JOZ Bytes - the Podcast
Come take a listen to our Road Scholar Chris, a professional in the industry for 25+ years, as he tackles some of the biggest topics in the industry. Simplifying the World of Transportation & Supply Chain - one Byte at a time.
You can listen to JOZ Bytes on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Anchor, Youtube, Breaker, Google Podcasts, & more!
Re-calibration: Part One
It seems that the Transportation Industry is going through a process of forced change... or is it just a Re-calibration? Is this just inevitable change that's been sped toward implementation by the circumstances of our recent past?
Truth & Consequences | A Virtual Capacity Crunch
CAPACITY is certainly and issue in today's domestic and international logistics marketplaces. Constraints are both "real" with physical elements and "virtual" with a productivity elements. Take a listen to the truth of it and the consequences of both.
Planes, Trains, & Automobiles | Security as a Deterrent
Land, Sea and Air Ports are vulnerable points of concern. Security is paramount for all modes of transportation, but for these three specifically. Join us for a discussion with a Security Expert in the Transportation Sector.
EDUCATION & ENERGY | JOZ Bytes: Ep 20
As a leader with Orion Solutions Group, Dave Porter is an advocate for the transportation logistics industry and those that have chosen it as a career path. Keep educating yourself and bring energy into the process. Those two elements will bring you success in this Industry, or any other.
Drug & Alcohol Clearinghouse | Mini JOZ Byte: Episode 19
Sounding off with a short take on the effect on DRIVER SUPPLY in an industry in desparate need of quality CDL professionals. The D&A Clearinghouse has a robust process - but, few drivers with violations are going through the official "Return-to-Duty" steps. So, what can we do to fill the void?
Episode 18: REAL TALK Q&A
It's time to have a Q&A with our "Real Talk" partner, Jennifer. Together we tackle some viewer comments and questions - regarding everything from the Indirect Source Rule to Working from Home.
Episode 17: TRUCK TALK - Expertise & Execution w/ Lightning Xpress
The "Local to Los Angeles" Trucking community is as diverse as it is large. On this episode of JOZ Bytes, we converse with Adan from Lightning Xpress and get into the nitty-gritty - DRAYAGE, REGULATIONS & RETENTION understanding the MARKET, DRIVER-CENTRIC philosophy, and HONESTY & INTEGRITY on the journey to SUCCESS.
Episode 15: Trust the Trust Fund?
The Highway Trust Fund is about to expire... again. So how will it be funded this time? A lifeline? Higher taxes? New "Miles Driven" taxes? Or, will it rely on borrowing from the General Fund? The big question: Can we trust the Trust Fund?
Episode 13: Regulatory Capture
Regulations are in the public interest... right? Or are regulatory entities destined to be dominated by those they are supposed to regulate? Let's buckle up and dive into the detail on this new addition of JOZ Bytes.
Episode 11: The American Jobs Plan
President Joe Biden is the Man with the Plan. But, is it an infrastructure plan? A jobs plan? Or is it a plan for debt in perpetuity? On Episode 11 of JOZ Bytes, iLevel’s Road Scholar tackles the hot topic “The American Jobs Plan”.
Episode 8 - A Clog in the Pipes
It's vital that the networks stay fluid. When a clog in the pipes appears, bad things tend to happen. So you need to be prepared for when the supply chain gets messy.
Episode 7 - React to PRO ACT
Congress Passes the Pro Act, Diesel fuel is climbing, helping to push alternatives and Infrastructure is on the horizon.......maybe.
Episode 6 - Drivers Want to Drive
It's time to revisit the challenges of finding, hiring and retaining professional truck drivers. Old measures no longer "measure up". A Paradigm shift regarding the profession is long overdue.
Episode 2 - Indirect Source Rule
Discussion around South County Air Quality Management District potential rule placing new restrictions on warehouses to combat "fugitive" emissions.