In today’s episode of Supply Chain Now, we discuss the critical role of truck drivers in the supply chain, representing nearly 73% of freight delivery in the United States, as we celebrate Truck Driver Appreciation Week. Welcome to The Buzz, powered by EasyPost!! Today, hosts Scott Luton and Kevin L. Jackson welcome special guest Kevin Lawton, Founder & Host of The New Warehouse podcast. Listen in as Scott and ‘Team Kevin” explore: The current state of the freight economy, highlighting the challenges faced by industry professionals amid a prolonged slump in freight pricing The significant concerns raised by the largest rail industry labor union regarding the proposed merger between Union Pacific and Norfolk Southern, which may significantly impact safety practices and workforce environments Truck Driver Appreciation Week, acknowledging the essential role that truck drivers play in the supply chain and the pressures they endure, as evidenced by survey data revealing their dissatisfaction The ramifications of the current freight market dynamics on operational efficiency, underscoring the necessity for innovation and adaptability in logistics Emerging trends in warehouse technology, particularly the integration of computer vision to improve operational efficiency Join us as we advocate for a greater appreciation of professional truck drivers,…

En este episodio de Supply Chain Now en Español, Sofía Rivas conversa con Margie Bazán, especialista en sostenibilidad y representante de BG Metal Trade, sobre un tema que todos tenemos literalmente en casa; la basura electrónica. Desde los celulares viejos que guardamos “por si acaso” hasta las laptops olvidadas del home office, Margie nos muestra que dentro de todo eso hay tesoros escondidos. El episodio nos sumerge en el fascinante mundo de la minería urbana, donde los metales preciosos se rescatan de aparatos en desuso para darles una segunda (o tercera) vida. Margie comparte cómo funciona este proceso, los retos en Latinoamérica y por qué Asia lleva la delantera. Además, nos deja una gran reflexión: el reciclaje no es solo un acto ambiental, sino una oportunidad para repensar la cadena de suministro y hacerla más circular. Conoce más de BG Metal Trade aquí: https://www.bgmetaltrade.com/conocenos/ Subscríbete a nuestro canal de YouTube: https://bit.ly/SCNE_YouTube Únete a nuestro newsletter: ⁠https://bit.ly/SCNE_Newsletter Síguenos en LinkedIn: ⁠https://bit.ly/SCNE_LinkedIn Síguenos en Instagram: @supplychainnow_enespanol #SupplyChainNowEnEspañol #CadenasCiruclares #LogísticaLatam #SupplyChain #CadenaDeSuministro #Circularidad #Sustentabilidad #PodcastEnEspañol