Why Local Supply Chains Are the Future of Business
Having more diverse, shorter, less complex supply chains creates more resiliency.
Supply Chains Do Not Exist Without Rare Earth Minerals
In a note released before Trump’s address, LMA Consulting Group, which specializes in manufacturing and supply-chain strategy, said the U.S. must secure stable and diversified sources of rare-earth minerals to protect supply chains and maintain global competitiveness. “Supply chains don’t exist without rare earth minerals — without them, there [...]
Demand and Capacity Planning Pivotal for Profitable Growth
Manufacturers are focused on successfully navigating continually changing conditions to serve customers while driving profitable growth. End-to-end supply chains are evolving, creating shifting demand patterns and customer order volatility.
Unlocking North America’s Manufacturing Potential
In the second half of 2024, manufacturers in the U.S. and Mexico were in contraction according to PMI readings while Canada showed continual expansion. The Purchasing Managers’ Index (PMI) is based on a survey of private sector executives and measures the health of the economy. Canada has scored in [...]
Integrated Supply Chains in Automobile and Aerospace Sectors
"Canada and Mexico have integrated supply chains with the U.S. in the automobile and aerospace sectors," Lisa said. "Although I think there might be short term impacts, I don’t think there will be significant tariffs over the medium/long-term."
Supply Chain Predictions And Outlook For 2025 – Lisa Anderson Comments
Lisa Anderson shares her thoughts on the outlook for supply chains in 2025.
Supply Chain Resiliency A Must for Success
Risks abound in the global supply chain and goods movement systems. The only successful strategy to thrive is to create a resilient supply chain. According to the Global Port Tracker (GPT) report from Hackett Associates and the National Retail Federation (NRF), the specter of labor strife and new tariffs, along with strong sales, is driving U.S. retailers to keep imports surging through the spring.
Tariff Turmoil: Supply Chain Under Microscope
"Trump is utilizing tariffs as a negotiating tool in support of his agenda. Although most of what is communicated as potential tariffs is unlikely to go into effect for extended periods of time, tariffs will be rolled out in the next few months." Lisa Anderson is quoted in this article from PYMNTS.
U.S. Tariff Impact on Supply Chains and Business Strategy
With new tariffs set to take effect, businesses are re-evaluating supply chain strategies to mitigate costs and risks. From reshoring to supplier diversification, companies are adapting to shifting trade policies while balancing efficiency and profitability. As tariffs reshape global sourcing, proactive executives are seizing opportunities to strengthen resilience and streamline operations.
How California wildfires are affecting supply chains: Lisa Anderson quoted
Lisa Anderson was quoted on Supply Chain Dive about how the California wildfires are affecting supply chains and logistics.