Guest: Melissa Williams, a trucking owner/operator; A new report on peak retail season; What the latest Logistics Managers' Index numbers tell us about our supply chains

Our guest on this week's episode is  Melissa Williams. She is an independent owner-operator truck driver. She shares why she was interested in becoming a trucker and what life on the road is like for a woman driver who owns her own rig.Peak retail season is fast approaching and retailers are trying to figure out whether shoppers will be returning to stores after two years of heavy pandemic-induced online shopping. A new survey of consumers shows that growth in both areas might lead to a  successful holiday season for retailers. We break down the numbers from the survey and what they may mean.The latest figures from the Logistics Managers' Index are in and they show that the supply chain industry continues to grow, but at a slower pace than earlier in the year. We explain what is in the latest report and predictions for the near-term future.DC Velocity's sister publication CSCMP's Supply Chain Quarterly  offers a podcast series called Supply Chain in the Fast Lane.  It is co-produced with the Council of Supply Chain Management Professionals. The second season of eight episodes is fully available and focuses on supply chain digitalization.  Go to your favorite podcast platform to subscribe.Articles and resources mentioned in this episode:VortoRetailers hope to handle peak season surge with more diverse fulfillment channelsThe logistics industry sees slower growth in AugustVisit DCVelocity.com for the latest news. Visit Supply Chain QuarterlyListen to CSCMP and Supply Chain Quarterly's Supply Chain in the Fast Lane podcastListen to Supply Chain Quarterly's Top 10 Supply Chain Threats podcastSend feedback about this podcast to [email protected] sponsored by:  HysterOther linksAbout DC VELOCITYSubscribe to DC VELOCITYSign up for our FREE newslettersAdvertise with DC VELOCITYTop 10 Supply Chain Management Podcasts