The Daily: April 21, 2022
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Good morning, happy Thursday!
War is an ugly, but very real thing. For all of existence, it has ravaged people and countries across the world. But the recent heavily-reported Russian invasion of Ukraine has many reminded of the significance of naval logistics during times of war.
Today’s featured article from Naval Logistics shares the real-world importance of the often-overlooked logistics stepping-stone. ☕️
“Character cannot be developed in ease and quiet. Only through experience of trial and suffering can the soul be strengthened, ambition inspired and success achieved.”
– Helen Keller
Today’s Featured Article:
Naval Logistics: Still a Compelling Need - Naval News
“Russia’s unprovoked invasion of Ukraine, and the grinding war that has followed, will be studied by war colleges for years, perhaps even decades.”
The Latest On…
Trade & Border Issues 🗺
Russian Crude Shipments Have Fallen 25% In A Week | OilPrice.com
“The past seven days have seen shipments of Russian crude drop by 25%, as the Kremlin announces plans for building new export outlets to balance out the impact of sanctions.”
China Vows to Ease Supply Chain Woes in Foreign Chamber Meeting (msn.com)
“Chinese officials pledged in a meeting with foreign chambers to address supply chain concerns while reaffirming their commitment to the country’s Covid Zero strategy, according to participants.”
Government of Canada advances support for zero-emission buses (intelligenttransport.com)
“As part of its commitment to combat climate change, the Government of Canada is set to invest in environmentally friendly public transportation in order to rebuild a more sustainable and resilient economy.”
Artificial Intelligence 🤖
AI startup helps truckers tackle logistics nightmares | VentureBeat
“Sometimes, it seems like the weight of today’s global supply chain woes rests on the containers carried by thousands of tractor-trailers crisscrossing the U.S. each day.”
Robot Truckers Could Replace 500K U.S. Jobs | 2022-04-20 | SupplyChainBrain
“The robots will take the most tedious, most dangerous jobs first, in most things. Trucking is no exception.”
Home Delivery Robots: Last Mile Gamechangers - Logistics Viewpoints
“Robots continue to be a larger part of global supply chains. When it comes to deploying robots, warehouse technology is more established, as the use of robots within warehouses is set to grow significantly.”
Trucker’s Lounge 🧢
Logistics gives back: April 2022 | DC Velocity
“Here’s our monthly roundup of some of the charitable works and donations by companies in the material handling and logistics space.”
Trucking company owner indicted in $40 million truck investment Ponzi scheme (cdllife.com)
“Authorities have announced charges against a “recidivist fraudster” who allegedly defrauded hundreds of investors with a Ponzi scheme.”
Expanded List of Top 100 3PLs Reflects Ever-Changing Logistics Landscape | Transport Topics (ttnews.com)
“With supply chain disruptions, labor shortages and scarce truck capacity impeding the flow of goods in North America and across the globe, third-party logistics companies have had a seemingly endless string of transportation problems to solve for their customers.”
Business Strategy 💡
Collaboration and resource investment can positively affect a firm's logistics performance (phys.org)
“The best word to describe supply chain performance in the past two years is turbulent.”
10 Tips: Choosing a 3PL - Inbound Logistics
“Selecting a third-party logistics (3PL) provider is a strategic business decision so treat it that way.”
What’s next for micro-fulfillment - Supply Chain Management Review (scmr.com)
“The concept of building small facilities located closer to the customer, including the back of grocery stores, still has legs, but it’s advancing slower than predicted. Slowing e-commerce and achieving an ROI are two factors.”
Mandarin Shipping on the outlook for the container shipping industry (cnbc.com)
“The container shipping industry could see a “very strong” pickup starting late April as the Covid situation in China eases, Tim Huxley, founder of Mandarin Shipping, told CNBC’s “Street Signs Asia” on Monday.”
American Politics 🇺🇸
Biden admin continuing the 'war on small business': Expert | Fox Business Video
“Job Creators chief communications officer reacts to a Congressional proposal that would take away money already allocated for small business and put it towards COVID response funding.”
