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Why Clean Data Beats AI Hype: Supply Chain Tech Strategy for 2026

In this episode of Tech Ascent, host Oliver Clingain sits down with Brian Smith, Co-Founder and Chief Product Officer at ESP Logistics Technology. Brian shares how ESP is tackling one of the most overlooked problems in logistics: optimizing supply chain operations for the people actually doing the work—not just the cargo owners. They unpack how ESP applies spatial awareness, location analytics, and AI-driven optimization across every node of the supply chain from yards and terminals to drayage movements while maintaining a future-proof, microservices-based platform. Brian also explains why clean, standardized data is the real foundation for AI in logistics, and how ESP helps operators uncover missed revenue, reduce turn times, and drive efficiency during volatile market conditions. What You’ll Learn: How ESP approaches supply chain optimization at the operator level, not just enterprise owners Why clean, standardized data matters more than “AI hype” in logistics software How microservices architecture helps future-proof SaaS platforms Lessons learned navigating early product-market fit in a complex industry How AI and analytics reduce missed billing and operational inefficiencies What supply chain leaders should focus on heading into 2026 About This Episode’s Guest: Brian Smith is the Co-Founder and Chief Product Officer at ESP Logistics Technology. With over 20 years in technology, Brian specializes in spatial awareness, location analytics, and platform architecture. At ESP, he leads product strategy focused on optimizing real-world supply chain operations—helping logistics providers move faster, operate smarter, and unlock hidden efficiencies across their networks. Connect with Brian LinkedIn:   / brian-smith   Website: https://www.esplogisticstech.com/ Connect with Oliver and Ascenxion: LinkedIn:   / oliver-clingain   Website: https://ascenxion.io/