Revolutionizing the Road: Trimble's Tech Solutions with Kelly Williams

Kelly Williams and Joe Lynch discuss revolutionizing the road: Trimble's tech solutions. Kelly is the VP, Product Management of Trimble Transportation, a technology company that offers a suite of transportation technology solutions, including fleet management, route optimization, and freight visibility tools, to improve efficiency and safety. Summary: Revolutionizing the Road: Trimble's Tech Solutions Join host Joe Lynch as he dives into a fascinating conversation with Kelly Williams from Trimble Transportation, about the cutting-edge technological innovations reshaping the logistics and trucking industry. From in-depth discussions about Trimble's impact through solutions like PC*Miler and TMW Suite to the comprehensive examination of the importance of PC*Miler as a crucial software for the logistics sector, the interview explores the transformative nature of technology in freight transportation. Kelly shares details of the upcoming Trimble Insight Tech Conference, the challenges and advancements in transportation tech, and Kelly's own career journey from Schneider to Trimble, highlighting her focus on improving the industry for truck drivers. Engage with critical issues such as app fatigue among drivers, the fragmented nature of the industry, the vital role of AI and business intelligence, and the necessity of involving frontline workers in technology development. Discover how Trimble is integrating AI to revolutionize its tools and the synergy between freight brokerage and asset management through tech optimization. Gain insider knowledge on the industry's response to technology and the steps Trimble is taking to enhance trucking productivity. Listen as Joe and Kelly invite listeners to a world of opportunities at Trimble Insight Tech Conference and the NMFTA Cyber Security Conference sponsored by Trimble. #TrimbleTechInnovation #TransportationTransformation #FreightFutures About Kelly Williams Kelly Williams is the VP, Product Management within Trimble’s transportation sector. After spending 20 years at a carrier, Williams is leveraging her experience to develop cutting-edge technology aimed at optimizing and transforming how the transportation industry moves freight. Since joining Trimble, Williams has led product development and strategy for Trimble's award-winning dynamic freight procurement solution, Engage Lane. About Trimble Transportation Trimble Transportation provides fleets with solutions to create a fully integrated supply chain. With an intelligent ecosystem of products and services, Trimble Transportation enables customers to embrace the rapid technological evolution of the industry and connect all aspects of transportation and logistics — trucks, drivers, back office, freight and assets. Trimble Transportation delivers an open, scalable platform to help customers make more informed decisions and maximize performance, visibility and safety. Key Takeaways: Revolutionizing the Road: Trimble's Tech Solutions Learn about the revolutionary impact of Trimble's logistics technology, including PC*Miler and the TMW Suite. Hear how PC*Miler is setting the standard in freight transportation with route optimization and precise mileage calculations. Discover the benefits of attending Trimble's Insight Tech Conference for networking and the latest industry insights. Gain understanding of app fatigue among drivers and the drive towards AI-enhanced, user-friendly technology. Explore Trimble's strategies for improving productivity by addressing the fragmented nature of the transportation industry. Understand the role of AI in logistics through examples like AI assistants and supply-demand prediction tools. Learn about the increasing crossover between freight brokerage and asset-based carriers, and how tech optimizes operations. Timestamps (00:00:02) Revolutionizing Road Logistics (00:00:24) Driving Transportation Tech (00:03:30) Standardizing Mileage in Logistics (00:05:22) The Must-Attend Transport Tech Event (00:09:12) Improving Trucking with Technology (00:18:18) Improving Driver Experience (00:20:37) Investment vs. Productivity in Transport (00:25:45) Trucking Industry Fragmentation (00:26:29) Advancing Tech with Frontline Feedback (00:35:50) The Evolving Freight Landscape (00:38:42) AI Transforming Transportation Tech (00:44:09) Revolutionizing Trucking with Tech (00:45:43) Innovating Trucking Productivity (00:46:42) Insights into Trimble's Conferences (00:50:59) Wrapping Up with Logistics Leaders Learn More About Revolutionizing the Road: Trimble's Tech Solutions Kelly Williams | Linkedin Trimble Transportation | Linkedin Trimble Transportation Trimble Insight Tech Conference NMFTA Cybersecurity Conference 2024 The Logistics of Logistics Podcast If you enjoy the podcast, please leave a positive review, subscribe, and share it with your friends and colleagues. 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The Logistics of Logistics is a podcast hosted by industry expert Joe Lynch. Joe interviews founders, executives, and innovators who are shaping the future of logistics and supply chain. Topics include transportation, logistics, warehousing, technology, supply chain, and ecommerce. The Logistics of Logistics audience expects an inside perspective of what’s next in logistics and supply chain delivered via podcasts, videos, and articles. Topics include: Transportation Topics Small package, Small parcel, Air Cargo, Ocean Shipping, Ocean freight, Bulk carriers, Cargo ships, Container ships, Tankers (ocean tankers), Refrigerated ships (reefers), Roll-on/roll-off ships, Multi-purpose ship, General cargo ship, Break bulk cargo, General cargo, Less Than Truckload, LTL, Tractor, Trailers, Tractor-trailers, 48-foot trailer, 53-foot trailer, Truck lift-gate, Truck terminals, Truckload (TL), Full Truckload (FTL), Freight, Palleted freight, Pallets, Fleet acquisition, Equipment, Drivers, Truck Drivers, Driver leasing, Driver training, Driver safety, Hours of Service (HOS), Electronic Logging Device (ELD), Driver outsourcing, Dedicated Contract Carriage (DCC) Carrier contract, Spot rates, Contract rates, Pickup and delivery, Carrier Instructions, Freight characteristics, Dock management, Intermodal, Containerization, Containers, Final mile, Last mile, Rail transportation Warehousing Topics Warehouse storage, manufacturers, importers, exporters, wholesalers, transport businesses, customs, Pick and Pack, Sub-assembly, Site Location, Distribution Center Management, Inbound shipping, Outbound shipping, Receiving, Putaway, Put-away, Order processing, Replenishment, Pulling, Restocking, Picking, Validation, Sorting, Distribution Center Management System (DCMS), Vendor Managed Inventory (VMI), Supply, Demand, Inventory, Inventory Management, Cross-docking, Cross-dock, Ecommerce fulfillment, Fulfillment, Packaging Logistics Topics 3rd party logistics, 3PL, 4th party logistics, 4PL, Just-in-Time (JIT), Payment auditing, Freight auditing, Payment Processing, Freight brokerage, Freight broker, Digital freight brokerage, Digital freight broker, Transparency, Visibility Special Topics Direct to Home, Direct to Store, Sustainability, Green Logistics, Reverse Logistics, Product Lifecycle Management, Supply Chain Security Analysis, Contingency planning, Crisis Planning, Global Expansion, Foreign Trade Zone (FTZ), Logistics Consulting, Transportation Consulting, Import / Export, Customs, Labor Management, Marketing Services, Customer Service Technology Topics Supply chain technology, Freighttech, Freight tech, Freight technology, EDI, Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP), Predictive Analytics, Technology Services, Web Services, Global Trade Management (GTM), Transportation Management System (TMS), Warehouse Management System (WMS), Supplier Management, Customer Management, Cloud Based Solutions, Wireless