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The Magic of Load Planning: Faster, Cheaper, Better

In this episode of Supply Chain Now, hosts Scott Luton and Tandreia Bellamy welcome John Wharff, Senior Manager of Sales Engineering at EasyPost, to dive into the critical world of load planning and shipping optimization. John shares insights on how companies can drive cost savings and efficiency through better cartonization, palletization, and the implementation of advanced tools like MagicLogic.

He explains the importance of data-driven decisions, human error reduction, and the evolving role of automation and AI in modern supply chains. The conversation also covers real-world examples of how businesses can make simple yet impactful improvements to their shipping operations.

 

This episode is hosted by Scott Luton and Tandreia Bellamy, and produced by Trisha Cordes, Joshua Miranda, and Amanda Luton.

 

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