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The Benefits and Challenges of Outsourcing in the Trucking Industry: An In-Depth Discussion

In this enlightening episode of the Trucking Risk and Insurance Podcast, hosts Chris and Johnny explore the concept of outsourcing, particularly in the trucking industry. Joined by Andrew Jacoby, CEO of Good Shepherd Staffing, the episode delves into the advantages and potential drawbacks of offshoring tasks.

Andrew provides a comprehensive overview of how his company connects businesses with skilled Filipino VAs through vocational schools in the Philippines. They analyze which tasks can be effectively outsourced, such as dispatching, scheduling, and customer service, while discussing real-world examples.

The conversation addresses the skepticism and trust issues often faced by traditional business owners and emphasizes the importance of trial and verification in successful outsourcing.

Practical advice, strategies, and personal anecdotes make this episode a valuable resource for those considering incorporating remote work solutions to optimize their operations.

Good Sheppard Staffing
Andrew Jocoby
goodshepherdstaffing.com
andrew@goodshepherdstaffing.com

John Farquhar
National Risk Services Specialist, Transportation, Gallager GGB
https://www.ajg.com/ca/
M: 437-341-0932
John_Farquhar@ajg.com

Chris Harris
CEO, Safety Dawg Inc.
905 973 7056
Chris@SafetyDawg.com
https://safetydawg.com/

00:00 Introduction to Outsourcing in Trucking
00:33 Meet Andrew Jacoby: CEO of Good Shepherd Staffing
01:36 How Trucking Companies Can Utilize Offshore Staffing
03:09 Case Study: Offshoring Safety Alerts
04:31 The Benefits of Overseas Staffing
10:05 Addressing Concerns About Remote Work
11:31 Real-World Examples of Successful Outsourcing
17:41 Training and Vetting Offshore Staff
24:54 The Future of Remote Work in Trucking
29:49 Final Thoughts and Contact Information


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