400: Raise The Bar For Your Supply Chain, with Polaris Transportation Group

Dave Cox of Polaris Transportation Group talks about embracing change; the importance of relationships; cross-border complexity; & the power of digitization.   IN THIS EPISODE WE DISCUSS:   [06.38] How Polaris Transportation Group was founded 30 years ago, and the ups and downs of entrepreneurship. [07.38] An overview of Polaris – what they do, and how they help their customers. [08.58] The ideal client for Polaris. [10.30] A closer look at how Polaris has expanded over the years, and the mindset at the forefront of that growth. [12.51] The importance of embracing change; and the challenges and priorities Polaris are seeing across the industry right now. [16.27] Polaris’ cross border services; the complex challenges in cross-border trade; the importance of digitization and strong relationships; and how these elements come together to deliver great experiences for Polaris customers. [19.48] A closer look at Polaris’ supply chain solutions, and how Polaris is utilizing transparency and honest communication to move beyond a “we’ve always done it that way” approach and deliver solutions that work. [24.10] How consolidation can help businesses achieve better supply chain design and planning. [26.07] Polaris’ progressive approach to tech, and how their digital transformation journey has helped Polaris scale and better serve their customers. [33.11] Why Polaris launched the Larry Cox Academy, and the impact it’s having on the brand, and the supply chain community. [37.47] From increasing cross-border business to a focus on sustainability, what to look out for in 2024; and the future for Polaris.   RESOURCES AND LINKS MENTIONED:   Head over to Polaris Transportation Group’s website now to find out more and discover how they could help you too. You can also connect with Polaris and keep up to date with the latest over on LinkedIn, Instagram, Facebook or X (Twitter) or you can connect with Dave on LinkedIn.