House and Senate are far apart on their bills to address computer chip shortage : NPR
“A global computer chip shortage has made it harder for consumers to get their hands on cars, computers and other modern-day necessities, so Congress is looking to boost chip manufacturing and research in the United States with billions of dollars from the federal government.”
Biden’s DOT Nominees on Senate’s Agenda | Transport Topics (ttnews.com)
“The nomination of Robin Hutcheson to be the next administrator at the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration is on the U.S. Senate’s radar.”
Unions 🪧
Apple staff make bid for first union at a US store - BBC News
“Workers at Apple's Grand Central Station store in New York have announced a plan to start a union.”
Compliance 📋
Roadside inspections: A necessary evil | Fleet Maintenance
“Out-of-service rates in some areas are at a stagnant high, but a little prep can go a long way to help fleets and truck drivers avoid red-flag events and unplanned downtime on the road.”
Plaintiff attorneys are coming for your fleet data - Truck News
“Many fleet managers falsely believe that, if they don’t aggregate and analyze data, they are immune from being preyed upon by legal plaintiffs.”
Manufacturing ⚙️
Supply Chain News: Perceptions of Manufacturing Work Improving, but Not Fast Enough | SC Digest
“The consultants from Deloitte and the Manufacturing Institute (an arm of the National Association of Manufacturers, or NAM) are fresh out with a new study about perceptions in the US relative to manufacturing.”
Shortages 🛒
3 Strategies to Navigate Packaging Shortages | Material Handling and Logistics (mhlnews.com)
“In order to navigate rising costs, delayed deliveries and sustainability concerns, chief procurement officers (CPOs)should centralize packaging specifications, collaborate with suppliers, and segment the different packaging types, according to Gartner.”
Shanghai factory restarts fall short on lack of parts, truckers | AJOT.COM
“Even those companies in China whose factories are operating under so-called closed-loop systems may be forced to stop work due to parts shortages or logistical challenges that make moving people and goods around the country near impossible, a European chamber of commerce has warned.”
Blockchain ⛓
What is Cryptocurrency and How Does it Work? - Small Business Trends (smallbiztrends.com)
“A cryptocurrency is an encrypted digital or virtual currency. This is a new form of digital money where users can convert their traditional money like the U.S. dollar digitally and purchase items in the digital economy.”
Human Resources 📝
I regret leaving my job: How do I get it back? Ask HR (msn.com)
“Johnny C. Taylor Jr. tackles your human resources questions as part of a series for USA TODAY. Taylor is president and CEO of the Society for Human Resource Management, the world's largest HR professional society, and the author of "Reset: A Leader’s Guide to Work in an Age of Upheaval.”
Why Your Small Business Should Not Avoid Conflict on Tough Issues (msn.com)
“A lot of small business owners don’t like conflict, so they avoid it. There can be problems inside your company between employees or controversial policies with your staff or customers. But more progress can be made in your company if you “choose sides”, and not be neutral.”
Electric Vehicles 🔋
Why You Should Wait to Buy an Electric Vehicle (msn.com)
“According to Google Trends, online searches for the phrase "electric vehicle" skyrocketed to record highs in March 2022, encapsulating renewed interest in cars and trucks that run on nothing but electricity.”
Watch: How Can We Supercharge the EV Rollout? | SupplyChainBrain
“Tony Lynch, managing director and senior leader in the North American Automotive Industrials Group of Alvarez & Marsal, details the dynamics of the electric vehicle market, including how original equipment manufacturers and suppliers are pivoting to support the production of EVs.”
Covid-19 😷
China adjusts lockdown rules for factories, logistics - FreightWaves
“Chinese officials on Monday issued new guidelines to normalize industrial production and logistics flows, part of an effort to minimize the impact of strict lockdown measures in Shanghai.”
Uber and Lyft remove face-covering requirements in the U.S. (intelligenttransport.com)
“Following changes to the CDC guidance regarding face coverings on transportation, ride-sharing companies Uber and Lyft will no longer require U.S. riders or drivers to wear masks.”
