A new chapter at Inside Logistics

I am certainly coming into this industry during an interesting time. Whether it’s disruption, technology or sustainability, there is no shortage of content. The supply chain and logistics sector, as you know, is a broad industry that comprises many industries, from the various modes of transportation and warehousing to robotics, artificial intelligence, manufacturing and operations. Some of these industries I am quite familiar with, while others I have already learned so much about in my short time as editor of this publication.

To provide some background, I come into this position with experience as an editor with several B2B magazines, including five years covering the commercial trucking industry throughout Western Canada and the U.S., which is the most applicable to the supply chain sector. I have also covered western Canadian agriculture, the potato industry (fairly niche, as you might imagine), commercial real estate, insurance, financial services, and cancer research, to name a few.

My first assignment since joining Inside Logistics was to cover the CITT’s annual Canada’s Logistics Conference in Halifax, N.S., this past June. I ran into some familiar faces at the event from my days on the trucking side and was able to meet several more. The first thing that struck me was that this broad supply chain sector is filled with talented, genuine people – much like what I experienced in the trucking industry – who are not only willing to help out an editor like me but want to help, as they are proud of the industry they call home.

You will see some of my coverage of the CITT conference in this magazine. It was fascinating to learn about the work being done at Canada’s ports – and also the efforts of the Port of Detroit to reduce its emissions (a story you can find on our website). I also provided a modal update, outlining what is happening in the air, on land, and on rail.

You will also see this is our annual Shipper’s Choice Awards issue, which is a source of pride for everyone who works on this publication, as well as those who are recognized by their peers and customers as the best in their respective categories.

Moving forward, I hope to continue covering the supply chain sector with the same insight and quality as my predecessor, Emily Atkins, who, after more than two decades, has embarked on a new venture, still within the industry, and still, from time to time, contributing to Inside Logistics. Don’t miss her feature on a behind-the-scenes look at the logistics of the Formula 1 Grand Prix du Montreal.

Please don’t be shy to reach out to me; I am one of the most approachable people you will meet. Much like I did during my time in the trucking industry, over time, I hope to become a recognizable face in the supply chain sector. We will be working on some great projects in the near future, and I hope you will be excited to come along for the ride.