Milestones: Behind the Freight Curtain

2026 CSCMP State of Logistics Report - Logistics in Chaos (6/17/26)

Ellie Thornton and Steve DeNunzio break down the 2026 CSCMP State of Logistics Report, from permanent volatility and trade-policy whiplash to chokepoints that ripple through global freight costs. They also unpack where AI is delivering real savings, why flexible automation is winning, and how trucking, ocean freight, and e-commerce parcel networks are being reset.

The 2026 Gartner Supply Chain Tech Report (6/9/26)

Ellie Thornton and Steve DeNunzio break down Gartner’s latest supply chain hype cycle, including the growing labor shortage, rapid adoption of warehouse automation, and the rise of robot-centric facilities. They also explore physical AI, multiagent orchestration, real-time location systems, and why so many logistics AI projects still fall short.

When Supply Chains Become National Security (4/28/26)

This episode explores how COVID exposed the hidden importance of supply chains and pushed them from an operational concern into a strategic boardroom issue. It also examines defense readiness, critical technology control, and why speed in innovation means little without trusted suppliers and real production capacity.

Digital Twins Revolutionizing Logistics (2/3/26)

Steve and Ellie dive into the world of digital twins, exploring how these real-time virtual replicas transform warehouses, automotive development, and customer insights. From NASA origins to modern supply chains, discover the promise and challenges of this cutting-edge technology shaping logistics today.

Soaring into the Future with Walmart's Drone Deliveries (1/27/26)

Explore Walmart's ambitious expansion of its drone delivery service to over 270 stores nationwide and how it plans to reach 40 million Americans. Steve and Ellie discuss the technology behind rapid drone deliveries, industry trends, and the race among retailers to innovate last-mile logistics.