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🎙️ During this episode, Santosh is joined by Max Garland, senior reporter at Supply Chain Dive, delving into the implications of political changes on supply chain dynamics, discussing the potential impacts of a second Trump term and a Harris administration. The episode also covers trends in the parcel market and shipper strategies amidst rising costs, the importance of adaptability in navigating evolving trade policies and market conditions, and so much more. Hear the full conversation 👇 https://lnkd.in/eXTtSaK8 #SupplyChainImplications #PoliticalChanges #AdaptingToMarketConditions

💬 The big news of the week was Waymo’s gigantic $5.6B funding round as it continues to expand its robotaxi services. Especially with the timing of just two weeks after the Tesla Cybercab robotaxi reveal just two weeks ago, the self-driving space continues to push ahead. Of note, Waymo hinted at “business applications” that could be referencing other parts of the supply chain including food and package deliveries or trucking. https://lnkd.in/eAUQn-A #WaymoFunding #RobotaxiExpansion #SelfDrivingRevolution

🗞️ Dive into the world of supply chain, mobility, and venture-scale businesses with the Dynamo Dispatch, your weekly update from our team at Dynamo. 👇🏼 https://lnkd.in/eAUQn-A

💼 Who's Hiring? 👩💻 Technical Field Manager at PaintJet in Texas (Remote). https://lnkd.in/eVBJRpVR Customer Success Manager at Solvento in Mexico City, MX. https://lnkd.in/eU2WvScK Senior Commercial Analyst/Manager at Gatik in Mountain View, CA. https://lnkd.in/gcEqC3bT Visit https://lnkd.in/eyNXwMtp for more job opportunities at our portfolio companies.

🗞️ US customs duties have increased over time, primarily driven by trade policies initiated during President Trump's first term and continued under the Biden administration. These tariffs, especially on Chinese imports, were initially used as a negotiation tool but later became a broader strategy to reduce dependence on foreign markets. https://lnkd.in/eAUQn-A #CustomsDuties #TradePolicies #TariffStrategy

🗞️ Boeing and its workers have reached a tentative agreement to end a five-week strike, offering a 35% wage increase over four years and improved 401(k) contributions, though pensions remain unchanged. The strike has cost Boeing $1B a month, halting jet production, and adding to the company's financial woes, which include $33B in losses tied to two fatal 737 MAX crashes. https://lnkd.in/eAUQn-A #BoeingStrikeEnds #WorkerAgreement #FinancialWoes

🎙️ This week on The Future of Supply Chain, we were joined by FreightCaviar and ShipperCRM Co-Founder Paul-Bernard Jaroslawski to break down the power of consistency and content marketing, and more. The episode offers valuable insights into building a strong community and driving business success in the logistics sector. Check it out! 👇🏼 https://lnkd.in/gCEFGFui #FutureOfSupplyChain #ConsistencyIsKey #LogisticsSuccess

"Stord is really a commerce enablement platform, leveling the playing field for brands of all sizes. Consumers today expect rapid, fast, trusted deliveries with easy returns and great visibility - and that's what really drives an online brands sales, loyalty, and retention." - Sean Henry Thank you Kristina Ayanian and Nasdaq for this interview!

💬 With two weeks until the US election, there’s been increased discussions on how the results will influence the global supply chain. We at Dynamo have been keeping a close eye on the potential impacts on not just imports and tariffs, but also if US funding might continue to flow to electrification. No matter what happens, we’ll continue to bring you the latest. https://lnkd.in/eAUQn-A #ElectionImpactOnSupplyChain #GlobalTrade #ElectrificationFunding

🎙️ Previously, Roadrunner Freight CEO Christopher Jamroz joined The Future of Supply Chain to talk about the greatest comeback in LTL. In this conversation, Santosh and Chris explore the transformative impact of technology and innovative business models in the less-than-truckload (LTL) freight sector. Chris shares his journey from investment banking to logistics, detailing Roadrunner's significant turnaround, and more. Take a listen and don’t forget to like and subscribe https://lnkd.in/dYcjCKs7 #FutureofSupplyChain #LTLFreight #RoadrunnerFreightCEO