The complex web of global trade and supply chain logistics practically hums with technical innovation. But sometimes, something as simple as a suburban stoplight, a prairie snowstorm, or traffic congestion can threaten to bring the entire global system to a standstill, creating what industry insiders commonly call a “bottleneck.” In this new podcast series, we’ll break these bottlenecks open by exploring the intricacies, infrastructure and innovations that connect Canada’s businesses and communities with the world, as seen through the inner workings of the Port of Vancouver, Canada’s largest port, and those who rely on it.
The complex web of global trade and supply chain logistics practically hums with technical innovation. But sometimes, something as simple as a suburban stoplight, a prairie snowstorm, or traffic congestion can threaten to bring the entire global system to a standstill, creating what industry insiders commonly call a “bottleneck.” In this new podcast series, we’ll break these bottlenecks open by exploring the intricacies, infrastructure and innovations that connect Canada’s businesses and communities with the world, as seen through the inner workings of the Port of Vancouver, Canada’s largest port, and those who rely on it.
Supply chain visibility was challenged during the booming months of the pandemic, placing even more importance on continued collaboration between the Vancouver Fraser Port Authority and its customers at the Port of Vancouver. In episode 3 of Breaking Bottlenecks, host Aaron Chapman speaks to industry insiders and discusses a few key questions: How do companies in competitive markets weigh the risks and benefits of data sharing and transparency? Is greater supply chain visibility possible? And how does greater supply chain visibility help get a strained system back on track?
Featuring interviews and commentary from:
Dan Bresolin, vice president, intermodal sales and marketing, CN Rail
Grace Liang, president, OOCL Canada
Raymond Tsang, vice president and head of ocean products, DB Schenker, Canada
Peter Xotta, vice president, operations and supply chain, Vancouver Fraser Port Authority
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