Geopolitics, Trade & Supply Chains

U.S. and E.U. Trade Agreement
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U.S. and E.U. Trade Agreement

Trade Policy & Global Flows, Geopolitics, Trade & Supply Chains

U.S. and E.U. Trade Agreement

In this Supply Chain Byte, Lisa Anderson discusses the finalized trade deal, including the U.S. tariff on E.U. goods, the E.U.’s elimination of most tariffs on U.S. goods, expanded access for agricultural products and significant investment and purchase commitments. Companies must strengthen SIOP and capacity planning to scale successfully, protect margins, and take advantage of what is coming.

Lisa Anderson2026-07-07T15:32:41-07:00July 7, 2026|Categories: Trade Policy & Global Flows, Geopolitics, Trade & Supply Chains|Tags: AI, Capacity planning, Demand planning, Global trade, Predictability, Revenue growth, S&OP, Scalability, SIOP, Supply chain planning, Tariffs|

How Manufacturing Leaders Maintain Momentum in an Era of Constant Disruption
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How Manufacturing Leaders Maintain Momentum in an Era of Constant Disruption

In The News, Geopolitics, Trade & Supply Chains, Risk & Resilience

How Manufacturing Leaders Maintain Momentum in an Era of Constant Disruption

Manufacturing leaders can no longer wait for disruption to pass. Learn how leading manufacturers are responding to tariffs, geopolitical risk, AI, labor shortages, and changing customer expectations by strengthening planning, building resilient supply chains, leveraging technology strategically, and investing in the people and capabilities that drive long-term profitable growth.

Lisa Anderson2026-07-07T15:30:33-07:00July 6, 2026|Categories: In The News, Geopolitics, Trade & Supply Chains, Risk & Resilience|Tags: AI, Customer service, Data & Analytics, ERP, Geopolitical risk, Leadership, Predictability, Resiliency, Risk Management, S&OP, SIOP, Supply chain disruptions, Supply chain planning, Tariffs|

The Impact of Fires
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The Impact of Fires

Geopolitics, Trade & Supply Chains, Risk & Resilience

The Impact of Fires

In this Supply Chain Byte, Lisa Anderson discusses two recent examples: a fire affecting a medical device distribution center and another involving a cold storage facility. Both highlight why manufacturers and distributors need more than a static plan.

Lisa Anderson2026-06-29T20:42:51-07:00June 29, 2026|Categories: Geopolitics, Trade & Supply Chains, Risk & Resilience|Tags: APS, Customer service, Distribution, Food & Beverage, Inventory optimization, Medical products, Network optimization, Performance & Risk, Predictability, Predictive analytics, Replenishment, Resiliency, Risk Management, S&OP, SIOP, Supply Chain Bytes, Supply chain disruptions, Supply chain visibility, Supply continuity, TMS|

Tariffs, Trade Deals & Supply Chain Strategy
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Tariffs, Trade Deals & Supply Chain Strategy

Trade Policy & Global Flows, Geopolitics, Trade & Supply Chains

Tariffs, Trade Deals & Supply Chain Strategy

Although the Supreme Court ruling changed how tariffs are implemented, it did not eliminate them. With new trade agreements taking shape and additional negotiations underway, manufacturers and distributors should focus on strengthening supply chain resilience, profitability, and flexibility to navigate the evolving trade environment.

Lisa Anderson2026-07-06T20:52:37-07:00June 17, 2026|Categories: Trade Policy & Global Flows, Geopolitics, Trade & Supply Chains|Tags: AI, APS, Geopolitical risk, Global trade, Nearshoring, Profitability, Regulations, Reshoring, Resiliency, Risk Management, S&OP, SIOP, Strategic sourcing, Supply Chain Briefing Newsletter, Systems integration, Tariffs|

Reshoring, Vertical Integration, Strategic Partnerships
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Reshoring, Vertical Integration, Strategic Partnerships

Regionalization, Reshoring & Network Strategy, Geopolitics, Trade & Supply Chains

Reshoring, Vertical Integration, Strategic Partnerships

Recent world events continue to reshape supply chains and reinforce the need for greater control, speed and resilience. In this Supply Chain Byte, Lisa Anderson explains why manufacturers must think seriously about reshoring, vertical integration and strategic relationships to fast-track supply and secure the end-to-end supply chain.

