The domestic supply chain has changed in ways few could predict. It has rebuilt itself in new, dynamic ways, with a stronger version of Just-in-Time shipping emerging. It is called “Just-in-Time 2.0.” This new model keeps the best parts of the old system while focusing on shorter, resilient lines of transport with greater redundancy.

Host Jonathan Betz is joined by Dr. Thomas Goldsby, the Professor of Supply Chain Management at Haslam College of Business at the University of Tennessee, and Greg Plemmons, the Executive Vice President and Chief Operating Officer at Old Dominion Freight Line.

Their conversation explores the advantages and challenges of Just-in-Time 2.0, near-shoring options, and the new AI tools companies can access when planning for future demands.

Did Just-in-Case shipping solve Just-in-Time 1.0 supply chain issues? [1:41]

Advantages and challenges of Just-in-Time 2.0 shipping. [8:53]

Current geo-political business challenges and near-shoring opportunities. [12:26]

Has near-shoring improved supply chain resilience and can companies bear the cost? [17:30]

Does 3D printing or Additive Manufacturing lessen dependence on distant suppliers? [22:41]

The data analytics companies can use to predict demand accurately. [24:28]

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Every inch counts when it comes to shipping, and accurate dimensioning can tip the scales in your favor. When weighing options, precise pallet dimensioning can make shipping faster and more efficient while reducing surprises on the final bill.

Host Jonathan Betz is joined by Todd Polen, Vice President of Pricing Systems at Old Dominion, and Glenn Zalusky, the Vice President of Strategic Business at Rice Lake Weighing Systems to discuss the benefits of accurate measurements.

Their conversation explores how accurate pallet dimensioning is a game changer for the LTL industry, the downstream benefits to shippers, including improved speed, accuracy, and more predictable pricing, and how this cutting-edge technology is changing the industry by streamlining shipping and boosting the bottom line.

Dimensional freight and LTL carrier considerations. [1:02]

How technology increases the accuracy and speed of measurements. [4:50]

Pallet dimensioner: Pros and cons. [7:53]

Dimensioners and the challenges of irregular freight. [12:43]

How dimensional weights affect a carrier’s bottom line. [14:55]

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Rice Lake Weighing Systems

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Whether you are shipping across the country or around the world, the right packaging makes all the difference. As the emphasis on sustainability intensifies, the industry is rapidly evolving, with data playing a vital role. But cost and fragility of freight are factors that need to be considered.

Host Jonathan Betz is joined by Dr. Greg Batt, an Associate Professor of Packaging Sciences at Clemson University, and the director of the Sunoco Package Testing Laboratory in the Food, Nutrition, and Packaging Sciences Department. Dr. Batt holds a Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering and an M.S. in Packaging Science. Also joining the conversation is Geoff Stephany, the Director of Cargo Claims and Security at Old Dominion.

The conversation explores the principles that underpin product packaging and protection. Tune in to learn more about the intricate design hurdles faced by packaging professionals, making data useful, and efforts toward more sustainable packaging solutions.

A glimpse into the opportunities that exist in proper packaging. [1:08]

Why should packaging be a priority for shippers? [2:21]

Clemson’s Package Dynamics Lab. [4:58]

The changing and complex landscape of packaging and distribution. [8:02]

Tips for carriers on balancing packaging requirements and cost. [15:49]

The future of data analytics in packaging design. [18:53]

Government mandates and company commitments. [25:04]

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Clemson Packaging Dynamics Lab

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Shippers can direct freight-related questions to marketing@ODFL.com.