Most people in Round Rock, Texas have never heard of Trade Management Solutions — but they’ve likely benefited from their work. In this episode of Rock Solid, host Bryan Eisenberg sits down with Hector and Alex Quintanar of TMS, a 4PL logistics company quietly powering the supply chains of major brands like Dell. Discover how this local business built a global logistics network, navigates shifting tariffs, and helps small startups grow into international players.
We dive into:
What 4PL logistics really means (and how it's different from 3PL)
How Trade Management Solutions helps both Dell and small e-commerce startups
The real impact of tariffs and international politics on your daily deliveries
How AI is changing the warehouse (but not replacing humans)
Why being fast can help small businesses beat giants like FedEx
How this Round Rock-based business is leading nearshoring efforts in Mexico
Rock Solid is brought to you by host Bryan Eisenberg, a New York Times bestselling author, digital pioneer and co-owner of A Place At Home - North Austin, a Round Rock based home care agency.
Bill Combes, owner of a local Round Rock digital marketing agency, No Time for Social.
Brent Pierce, owner of Round Rock Studio, empowering local businesses to share their stories with his two podcast sets and state of the art photo studio.