Unlocking Supply Chain Visibility: A Conversation with Iliriana Kaçaniku of Open Visibility Network In this enlightening episode of "Full of Ship," we are thrilled to host Iliriana Kaçaniku, the Vice President for Strategy & Innovation at the Open Visibility Network (OVN). With over two decades of experience in cultivating open systems through Open Innovation, Open Government, and Open Society, Iliriana is a seasoned leader and systems thinker, driving impact through innovative interventions and strategic opportunities. ?️ Show Notes: Introductions & Background: Iliriana shares her ..read more

In this riveting episode of "Full of Ship," we are elated to have Anya Skomorokhova, Co-founder & Chief Operating Officer of PorterLogic. Embark with us on this enlightening expedition into the world of B2B SaaS and supply chain optimization, as Anya shares her invaluable insights and experiences. From leading B2B SaaS product teams to establishing PorterLogic, her journey is nothing short of inspirational. Dive in as we uncover the nuances of data-driven decision-making in the realm of supply chain operations. ??️ Topics: Introductions & Background: Anya introduces herself and shares ..read more

In this compelling episode of "Full of Ship," we are thrilled to welcome Miles Varghese, Growth Product Manager at Expedock. Join us as we voyage through the intricate channels of the logistics industry, enlightened by Miles' profound insights. With an illustrious background that spans numerous achievements in the realm of logistics and technology, Miles offers a fresh and informed perspective on the current challenges and future predictions for the industry. ??️ Topics: Introductions & Background: Miles takes us on a journey through his impressive career, detailing his experiences and ..read more

n this riveting episode of "Full of Ship," we have the pleasure of hosting Matthew Silver, the VP of Strategic Partnerships at Greenscreens.ai. Dive into a conversation that scales the breadth and depth of the logistics industry, touching upon the powerful transformation led by Greenscreens.ai - an entity that promises pricing precision unlike any other. Matt, with his diverse background from grassroots small businesses to an executive leadership role at one of the most rapidly growing freight brokerages globally, brings a unique perspective to the table. His "better together" mantra is the No ..read more

Kyle Henderson is joined by David Applegate, Founder of ImportYeti, to discuss how the company leverages U.S. customs sea shipment data to streamline supplier discovery, tips on setting up & maintaining supplier relationships, and how ImportYeti's data aid in the negotiation and cost management aspects of these relationships. 5:06 Data-Driven Successful Supplier Relationships 13:54 Negotiation/Cost Management in Import/Export Business 24:41 Risk Management in the Logistics Industry 33:24 Tips for newcomers or established players in the logistics and supply chain industry ..read more

Kyle Henderson is joined by Eric Johnson, Senior Technology Editor, JOC to discuss their industry newsletter The LogTech Letter, current popularity of supply chain in mainstream media, causes of port congestion, and the increase of consumer demand & its impact. 3:39 - Read Eric's Newsletter "The LogTech Letter” at https://ericjohnson.substack.com/ 5:15 - The Supply Chain is of Great Interest by Mainstream Media - Eric & Kyle talk about how the supply chain is now water cooler/newsworthy beyond Trade mags, including CNET! 9:14 - What is Causing Port Congestions? 12:43 - Increase Consu ..read more

7:10 Partnerships for End-to-End Visibility 10:04 Business Requirements, Customer needs and Expectations In Air Freight 17:03 What are the tiers of data importance in the visibility space? 29:17 What does the next year look like for air freight rates? 33:40 What does market visibility mean for end-to-end visibility? 35:30 What are other elements of visibility that companies should be considering? 40:20 What will the future decision makers look like ..read more

Jim McCullen, Chief Information Officer of Century Distribution Systems joins Full of Ship to discuss tech solutions, trends for successful tech implementation, and his experience in the field. Jim was very kind to offer his course Control Your Day - Microsoft Outlook Email Mastery System for FREE to our listeners! Coupon Code: FULLOFSHIP https://www.udemy.com/course/control-your-day/ 7:57 - Let's talk organization 10:30 - Do tech companies do enough to educate buyers on possibilities of data? 14:24 - What tech solution started to change the space? 19:22 - How do you advise owners to proper ..read more

2:42 With your focus on quality data and geofencing, who are Kestrel's customers? 5:02 What do you think the buyers in the market are focused on around automation? 9:41 How do you build trust in data quality? 15:52 Is the industry trending toward ecosystems or monoliths? 18:38 What is next for Kestrel? 20:31 Where does support fall into the overall solution? 22:40 What about indoor geofencing? Is there demand for that? 26:39 What's the 'State of affairs' for geofence standards? 35:25 What does the future look like for geo-related supply chain tech ..read more

How Ken Lyons Landed on the Cover of Wired Magazine in 1999 Where is the market today in end-to-end supply chain visibility? What should shippers think about when it comes to implementing new supply chain technology products? Is the chasing of Amazon’s logistics prowess realistic? How do companies look to compete, how do they stay competitive with those expectations? Ken’s Supply Chain Predictions ..read more