Bobby Holland is a man in the know. Nearing four decades of broad-based data processing, software engineering, and consulting experience, he is now the Vice President/Director of Freight Business Analytics, and in charge of the U.S. Bank Freight Payment Index. Published every quarter by U.S. Bank, it has become a go-to source of information for freight shipping trends at a national and regional level. Joining Bobby on this episode of the podcast is the returning Eric Olson, Sales Support Operations Director at Total Quality Logistics (TQL), where he has spent almost 20 years working in a variety of management roles. Listen in as the conversation focuses on the U.S. Bank 2023 Q4 Freight Payment Index, based on billions of dollars worth of spend data. Bobby reveals that one region of the country saw a huge drop in shipments of more than 25% year over year. Insights such as this, underpinned by raw and unquestionable data, are why companies such as TQL and supply chain professionals like Eric turn to it for valuable insights that help to underpin their own strategies. Through the podcast, the duo talk through seven key takeaways from the 2023 Q4 report, explaining some of the trends…

Today we’re breaking down the biggest forces reshaping global supply chains and the future of manufacturing, and exploring why companies are shifting from global collaboration to regional, domestic-first strategies—especially across the U.S. manufacturing ecosystem. Welcome to The Buzz, powered by Pegasus Logistics! In this episode of Supply Chain Now, hosts Scott Luton and Richard Donaldson welcome special guest Gary Bennett, Chief Integrated Supply Chain Officer at Array Technologies. Together they discuss: The technologies transforming operations today, including AI, automation, and digital tools redefining logistics and demand planning How the solar energy sector is rapidly scaling to meet skyrocketing demand The rising importance of utility-grade solar solutions as electricity demand surges from AI and data centers America’s manufacturing resurgence—powered by reshoring, new incentives for domestic content, and breakthrough energy technologies The potential future of space-based data centers and continual innovation in solar energy If you’re tracking the future of energy, manufacturing, and supply chain innovation, this episode is packed with insights you won’t want to miss.   This episode is hosted by Scott Luton and Richard Donaldson, and produced by Trisha Cordes, Joshua Miranda, and Amanda Luton.   Additional Links & Resources Check out all the great resources and information mentioned…