Tire Tracks: Driving the Logistics Industry

Banyan Technology

Explore over-the-road (OTR) shipping with Banyan Technology's Tire Tracks® podcast. Join host and Banyan Senior Business Development Manager Patrick Escolas as he engages leaders and personalities driving the OTR industry. From first to final mile, gain insight into best practices, innovative technology, and the latest industry news from the leading freight execution software provider. Watch for new episodes twice monthly!

  1. OCT 22

    Freight Fraud and the Guy Fieri Tequila Heist | Episode 60

    When $1 million in Guy Fieri’s tequila went missing, it brought large-scale attention to a growing threat in logistics: freight fraud. In this episode of Banyan Technology's Tire Tracks® podcast, Michael Caney, Chief Commercial Officer at Highway, explains how today’s freight fraud schemes — from double brokering to GPS spoofing and forged rate confirmations — are made possible by digital blind spots and urgency in the system. Caney breaks down how secure document delivery, Carrier identity validation and load-level compliance can eliminate the conditions fraudsters rely on. He also explores how AI is changing the game — both as a defense tool and as a new frontier for fraud itself. Don't miss a minute! Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode: Michael Caney: https://www.linkedin.com/in/michaelcaney/ Highway: https://highway.com/ Banyan Technology: https://banyantechnology.com/ Banyan Technology on ‌LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/banyan-technology Banyan Technology on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/banyantechnology Banyan Technology on X: https://x.com/BanyanTech Listen to Tire Tracks on-demand: https://podcast.banyantechnology.com Listen to Tire Tracks on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/tire-tracks-driving-the-logistics-industry/id1651038809 Watch this episode on-demand: https://banyantechnology.com/resource/freight-fraud-and-the-guy-fieri-tequila-heist-episode-60/

    55 min
  2. SEP 17

    Why Tariffs are Driving the Shift to Nearshoring | Episode 59

    Tariff disruption is no longer a background risk — it’s the catalyst for structural change across supply chains. In episode 59 of Banyan Technology's Tire Tracks® podcast, Jason Steinke, EVP at RIM logistics, shares how the rise in trade volatility is fueling the nearshoring shift and reshaping how freight is planned, routed, and protected.  Steinke explains: Why North American nearshoring is replacing overseas sourcingHow RIM is balancing technology and human expertiseThe role of security, compliance, and automation in future-proofing logisticsWhat Shippers and 3PLs can do to reduce operational friction amid changeWith decades of experience, Steinke brings insight into the future of logistics —where adaptability, visibility, and resilience define success. Tune in to learn how nearshoring is transforming the way supply chains operate. Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode: Jason Steinke: https://linkedin.com/in/jason-steinke-81384659/ RIM logistics: https://rimlogistics.com/ Banyan Technology: https://banyantechnology.com/ Banyan Technology on ‌LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/banyan-technology Banyan Technology on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/banyantechnology Banyan Technology on X: https://x.com/BanyanTech Listen to Tire Tracks on-demand: https://podcast.banyantechnology.com Listen to Tire Tracks on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/tire-tracks-driving-the-logistics-industry/id1651038809 Listen to Tire Tracks on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3Aiya6qVXFsiXbUAwMT7S7 Watch this episode on-demand: https://banyantechnology.com/resource/why-tariffs-are-driving-the-shift-to-nearshoring-episode-59/

    33 min
  3. JUL 23

    The Impact of AI on Freight Procurement: How AI Agents Are Reshaping Logistics Workflows | Episode 57

    Episode 57 of Banyan Technology’s Tire Tracks® podcast explores how AI-powered agents are helping Brokers, Forwarders, and Carriers scale their operations and streamline logistics workflows.  Jesse Buckingham, Co-Founder of Vooma, explains how these AI agents handle quoting, scheduling, dispatching, and even carrier communication — all while operating within the systems logistics professionals already use. By blending automation with freight expertise, Vooma is helping teams lower cost per load, speed up processes, and boost scalability without extra headcount.  Listen to learn: How AI-powered agents improve efficiency across the load lifecycleThe advantages of integrating AI directly into email and core systemsWhy companies that adopt AI early will outpace competitorsWhat’s next for AI in customer-facing logistics applicationsDon't miss a minute! Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode: Jesse Buckingham: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jesse-buckingham-79649a26/  Vooma: https://www.vooma.com/  Banyan Technology: https://banyantechnology.com/ Banyan Technology on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/banyan-technology Banyan Technology on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/banyantechnology Banyan Technology on X: https://twitter.com/BanyanTech Listen to Tire Tracks on-demand: https://podcast.banyantechnology.com Listen to Tire Tracks on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/tire-tracks-driving-the-logistics-industry/id1651038809 Listen to Tire Tracks on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3Aiya6qVXFsiXbUAwMT7S7 Watch this episode on-demand: https://banyantechnology.com/resource/the-impact-of-ai-on-freight-procurement-how-ai-agents-are-reshaping-logistics-workflows-episode-57/

    36 min
  4. JUL 9

    The Impact of AI on Freight Procurement: How to Neutralize Freight Threats | Episode 56

