Who is Alvys — and Why Should Freight People Care?

June 6, 2025

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Episode Overview

In episode 2 of Freight People Podcast, we’re kicking things off with a bang: What is a TMS, and why should freight people actually care?

Host Ava Barnes sits down with two Alvys veterans — Jordan Kidd and Lucas Allasia — who’ve both done it all in trucking: dispatch, recruiting, brokerage, you name it. They’ve lived the chaos and now help carriers run smarter with modern tech.

We break down:

What a TMS really is
When it’s time to upgrade from spreadsheets or legacy tools
How AI is quietly changing freight workflows
Why Alvys was built by freight people, not just software folks

Whether you’re running five trucks or five hundred, this episode gives you a no-BS look at the systems behind the scenes that can make or break your day.

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Freight People is a podcast where logistics professionals share the insights, strategies, and real-world stories behind their success. Hosted by Ava Barnes, this podcast is brought to you by Alvys - the leading transportation management platform. 

Episodes feature candid conversations and practical advice to help carriers, brokers, and fleet managers grow and optimize their freight operations.

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