Is Apple Moving Design In-House?
Apple has developed its own processors for years but has recently increased its focus on the in-house design of components.
What Do Sears and Amazon Have in Common?
Sears was the former Amazon just about 100 years ago, growing 50-fold within a decade with its world-famous catalog and then transforming from a mailing company to a brick-and-mortar giant.
Are You Reshoring?
Where are you sourcing from currently? Don't just jump on the new bandwagon of reshoring but you should give your total cost of ownership a second look as well as dig into your customers' expectations and sourcing impacts.
Hurricane Harvey & Supply Chain Impacts
Supply chain disruptions are commonplace - and often unavoidable. Are you planning for the most likely supply chain impacts in your business?
LMA Consulting Group’s Lisa Anderson Is a Panelist for Drucker Supply Chain Forum
I'm excited to participate on the "Professional Pathways in Supply Chain" panel at the Drucker Supply Chain Forum. This panel applies equally well to students and professionals as there is an unprecedented need for strong supply chain talent in the marketplace.
Is Supply Chain Top of Mind?
A strategic focus on supply chain can dramatically influence your business's success, competitiveness, and resilience. Is it top of mind?
Time or Money – Which Gets the Priority?
Deciding between time or money is an intricate balance. Getting it right guides strategic decisions aligning with business goals.
Amazon and Whole Foods
Amazon acquiring Whole Foods reflects strategic foresight into retail evolution, blending online prowess with physical store advantages
Rethinking Sourcing
Successful manufacturers are re-evaluating their outsourcing/ insourcing/ near-sourcing options. To remain competitive and have any hope of staying ahead of the curve, they are knee-deep in considering the options.
Are You Investing in Service?
Invest in customer service like you do in people and systems to stand out and maintain a competitive edge in today's market.