the password; new Container Atlas findings; and is it double brokering if it’s “responsible”?

In this edition: The FMCSA has issued final guidance on the broker and agent divide and there are big doings in the West Coast labor talks.

In this edition: Comparing freight broker commission rates; Stopping corn at the border; and some C-suite shuffling. 

In this edition: West Coast labor union talks get ramped up a notch; Canada goes head-to-head with Mexico; and C.H. Robinson finds a new CEO. 

In this edition: Brake Safety Day results released; noncompetes return to the limelight; and Nikola has to get creative.

In this edition: How influencers need a 3PL; noncompetes come for the C-suite; and the first installment of double broker red flags.

In this edition: Earnings season highlights, the rise in flatbed demand and Roadcheck starts Wednesday.

In this edition: International Roadcheck is around the corner — prepare now; quiet quitting won’t die; and Alaska is the new frontier.

Inside this edition: Gen Zers enter the workforce knowing their worth and not settling for less, Mexico continues to boom, and California comes up with another rule about trucks.

Inside this edition: Appeals court rules in favor of Landstar

Inside this edition: It’s never too late to adopt sustainable choices; head on to the blue markets; and the battle rages on for TravelCenters of America.

Inside this edition: West Coast port labor talks continue; sustainability initiatives increasing stock prices; and another acquisition on the books.

Inside this edition: What a 32-hour workweek looks like for the supply chain; the weight of Easter candy; and Mexico collects another auto manufacturer.

Inside this edition: The battle over broker transparency might finally be over; carrier retention helps in the long term; and the claim for TravelCenters of America gets another player. 

Inside this edition: Sustainability measures become costly; fully automated warehouses could be the answer; and Walmart’s freshest collab.

Inside this edition: Mexico hits back-to-back trading partner win; omnichannel the next big move for 3PLs; and big developments in the land of C.H. Robinson.

Inside this edition: the Amazon Effect on the supply chain; AI’s role in forecasting; and some acquisitions and growth sweeping the nation.

Inside this edition: workplace trends for 2023; growing demand for industrial space at the border; and the hunt for a new CEO.

Inside this edition: Showdown between freight forwarders and customs brokers; FMCSA’s new regulations; and shiny new purchases for Overhaul and DHL.

Inside this edition: Double-brokering tips; the stats on Valentine’s Day; and 2023 might have its theme of the year.

Inside this edition: A merger or acquisition might be worth considering; big trends in the supply chain world this year; and a cannabis/3PL deal closes.

Inside this edition: The U.S. Bank Freight Payment Index makes a splash; for-hire carrier rankings are out; and Nowports comes stateside.

Inside this edition: Regulations for customs brokers get a facelift; Laredo is the MVP; and Credit Suisse provides some new year ratings.

Inside this edition: Warehousing automation will be key; the automotive sector is hot for 2023; and an upsetting trend hits too close to home.

Inside this edition: designer brands relying more on 3PLs; Mexico gains another manufacturer; and more acquisitions.

Inside this edition: It’s time for Lunar New Year stoppages; rent is on the rise; and big promotions in the logistics world.

Inside this edition: Accessibility training for visually impaired freight brokers; California continues to be complicated; and GXO sets the bar high.

Inside this edition: FTC proposes to ban noncompetes; the nonshortage shortage of medicine; and Estes moves to hand down the family business. 

Inside this edition: Nearshoring to Mexico on the rise; Canada comes out on top again; Not your average Super 8-K makes headlines.

Inside this edition: Money can’t fix a people problem; FMCSA announces new oversight plan; and Forward Air adds to its family.

Inside this edition: Prospecting gets creative; size matters in final mile delivery; and C.H. Robinson makes executive changes.

FreightWaves’ Mary O’Connell and David Spencer, director of business intelligence at Arrive Logistics, cover the December market update.

FreightWaves’ Mary O’Connell David Spencer, director of business development at Arrive Logistics, cover the December market update.