    Episode 56 of Banyan Technology’s Tire Tracks® podcast continues our AI in Freight Procurement mini-series with Jonathan Ryan, Chief Product and Technology Officer at Overhaul. Jonathan explains how Overhaul’s advanced AI tools — like Fraud Watch and RiskGPT — are helping Shippers and Brokers identify and neutralize freight threats proactively. Learn how Overhaul combines real-time data, predictive modeling, and boots-on-the-ground intelligence to stop threats like cargo theft and load board scams before they occur. Don't miss it! Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode: Jonathan Ryan: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ryanjonathan88/  Overhaul: https://over-haul.com/  Overhaul RiskGPT: https://over-haul.com/riskgpt/   Overhaul FraudWatch: https://over-haul.com/platform/intelligence/fraudwatch/  Banyan Technology: https://banyantechnology.com/ Banyan Technology on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/banyan-technology Banyan Technology on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/banyantechnology Banyan Technology on X: https://twitter.com/BanyanTech Listen to Tire Tracks on-demand: https://podcast.banyantechnology.com Listen to Tire Tracks on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/tire-tracks-driving-the-logistics-industry/id1651038809 Listen to Tire Tracks on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3Aiya6qVXFsiXbUAwMT7S7 Watch this episode on-demand: https://banyantechnology.com/resource/the-impact-of-ai-on-freight-procurement-how-to-neutralize-freight-threats-episode-56/

    43 min
  5. JUN 25

    The Impact of AI on Freight Procurement: NMFTA on How AI Is Transforming Freight Cybersecurity | Episode 55

    Banyan Technology's Tire Tracks® podcast continues its AI mini-series with a powerful episode featuring Joe Ohr and Artie Crawford from the National Motor Freight Traffic Association (NMFTA). Explore how AI is fueling both innovation and new vulnerabilities in freight cybersecurity. From scam emails and ransomware to building zero-trust frameworks, NMFTA leaders outline the risks — and the solutions — freight organizations need to be aware of to stay secure. Don't miss a minute! Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode: Joe Ohr: https://www.linkedin.com/in/joeohr/ Artie Crawford: https://www.linkedin.com/in/james-artie-crawford-173753141/ NMFTA: https://nmfta.org/  Banyan Technology: https://banyantechnology.com/ Banyan Technology on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/banyan-technology Banyan Technology on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/banyantechnology Banyan Technology on X: https://twitter.com/BanyanTech Listen to Tire Tracks on-demand: https://podcast.banyantechnology.com Listen to Tire Tracks on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/tire-tracks-driving-the-logistics-industry/id1651038809 Listen to Tire Tracks on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3Aiya6qVXFsiXbUAwMT7S7 Watch this episode on-demand: https://banyantechnology.com/resource/the-impact-of-ai-on-freight-procurement-nmfta-on-how-ai-is-transforming-freight-cybersecurity-episode-55/

    57 min
  6. JUN 11

    The Impact of AI on Freight Procurement: Leveraging Intelligent Data Systems to Scale Smarter | Episode 54

    Episode 54 of Banyan Technology's Tire Tracks® podcast features Matt Harding, Chief Technology Officer at Greenscreens.ai, continuing our AI mini-series on freight procurement. Harding dives deep into how intelligent data systems are reshaping rate prediction and operational efficiency for freight brokers and Shippers. Learn how Greenscreens.ai helps clients use machine learning at scale to make smarter, faster decisions and how AI is driving innovation in freight tech. He also shares key strategies for ensuring clean data, explains the importance of visibility and validation, and offers predictions for AI’s next chapter in logistics and beyond. Don't miss it! Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode: Matt Harding: https://www.linkedin.com/in/matthewjharding/  Greenscreens: https://www.greenscreens.ai/ Greenscreens Illuminate: https://brokers.greenscreens.ai/greenscreens-illuminate Banyan Technology: https://banyantechnology.com/ Banyan Technology on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/banyan-technology Banyan Technology on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/banyantechnology Banyan Technology on X: https://twitter.com/BanyanTech Listen to Tire Tracks on-demand: https://podcast.banyantechnology.com Listen to Tire Tracks on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/tire-tracks-driving-the-logistics-industry/id1651038809 Listen to Tire Tracks on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3Aiya6qVXFsiXbUAwMT7S7 Watch this episode on-demand: https://banyantechnology.com/resource/the-impact-of-ai-on-freight-procurement-leveraging-intelligent-data-systems-to-scale-smarter-tire-tracks-podcast-54/

    35 min
  7. MAY 28

    The Impact of AI on Freight Procurement: Transforming Operations Through Automation | Episode 53

    Episode 53 of Banyan Technology's Tire Tracks® podcast launches our special 6-part mini-series, The Impact of AI on Freight Procurement, featuring Roger Boza, Chief AI Officer at CloneOps.ai. In this episode, Boza unpacks how AI is already transforming logistics operations—from automating document classification and invoice processing to enabling voice-driven rate negotiations. As a PhD candidate in AI, Boza bridges the gap between theory and practical execution, offering insights into the rise of agent-based communication, real-time automation, and the future of decision-making in freight procurement. Don't miss a minute! Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode: Roger Boza: https://www.linkedin.com/in/roger-boza-27251a157/ CloneOps.ai: https://www.cloneops.ai/  Banyan Technology: https://www.banyantechnology.com Banyan Technology on ‌LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/banyan-technology Banyan Technology on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/banyantechnology Banyan Technology on X: https://x.com/BanyanTech Listen to Tire Tracks on-demand: https://podcast.banyantechnology.com Listen to Tire Tracks on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/tire-tracks-driving-the-logistics-industry/id1651038809 Listen to Tire Tracks on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3Aiya6qVXFsiXbUAwMT7S7 Watch this episode on-demand: https://banyantechnology.com/resource/the-impact-of-ai-on-freight-procurement-transforming-operations-through-automation-episode-53/

    48 min

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Explore over-the-road (OTR) shipping with Banyan Technology's Tire Tracks® podcast. Join host and Banyan Senior Business Development Manager Patrick Escolas as he engages leaders and personalities driving the OTR industry. From first to final mile, gain insight into best practices, innovative technology, and the latest industry news from the leading freight execution software provider. Watch for new episodes twice monthly!