Modern Logistics Challenges: Strategies from Blue Yonder's Ann Marie Jonkman at Modex 2024

ABOUT THE GUEST

Ann Marie Jonkman, Vice Presidnet Industry Strategies at Blue Yonder, advises Logistics Service Providers (LSPs) on leveraging technology and best practices to enhance their business strategies. With over 20 years of experience in continuous improvement and consulting, particularly in distribution, e-commerce, and transportation, she brings a unique blend of operational insight and software expertise. Collaborating closely with product development teams, Ann Marie ensures alignment with customer needs and drives innovation to deliver tangible results. Prior to Blue Yonder, she held positions at leading organizations like XPO Logistics and Radial. Ann Marie holds degrees in Political Science and History, with ongoing education in Business Technology Design and strategic communication from esteemed institutions like Lewis University, Tuck School of Business, and Dartmouth. Based in Chicago, she devotes her personal time to supporting animal rescue initiatives and enjoys golfing and football.

HIGHLIGHTS
[00:03:29] Exploring the Post-2023 Logistics Landscape
[00:07:06] The Evolution of Software in Logistics
[00:13:16] The Future of Warehouse Operations and Technology
[00:17:59] Exploring the Impact of AI in Logistics
[00:20:02] The Power of Generative AI and Machine Learning
[00:23:16] Empowering the Mid-Market with AI Technology
[00:27:03] Human-Centric Approach to Technological Adoption
[00:29:14] The Future of Work: Automation, AI, and User Experience

QUOTES

[00:01:17] "Technology should deploy that. It should enable it for people and it should be easy."
[00:05:51] "People are very mindful where they put their money, but it's open. I feel the change."
[00:12:49] "It's really being a partner because if we all haven't noticed, this tech is changing fast."
[00:17:50] "That billing piece is just, from a 3PL perspective, you're right. It's a small army of people."
[00:20:13] "It's more so enabling that to your point to where we truly capture what's happening."

Find out more about Ann Marie Jonkman and her company in the link below: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ajsupplychainleader/

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