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[Podcast] Cold Chain 2026 – Evolving Under Pressure Episode 2
In the second episode of the podcast series "Cold Chain 2026: Evolution Under Pressure," Elliott Wolf, Vice President of Data Science at Lineage, delves into how AI, machine learning, and advanced operating systems enhance cold chain facility performance, from translating real-time visibility into action to increasing automation flexibility, providing insights for food companies selecting technology-driven logistics partners.
[Podcast] Cold Chain 2026 – Evolving Under Pressure
"Cold Chain 2026: Industry Evolution Under Pressure" is a three-part podcast series, grounded in Lineage's 2026 Cold Chain Insights survey, exploring the forces reshaping North American cold chain operations. In the first episode, "Global Trade, Tariffs, and the New Cold Chain Reality," Lineage's Director of Logistics Emma Phillips analyzes tariff-induced sourcing shifts, cold storage push-pull cycles, and tools for companies to stay ahead.
The food and beverage outlook for 2026
After a difficult year, the food and beverage industry is seeking self-renewal to win back cautious consumers. In 2026, pricing strategies, packaging adjustments, and health ingredient narratives will become competitive focal points.