Cargo Shorts

Episode 20: Creating Value Beyond the Shipment: How OD's Strategy and People Deliver an Outstanding Customer Experience

In this episode of Cargo Shorts, Chris Kelley, Senior Vice President of Operations, and Chip Overbey, Senior Vice President of Strategic Planning at Old Dominion Freight

Episode 19: The Crossroads of Load Planning & Data: Maximize Efficiency to Minimize Costs

Load Planning is the hidden hero of successful LTL shipping.   In the LTL industry, Load Planning is the difference between a high-performing supply chain and a costl

Episode 18: Accurate Data Allows for Better Promises and Commitments

Achieving robust data integrity across your logistics platform does far more than just maximize on-time, in-full (OTIF) performance and minimize claims and invoicing disc

Ep. 17: Density-Based Shipping: A Guide to the 2025 NMFC Changes with ODFL's Seth Bauer & the NMFTA's Keith Peterson

With the upcoming National Motor Freight Classification (NMFC) system changes — Docket 2025-1 — poised to boost carrier efficiency and potentially lower shipping costs, t

Ep. 16: Boosting Supply Chain Efficiency Through Must Arrive By Dates with Greg Plemmons & Chris Kelley of OD

Must Arrive By Date (MABD) shipping has become a cornerstone for retailers and supply chains alike. Born out of the need for efficiency and precision, MABD's mandate that

Ep. 15: The Evolving Supply Chain with Greg Plemmons of OD & Dr. Thomas Goldsby of the University of Tennessee

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

Ep. 14: Accurate Dimensions Affect the Bottom Line with Todd Polen of OD & Glenn Zalusky of Rice Lake Weighing Systems

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 shipp

Ep. 13: Packaging Sciences: Exploring the Future with Clemson Univ.'s Dr. Greg Batt & Geoff Stephany of OD

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

Ep. 12: Emerging Technologies, API Standardization, and the Future of LTL Shipping with OD's Barry Craver and NMFTA's Paul Dugent

Automation and digitization are rapidly transforming the LTL industry, enabling greater transparency and visibility. Seamless technology fosters improved planning, pricin

Ep. 11: How Can Shippers Use Data to Guide Their Decision-Making? With OD CEO Marty Freeman and Mastio's Kevin Huntsman

The findings from Mastio's annual study of LTL carriers help shippers evaluate carriers based on many important attributes.   Shippers need to choose the right partne

Ep. 10: Unpacking the Freight Classification System with Expert Erin Topper

Understanding freight classification is a critical part of the shipping process. If freight is not properly classified or wrong item numbers are used, the most accurate r

Ep. 09: Holiday Shipping Season Expectations with Rutgers Business School's Dr. Tony Bell and OD's Steve Hartsell

Customer expectations are growing as economic stress factors remain, giving rise to an uncertain holiday season.   Retailers face their peak period during this season

Ep. 08: Navigating Retail Supply Chains with Former Walmart Executive Joe Metzger and OD's Greg Plemmons

How can carriers evolve to navigate retail supply chain complexities and future consumer expectations?   The pandemic caused a seismic shift in the industry and resul

Ep. 07: Digitization Brings Transparency, Efficiency, & Trust with Todd Polen and Scooter Sayers

There are many reasons for shippers and carriers to share information including better planning, better pricing, and cost savings. It benefits all parties to work togethe

Ep. 05: Maintaining Brand Value for Long Term Success with Chip Overbey and Thom Albrecht

Well-known, established companies have successfully navigated downturns by focusing on their foundational principles and values. Maintaining relevance in their markets ha

Ep. 06: Customer Loyalty Begins with Employee Loyalty with Greg Plemmons and Scott Deming

Anyone who buys goods and services knows how important customer service is, but how can companies deliver it successfully and consistently? What is the difference between

Ep. 04: How to Keep Domestic Supply Chains Operating During Disruption with Chip Overbey and Prof. Jeffrey Bergstrand

During 2022, the industry has continued to experience global supply chain challenges and the effect it has had on the American economy. The pandemic disrupted global supp

Ep. 03: The Future of Freight Payment and Race Towards Automation with Todd Polen and Curtis Garrett

The trucking industry, specifically less than truckload carriers, has reached an inflection point where digitization and automation are critical parts of the industry's f

Ep. 02: The Total Cost of Transportation with Ed Garner and Lisa Anderson

The rising cost of transportation bottlenecks and service delays have left logistics managers with much to manage. Calculating the total cost of these issues is difficult

Ep. 01: Just-in-Time — When Supply Chains are Backlogged with Greg Plemmons and Bob Costello

For decades, companies have used a just-in-time inventory model to reduce excess supply and create a lean production process. But recently, we've seen firms take a more c