FreightWaves’ Mary O’Connell and Scott Lord, senior vice president of parcel at Redwood Logistics, discuss all things parcel shipping.

Mary O’Connell and Andrew Smith, founder and CEO of Outrider, sit down to talk about all things warehousing and automation

Mary O’Connell and Alex Schwarm, head of data at Arrive Logistics, sit down to talk about all things tech innovation and integration.

FreightWaves’ Mary O’Connell and Redwood Logistics Chief Innovation Officer Eric Rempel, sit down to talk about all things tech innovation and integration.

FreightWaves’ Mary O’Connell and Leaf Logistics CEO and co-founder Anshu Prasad sit down to talk about carrier compliance and the role technology plays.

FreightWaves’ Mary O’Connell and Arrive Logistics’ David Spencer dive into the September market update.

FreightWaves’ Mary O’Connell and Nuvocargo’s Anaid Chacón sit down to talk about all things U.S.-Mexico cross-border and the rise of women in logistics and leadership positions.

FreightWaves’ Mary O’Connell and David Spencer from Arrive Logistics dive into the August market update.

FreightWaves’ Mary O’Connell and Brian Glick from Chain.io, dive into all things ocean freight.

FreightWaves’ Mary O’Connell and Vector.ai’s James Coombes sit down to talk about all things concerning electronic data interchanges.

Inside this edition: CVSA Brake Safety Week; Canada is No. 1; and robots and hot dogs come together.

FreightWaves’ Mary O’Connell and JP Wiggins from 3G dive into market corrections, the benefits of a good TMS and being a resource to customers.

Inside this edition: Preventing daily fires … the pessimistic outlook on carrier retention … The newest fixer-upper.

Inside this edition: What is everyone upgrading? … 2021 was the MVP year … More acquisitions in Q3

FreightWaves’ Mary O’Connell and Kyle Ingraham from AFC Logistics dive into technology upgrades, when to abandon a legacy system and whether you can have too much technology.

Inside this edition: Getting just the right amount of Tech upgrades; A rift among former customer and service provider; and a newbie joins Nuvocargo’s ranks.

Inside this edition: Getting ahead of claims, the task force with the hottest acronym, and someone just leveled up.

Inside this edition: Know what the claims team needs to be successful; LTL quarterly results come in hot; and the tribe has spoken.

FreightWaves’ Mary O’Connell and John Rattay of Redwood Logistics dive into why shippers aren’t getting what they want from their logistics service providers in terms of environmental, social and governance initiatives.

Inside this edition: the rise of ESG initiatives, congestion up again and the future of shopping malls.

FreightWaves’ Mary O’Connell sits down with Scott Schara, chief commercial officer and president of 3PL services at BlueGrace Logistics, to talk about selling in a down market.

FreightWaves’ Mary O’Connell sits down with Sanjay Chopra, CEO and co-founder of Cognistx, to talk about the benefits of AI and clean data.

FreightWaves’ Mary O’Connell and TraxGroup’s Chris Cassidy sit down to talk about sustainability and the future of freight audit and payment.

Frightwaves’ Mary O’Connell and Joe Antoshak take a deep dive into the company’s broker compensation white paper.

Freightwaves’ Mary O’Connell and Arrive’s David Spencer return with a June market update.

FreightWaves’ Mary O’Connell sits down with Bill Thayer and Rob Caucci, co-founders of Fillogic, to talk about issues with final mile and how to make it less of a headache.

FreightWaves’ Mary O’Connell talks with Anshu Prasad about creating reliable and effective transportation networks.

FreightWaves’ Mary O’Connell sits down to talk with David Spencer about market conditions in April as well as what we can expect to see from May.

FreightWaves’ Mary O’Connell sits down to talk with Scott Watanabe about building an effective training program from the ground up.

FreightWaves’ Mary O’Connell and Convoy’s Jennifer Wong sit down to talk about decarbonizing the supply chain and the importance of progress over perfection.

