Waste collection ranks as the fourth most dangerous job in America, and the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics data underscores the urgent need for improved safety measures. As the industry gears up for the Waste Advantage Safety Summit on March 20, we’re diving into how technology, intelligent route optimization, and industry collaboration can help…

In this timely episode, join RouteSmart's Danielle Baci, Jessica Cearfoss, and safety expert David Biderman as they delve into crucial safety measures for waste collection workers during the sweltering summer months. We cover everything from hydration practices and heatstroke prevention to strategies for reducing fire risks. With actionable tips an…

Join us as we explore how technology intersects with safety in the waste and recycling industry, featuring insights from renowned experts former SWANA CEO David Biderman, RouteSmart's Jessica Cearfoss and Danielle Baci, and Rumpke's Tim Bath. This episode analyzes the critical safety challenges faced by the industry, from property damage and worker…

We're talking trash again, and this one may be right up your alley. Kicking off the first episode of Season 4, Solid Waste Expert and Former SWANA Executive Director/CEO David Biderman joins the Director of Solid Waste for the City of Baltimore DPW, Craig Jeter, and RouteSmart Technologies' Senior Business Development Manager Jessica Cearfoss in a …

In the serene meadows and lush woodlands of leisurely sports, there exists a game that dances on the fringes of frisbee fanaticism and golfing finesse. It's a sport where the fairways are more forest than fair, and the scorecard is a trusty old disc, not a bag of clubs. Welcome to the world of disc golf, where flying saucers meet precision putting,…

In this remarkable episode of Right on Time with RouteSmart, we tell a thrilling real-life story of courage and teamwork. Host Matthew Kemeny welcomes Dave Oxenford, an Implementation Consultant at RouteSmart, who was on vacation at Myrtle Beach with his family in August when a banner plane crashed into the surf. Dave and others sprang into action …

Waste management and recycling have never been more crucial. With increasing concerns over environmental issues and resource scarcity, waste management companies are challenged to provide sustainable and innovative solutions that benefit both the environment and society. Averda, the leading waste management and recycling company in India, Africa, a…

If you are in the business of getting goods from here to there, Teak probably has software that can help. Teak supports routed delivery of products like newspapers and dynamic distribution applications like courier operations, while managing all the tracking and control aspects throughout the process from the point of origin to the final delivery, …

It's all fun and games when you record a podcast with Johnny Freeman. The New Jersey resident has been planning the most efficient delivery routes as a consumer data analyst with newspaper giant, Advance Local. But in his free time, Johnny is a board game enthusiast who plays hundreds of games per year with a group he created. Join us as we dive in…

In this episode of Right on Time, we sit down with RouteSmart Chief Operating Officer and Executive Vice President Dr. Larry Levy in a detailed discussion on the evolution of route planning and optimization in the last 35 years. Learn how organizations no longer need to make a large upfront investment to create a solid route plan that cuts costs, i…

Our user conference, INTERSECT 2023, is less than a year away and we’re headed back to Annapolis, a city rich in American history and boasting breathtaking views of the Chesapeake Bay, brick-lined streets, and stunning 18th century architecture. We continue to host this biennial event at locations we believe our attendees will love and next year’s …

There are a lot of challenges facing waste haulers right now. Retaining and hiring good drivers. Struggling with high gas prices. Ensuring employee safety. Adjusting to rapid changes in technology. One way to meet these challenges is to have a digitized route plan that reduces the amount of fuel consumed, keeps drivers safe and happy, and sequences…

More than 20 years ago, RouteSmart began its partnership with environmental consultant company Integrated Skills Limited, forging a relationship that would grow its international presence. Today, ISL provides RouteSmart route planning and optimization services for the UK, Europe, and the Middle East. They have worked on projects in 60 countries! We…

City of Charlotte GIS Director Dr. Leonard Huggins has been a RouteSmart user for nearly two decades. In this episode, learn how he leveraged RouteSmart's powerful solutions to conquer high-density routing, create efficient, compact and safe routes for its waste management fleet.By RouteSmart Technologies

Damon Gulczynski has an important role as Director of Research and Development at RouteSmart. But, in his free time, he also writes crossword puzzles - some of which have run in the New York Times and other publications. Learn where he gets his inspiration, his thought process and his tips for crossword players and writers alike!…

John Sowl, GIS Analyst at client Western Disposal, talks about the need for specialized trash carts in bear country, their successes in deploying RouteSmart Technologies, what you should and shouldn't put in the recycling bin, INTERSECT, and other topics in this fun episode featuring RouteSmart Senior Business Development Manager Jessica Cearfoss a…

INTERSECT 2022 is only four months away and we are getting excited for the premier conference in the routing industry scheduled for April 25-28! In this episode, a pair of INTERSECT veterans, RouteSmart Business Development Manager Jason Fry and CarrierTrack Technologies President Jeff Fasseel discuss past conferences and what they're most looking …

It was a typical day for Jerry Curtis and Kyle Wilson, until it wasn't. The Rumpke santitation drivers were on their normal route when they came upon a burning house. The pair wasted no time and didn't think twice before they rushed into the home and pulled a trapped man to safety. In this episode, we hear this spectacular story of bravery and cour…

RouteSmart's history and origins embedded in our company and people a passion for solving the world’s most complex routing challenges. Our highly educated and experienced team and deep understanding of our customers’ businesses needs comes from decades of working at their sides to deliver efficiencies and savings. In this episode, we discuss RouteS…

On this episode of Right on Time with RouteSmart, we sit down with David Biderman, executive director and CEO of the Solid Waste Association of North America (SWANA), and Jessica Cearfoss, business development manager for RouteSmart in the public works industry. The three of us discuss steps RouteSmart and SWANA are taking to reduce the number of i…

You've invested in your success, now get recognized for your mastery! In this episode we speak with Spencer Marker of the Press Democrat newspaper in Santa Rosa, Calif. who recently became a RouteSmart Online Certified Routing Professional. RouteSmart Client Success Manager Lindsay Ringgold discusses the many benefits of earning your certification,…

Aaron Nuffer is one of RouteSmart's Client Success Managers concentrating on utility and postal clients. He's also an accomplished photographer. In this episode, Aaron discusses his love for landscape photography, the stories behind his spectacular photos, and his role at RouteSmart. We also sprinkle in some weird and wild facts about Idaho, Aaron'…

Meat Doug Keiles. Doug is Vice President of CarrierTrack Technologies, a partner of RouteSmart's in the newspaper distribution world. But he also has a unique side gig. Doug is the owner of the Ribs Within BBQ Team. He's a certified pitmaster, championship griller, and has an award winning line of ribs, bacon, and rubs. In this episode, we discuss …

Chris Sands is the computer systems administrator at The Frederick News-Post, where he controls our powerful newspaper routing solution, RouteSmart Online, making sure the daily paper hits the front porches of its readers in the most efficient and timely manner possible. But he also has another, much different, role at the News-Post. Since 2016, Sa…