Debra N. Phillips

Debra N. Phillips has worked in the supply chain industry for more than 20 years, holding positions of responsibility for companies including FedEx, Penske, and MercuryGate, a Transportation Management System (TMS)  provider. Throughout her career, she has handled media and analyst relations and has written articles published in Logistics Viewpoint, Taking Logistics, and Let’s Talk Supply Chain. She serves on the Advisory Panel of the University of Tennessee, Knoxville for its Executive Program in Digital Marketing.

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North Carolina ports investments serve diverse sectors

North Carolina ports in Wilmington, Morehead City, and Charlotte expand infrastructure, rail, and cold storage to boost efficiency and serve diverse industries.

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Truck drivers are in demand, with many factors contributing to a shortage

Putting drivers in seats still persists with a myriad of factors contributing to the shortage.

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TRAC launches new solution for private chassis fleet customers

New solution provides greater asset control for customers using private chassis fleets.

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Intermodal transportation continues to evolve after 35 years of service

J.B. Hunt marks 35 years of intermodal transportation, partnering with BNSF to deliver efficient, reliable multi-modal freight solutions across the U.S. and Mexico.

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Intermodal transportation growth supported by access to chassis capacity

Intermodal transportation is set to surge from $28.3B in 2025 to $94.4B by 2034, driven by chassis access, technology, and supply chain innovation.

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NWSA leveraging technology

The Northwest Seaport Alliance is using AI, automation, and shore power to boost efficiency, cut emissions, and strengthen cybersecurity at the Ports of Seattle and Tacoma.

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Warehouses are moving closer to ports to better serve “Last-Mile” customers

Ports – the key to site location for new wave of warehouse construction.

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Ports handling Ro/Ro takes steps to operate more efficiently

Georgia Port Authority going big with Ro/Ro upscaling of the Port of Brunswick, GA.

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Infrastructure spending increases the need for oversize and overweight trucks

The nation’s infrastructure has been a topic of concern for decades, with past and current presidential administrations recognizing the importance of investing in infrastructure.

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Volumes at the Port of New Jersey and New York present challenges

The combined Port of New York and New Jersey (PNYNJ) is the largest port on the East Coast and the third busiest in the United States.

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