Inflation 💸
Prologis: Logistics real estate market in ‘unprecedented territory’ - FreightWaves
“Logistics warehouse operator Prologis Inc. sees the market for space remaining tight for some time. On its first-quarter earnings call with analysts Tuesday, management said available supply in the market is still at all-time lows.”
Regulations ⚖️
China's lockdowns could drive more U.S. policy action, says Fed's Kashkari | Reuters
“If lockdowns in China aimed at containing COVID-19 cause further disruptions to global supply chains, the Federal Reserve will need to take even more aggressive action to bring down "much too high" inflation, Minneapolis Fed President Neel Kashkari said on Tuesday.”
Biden’s Protectionist Regulations Undermine His Own Infrastructure Plans (reason.com)
“The White House is making it harder for people to request waivers from cost-increasing Buy America requirements in the $1.2 trillion infrastructure law.”
OOIDA makes push in support of GOT Truckers Act - Land Line
“The GOT Truckers Act seeks fair compensation for truck drivers. Now, the Owner-Operator Independent Drivers Association wants its members to reach out to their respective lawmakers and ask them to support the bill.”
Fuel ⛽️
The Problem With America’s LNG Boom | OilPrice.com
“While Europe is currently desperate for natural gas, its long-term goal is to move away from fossil fuels, which means some of these projects aren’t economically viable.”
Ukraine War Gives U.S. LNG Chance to Shed Its Stigma | 2022-04-20 | SupplyChainBrain
“Deep in Louisiana’s bayou country, 18 maroon canisters discharge clear, odorless methane into the air as hard-hatted engineers patrol wind gauges, solar panels, and a laser surveillance system shooting beams at mirrors.'“
TMS 💻
Exiger Unveils Supply Chain Explorer | SupplyChainBrain
“A new artificial intelligence risk detection tool is helping users surface, understand, and mitigate threats to their supplier networks within hours.”
Sales 🧾
Container prices continue to drop | DC Velocity
“Research predicts “massive” downward pressure on shipping container prices as empties pile up in depots along the East and West coasts.”
Supply Chain News: Container Carriers Once again on Ship Buying Spree, which May Push Rates Down | SC Digest
“After 18 months of unusual discipline in terms of adding capacity, which helps to send shipping rates soaring, ocean container carriers are once again binging on new vessels.”
Sustainability ♻️
Survey finds 86% of consumers willing to delay deliveries if it’s more sustainable - Supply Chain Management Review (scmr.com)
“Also, 44% say their interest in shopping sustainably has increased since the start of the pandemic.”
Ports 🚢
Pileup of empty containers building in the US East and West Coast, repatriating empties major challenge in mid to long term | AJOT.COM
“According to a recent analysis by Container xChange, one of the many challenges for the supply chain now is the overflowing container depots in the US and the pileup of empties that will push the container prices further downwards in the mid-term.”
Driver Issues 🚚
Drivers could get $7,500 in tax credits under proposed legislation | Transport Dive
“Proposed legislation in Congress would create tax credits for truck drivers in an effort to retain current drivers and entice new recruits amid widespread labor challenges in the industry.”
Diversity 🤜🏻🤛🏿
Fox News Speaks with Women In Trucking President on Getting More Women Behind the Wheel - YouTube
“Women In Trucking Association President and CEO Ellen Voie speaks with Fox News on why trucking is a rewarding and viable career path for women, how our Girl Scouts patch and activity book impacts the way young girls view the trucking industry, and the new FMCSA Safe Driver Apprentice pilot program.”
Marketing Approach 📲
Defender of the brand | Seth's Blog (seths.blog)
“Some CMOs and marketing types simply do ads and promo. Give them average products for average people and some money, and they’ll do the ad thing.”
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The Workday Dash is an aggregation of articles regarding the transportation logistics, trucking, and supply chain industries for July 31, 2025, from iLevel Logistics Inc.