Global Executive Solutions Group

06/18/2026

The companies that win in today’s competitive marketplace won’t necessarily be the ones with the savviest strategy, but the ones with the strength beneath the surface to make it happen.

We’re sharing some recent insights and research on the importance of top-performing middle managers – check it out on our blog and see if you agree! https://gesg.com/the-middle-management-gap-nobody-is-talking-about-in-logistics/

Most conversations about leadership in transportation and logistics start (and stop) at the top, with strategic discussions and C-suites at the center of it all. But if you spend time inside growing carriers, 3PLs, or supply chain organizations, a different constraint becomes obvious. It’s not the...

06/17/2026

Are you sharpening your skills in AI utilization? Our GESG experts share how AI skills will have implications for job opportunities now and in the future.

06/16/2026

We live in complicated times, which can lead to a lot of stress on supply chains. That’s why resiliency has become the most important element for today’s organizations. Check out this article to learn more about how top companies are building the systems now to absorb shocks in the future:

As multiple “black swan” events have disrupted the flow of goods, more companies are moving away from historical just-in-time inventory management.

06/11/2026

What’s the secret to turning large quantities of data into successful supply chain operations? According to one CEO, it’s all about coordination and context. Here’s how the transformation from aggregation to deeper understanding can transform entire systems:

As supply chains generate more data than ever, the next phase of digital…

06/09/2026

At a recent panel, trucking industry leaders underlined the importance of managing rapid changes and compliance. From driver retention to effective AI integration, here’s what top teams are focusing on – and where they need transformative leadership to drive those changes:

Executives from the Truckload Carriers Association, PepsiCo and Stevens Transport said fleets that embrace safety technology, AI will be best positioned to survive mounting operational pressures.

06/04/2026

Automation on its own isn’t the golden ticket to success – nor is it the real cause of fragility and failures. This great opinion column highlights what we’ve been prioritizing all along: thoughtful integration, not merely adoption, is the hallmark of successful automation in today’s supply chain.

Effectively employing technology across functions is the key to sustaining supply chain strength, according to Temitope Daniel Akanbi, senior manager at Procter & Gamble.

06/02/2026

In theory, the AI-fueled future of supply chain, logistics, and transportation looks very bright. In reality, many organizations are struggling to turn those investments into results. One possible cause? Having an outdated hiring approach that fails to identify the right talent at the right time. Download our free white paper to find out how you can fill those gaps: https://gesg.com/the-hidden-talent-gap-in-ai-enabled-supply-chains/

05/28/2026

The good news: most organizations already have the components needed to create an effective digital twin strategy.

The bad news: without cohesive leadership, those initiatives often fail to reach their potential. Here’s what to look for in your hiring approach:

Supply chains today seem to operate in a constant state of flux. Demand shifts quickly. Transportation networks face ongoing volatility. Service expectations continue to rise while cost pressures remain intense. In response, many organizations are investing in digital twins. A digital twin is a virt...

05/26/2026

Early conversations about AI adoption focused on technical parameters, but today, the real differentiator is in having the right leadership in place. Here’s where we’re seeing the biggest advantage – and which leadership traits top organizations are prioritizing:

The conversation around AI in transportation, logistics, and supply chain has changed dramatically over the past two years. Early discussions focused almost entirely on technical aspects: which tools to buy, which platforms to invest in, and which use cases could create the fastest return. Today, th...

05/22/2026

The adoption of AI goes far outside the tech silo; it requires a total rethinking of what work looks like, how it flows, and what risk controls are used. This excellent podcast shares real steps your organization can take to build a team for today's challenges and tomorrow's innovations. Check it out here!

Why AI pilots often fail to deliver returns, and how agentic organizations reshape workflows, teams, and leadership to create business value.