Supply Chain in Crisis—How Did We Get Here?

January 2023 | 33 min., 13 sec.
by Daniel Booth
Straightline
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Summary

​This webcast begins by reviewing the prepandemic global supply chain and identifying four key issues: the emergence of mega vessels and ocean carrier alliances; precision scheduled railroading (PSR); labor problems; and the chassis problem. Each issue is discussed in detail.

About the Presenter

​Daniel Booth ​Daniel Booth is the chief operating officer of Straightline, a digital freight brokerage based in Memphis, Tennessee. Booth is a logistics professional and expert in efficient freight movement through all modes of the global supply chain, and he helps customers navigate the highly regulated and constantly changing logistics and compliance industry. He holds a BA in international/global studies from the Croft Institute for International Studies at the University of Mississippi.


Contact Information:
Email: daniel@bookstraightline.com

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