FreightWaves’ Mary O’Connell and Armstrong Transport Group’s Jim Bivens sit down to cover recruitment and the impact of having total support from an organization.

FreightWaves’ Mary O’Connell and FreightVana’s Shannon Breen sit down to cover the hottest collaboration of the year.

FreightWaves’ Mary O’Connell and ArcBest’s Steven Leonard sit down to cover all things LTL and how to avoid unnecessary charges

FreightWaves’ Mary O’Connell and Joe Antoshak sit down to talk about the top 500 for-hire carrier list and the 2022 driver pay guide just completed.

FreightWaves’ Mary O’Connell and Ryan Rogers from TextLocate sit down to talk about the world of visibility and the struggles that come with knowing where your freight is at all times.

Don’t fear flatbed shipments, give them a chance; Future of Supply Chain speakers; and the Port of Mobile gets a face-lift.

FreightWaves’Mary O’Connelland Kurtis Tryber from EXO Freight sit down to talk about all things flatbed: booking loads, how to get information you need to get started in flatbed and some of the craziest flatbed moves.

FreightWaves is pedal to the metal for 2022, Russian cargo is no longer a concern for global shipping market, and port congestion might be easing, someday maybe.

Air cargo is booming, Everest Transportation hasn’t missed a beat in Ukraine, and truck maintenance prices are climbing to new heights.

FreightWaves’ Mary O’Connell and Thomas Wasson sit down to talk about best practices when booking trucks and how to help others avoid rookie mistakes when booking their first loads.

Trips down memory lane provide clarity for newbies in the industry, Ukrainian workers’ absence sends shockwaves through the industry, and the People’s Convoy keeps on trucking to Washington.

Mary O’Connell and David Spencer, director of business intelligence at Arrive Logistics, sit down to talk about the freight market in February and the outlook for 2022.

Mary O’Connell and Nick Dangles, co-founder at Kinetic, sit down to talk about the importance of training for new hires and existing employees.

Mary O’Connell and David Cook, director of sales at CPC Logistics, sit down to talk about driver retention and providing support to private fleets.

Mary O’Connell and Shay Lynn Dixon chat about carrier sourcing, retention and the intricacies of high-value freight.

The RFP process should be easier, vaccination mandates cause border woes, and the power of rail.

Mary O’Connell and Raddy Velkov chat about building a strong carrier network and when to craft a relationship with a good carrier.

Mary O’Connell and Brian Cristol chat about performance measurement and data management problems in the supply chain.

Mary O’Connell and Ingrid Brown chat about what drivers want from brokers and account managers and what makes a good broker.

Mary O’Connell and Grace Sharkey sit down and talk about what freight trends they expect in 2022, the weirdest things they’ve moved and how to make a successful environment for new people getting into brokering.

Mary O’Connell and Thomas Wasson sit down and talk about what freight trends we saw this year, our expectations for the new year, and some of our favorite stories from the planning and brokering days.

Mary O’Connell and Sarah Eggleston sit down and talk about sales from prospecting to implementation as well as evaluating their needs to keep everyone happy.

Mary O’Connell, Josie Blanco and Anaid Chacon Bryce Williford talk about changes to invoicing requirements by the Mexican Tax Authority.

Mary O’Connell and Bill Morrisroe of iShared sit down to talk about shared truckload and how to get away from LTL overlength fees.

Host Mary O’Connell discusses process improvement with Cargo Chief’s Chris Arrendondo.

Mary O’Connell and JP Hampstead, Director of Passport Research at FreightWaves, sit down to talk about Q3 earnings, what the future of acquisitions might be and what the most surprising thing to come out of earnings season.

Continuous moves might be way underutilized; oil prices aren’t helping on the spot rate market; and the Santa 18 Act could do a lot for youths interested in trucking.

In the inaugural episode of Check Call the podcast. Mary O’Connell sits down with co-CEO’s and Founders of FreightVana, Shannon Breen and John Gamero to talk tech upgrades, automation, and valuation. Subscribe to Check Call newsletter […]