Lisa Anderson2026-06-11T18:01:28-07:00May 29, 2026|Categories: Regionalization, Reshoring & Network Strategy, Geopolitics, Trade & Supply Chains|Tags: Customer service, Geopolitical risk, Nearshoring, Network optimization, Reshoring, Resiliency, Risk Management, Scalability, Strategic sourcing, Supply Chain Bytes, Supply continuity, Video|

Reshaping Supply Chains with Technology
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Reshaping Supply Chains with Technology

In The News, Geopolitics, Trade & Supply Chains, Risk & Resilience

Reshaping Supply Chains with Technology

Geopolitical uncertainty, supply chain disruptions, talent challenges, and rapidly evolving technologies are reshaping manufacturing and distribution. In this ASCM webinar, Lisa Anderson explores the trends influencing supply chain strategy and explains how resilient, proactive organizations can turn complexity into competitive advantage.

Lisa Anderson2026-06-14T13:21:33-07:00May 13, 2026|Categories: In The News, Geopolitics, Trade & Supply Chains, Risk & Resilience|Tags: APICS, ERP, Geopolitical risk, Predictability, Resiliency, Risk Management, S&OP, Scalability, SIOP, Video, Webinar|

Lithium Discovery
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Lithium Discovery

Regionalization, Reshoring & Network Strategy, Geopolitics, Trade & Supply Chains

Lithium Discovery

In this Supply Chain Byte, Lisa Anderson explains why the discovery of lithium matters: lithium is a critical input for batteries, electronics and electric vehicles - and the U.S. has historically relied on imports and overseas refining. Lisa outlines what manufacturers should be thinking about now to prepare and take advantage of this shift.

Lisa Anderson2026-06-11T20:58:22-07:00May 6, 2026|Categories: Regionalization, Reshoring & Network Strategy, Geopolitics, Trade & Supply Chains|Tags: Geopolitical risk, Reshoring, Resiliency, Scalability, Strategic sourcing, Supply Chain Bytes, Supply continuity, Video|

Could the Iran War Trigger a Bigger Trade Crisis Than COVID?
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Could the Iran War Trigger a Bigger Trade Crisis Than COVID?

In The News, Geopolitical Risk & Disruption, Geopolitics, Trade & Supply Chains

Could the Iran War Trigger a Bigger Trade Crisis Than COVID?

As the Iran war simmers, trade experts ask whether it could reshape supply chains more deeply than COVID, forcing companies to rethink strategies to counter further geopolitical shocks. The back-to-back crises of the pandemic and the Iran war have altered how many companies now assess risk.

Lisa Anderson2026-06-21T12:21:05-07:00April 24, 2026|Categories: In The News, Geopolitical Risk & Disruption, Geopolitics, Trade & Supply Chains|Tags: Geopolitical risk, Nearshoring, Reshoring, Resiliency, Risk Management, Strategic sourcing, Supply chain chokepoints, Supply chain disruptions, Supply continuity|

Transportation Trends and Opportunities as Supply Chains Reshape
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Transportation Trends and Opportunities as Supply Chains Reshape

In The News, Trade Policy & Global Flows, Geopolitics, Trade & Supply Chains

Transportation Trends and Opportunities as Supply Chains Reshape

As supply chains reshape with changing geopolitical and trade conditions, transportation evolves. Transportation and goods movement systems remained largely intact, yet as supply chain networks evolve and artificial intelligence (AI) takes hold, transportation infrastructure and related networks will transform to provide superior customer value in an efficient and profitable manner.

Lisa Anderson2026-06-21T12:25:34-07:00April 16, 2026|Categories: In The News, Trade Policy & Global Flows, Geopolitics, Trade & Supply Chains|Tags: AI, APS, ASI, Best of, Customer service, Distribution, Geopolitical risk, Global trade, Nearshoring, Network optimization, Predictability, Predictive analytics, Reshoring, Resiliency, S&OP, Scalability, SIOP, Supply chain chokepoints, Supply chain disruptions, Supply continuity, Tariffs, TMS|

Rebuilding Industrial Manufacturing in the U.S.
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Rebuilding Industrial Manufacturing in the U.S.

In The News, Regionalization, Reshoring & Network Strategy, Geopolitics, Trade & Supply Chains

Rebuilding Industrial Manufacturing in the U.S.

Tariffs, sweeping policy changes under the One Big Beautiful Bill, heightened geopolitical risk and the accelerating impact of artificial intelligence, is leading companies to rethink where and how they build their products and serve their customers. After decades of offshoring, fragile global supply chains and margin pressure, U.S. manufacturing, mining, and construction are entering a decisive new growth cycle.