Supply Chain Connections

Chain.io

In Supply Chain, relationships come first. Learn about the unique Supply Chain Connections that make up the Chain.io partner and customer ecosystem.  Each of us has a unique journey through this industry. In each episode we focus on the individual, learning about how they got into the industry, what made them stay, and how they're overcoming the industry's biggest challenges. 

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    AI Automation and Forward Deployment with Dan Bailey

    In this episode of Supply Chain Connections, Brian Glick speaks with Dan Bailey, co-founder and CEO of Nexcade, about the evolving role of AI automation in logistics and how forward deployment is reshaping software development for freight forwarders. Drawing on his unique journey from investment banking to logistics tech, Dan shares what drew him into the industry and why he stayed.Key discussion points include: Dan’s transition from finance to supply chain tech via Sedna and venture capital The foundational ideas behind Nexcade and its focus on rate lifecycle automation How forward deployment enables scalable AI implementation in logistics operations Lessons learned about change management and customizing software in complex environments The shift from deterministic to adaptive software approaches in supply chain tech Insights into improving the software buying process within logistics organizationsAbout the Guest:Dan Bailey is co-founder and CEO of Nexcade, a company building AI-powered automation tools for global freight forwarders. With a background that spans investment banking, venture capital, and supply chain tech, Dan brings a unique perspective to solving operational challenges in logistics. Before launching Nexcade, he served as COO at Sedna and was part of MMC Ventures, where he focused on early-stage supply chain software platforms. Dan’s work centers on simplifying complex workflows and helping logistics teams operate more efficiently through automation. Connect with DanDiscover NexcadeConnect with BrianFollow Chain.io on LinkedIn

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    Building Interoperable Supply Chain Solutions with Juan Cora

    In this episode of Supply Chain Connections, Brian Glick sits down with Juan Cora, founder and CEO of Aquatio Software, to explore the intersection of software innovation, supply chain operations, and the evolving role of AI. Drawing on his decades of experience in warehouse management systems and technology leadership, Juan shares insights into the balance between productized software and service-heavy implementations, the challenges of interoperability, and the importance of designing solutions for the “lowest common denominator” in the supply chain.Key discussion points include: Juan’s career journey from consulting to leading WMS development at Manhattan Associates to founding Aquatio How AI tools are transforming the speed, ease, and creativity of software development The analogy between Roman concrete and today’s AI capabilities as a “new building material” Why extensibility and configuration matter in supply chain technology design The critical role of interoperability in connecting shippers, carriers, brokers, and customers Strategies for meeting diverse technology capabilities across supply chain partnersAbout the guest: Juan Cora is the founder and CEO of Aquatio Software, where he focuses on democratizing technology and enhancing multi-enterprise collaboration. A recognized thought leader in supply chain logistics, he has worked with Fortune 500 companies to advance digital enablement in fulfillment, transportation, and visibility. Connect with JuanDiscover Aquatio SoftwareConnect with BrianFollow Chain.io on LinkedInFollow Aquatio Software on LinkedIn

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    Practical Education and AI Empowerment in Freight with Carly Monzo

    In this episode of Supply Chain Connections, Brian Glick speaks with Carly Monzo, founder of ExFreighters, about making freight forwarding more accessible and empowering logistics professionals with practical education and personal AI tools. Carly shares her journey from freight forwarding rookie to consultant and entrepreneur, offering a candid look at the challenges newcomers face and the critical importance of industry education.Topics discussed include: Why logistics feels more complicated than it is—and how jargon plays a role How Carly’s workshops demystify freight operations and invoice auditing Strategies for preserving vendor relationships while improving freight visibility The emotional toll of burnout in logistics and Carly’s own experience with it How AI “knowledge bases” can help individual operators preserve and grow their expertise The importance of gratitude and recognition in a high-pressure, problem-solving cultureAbout the Guest: Carly Monzo is a Supply Chain & AI Strategist with experience across the full spectrum of international logistics. She has worked for freight forwarders, consulting firms, and startups before founding her own fractional consulting and coaching practice, ExFreighters. There, she helps teams "speak forwarder," streamline invoice auditing, and strengthen vendor relationships. In addition to her consulting work, Carly focuses on equipping individual supply chain professionals with practical AI skills through her Substack, The Average User: Supply Chain Edition, helping them future-proof their careers and make their expertise irreplaceable. Connect with CarlyExplore ExFreightersRead The Average User: Supply Chain EditionConnect with BrianFollow Chain.io on LinkedIn

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In Supply Chain, relationships come first. Learn about the unique Supply Chain Connections that make up the Chain.io partner and customer ecosystem.  Each of us has a unique journey through this industry. In each episode we focus on the individual, learning about how they got into the industry, what made them stay, and how they're overcoming the industry's biggest challenges.