Geopolitics, Trade & Supply Chains

Tariffs and Trade: What Manufacturers Should Expect Next
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Tariffs and Trade: What Manufacturers Should Expect Next

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

Tariffs and Trade: What Manufacturers Should Expect Next

Tariffs have become a long-term reality for manufacturers and supply chain leaders. This briefing recaps the key trade policy milestones, explains where U.S. tariffs stand today, examines the latest developments with China, and outlines practical strategies to reduce risk, improve resilience, and position for profitable growth.

Lisa Anderson2026-08-01T22:30:51-07:00July 30, 2026|Categories: Trade Policy & Global Flows, Geopolitics, Trade & Supply Chains|Tags: AI, Best of, ERP, Geopolitical risk, Global trade, Industrial Manufacturing, Predictive analytics, Resiliency, Risk Management, S&OP, SIOP, Supply chain disruptions, Supply chain visibility, Tariffs|

Trucking Challenges: Why Manufacturers Need Options
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Trucking Challenges: Why Manufacturers Need Options

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

Trucking Challenges: Why Manufacturers Need Options

Freight rates are increasing as transportation capacity tightens. Lisa Anderson explains what's driving the changes and shares strategies manufacturers can use to build a more resilient, predictable, and profitable supply chain.

Lisa Anderson2026-07-29T14:21:44-07:00July 28, 2026|Categories: Trade Policy & Global Flows, Geopolitics, Trade & Supply Chains|Tags: Network optimization, Profitability, Resiliency, Supply Chain Bytes, Supply chain planning, Supply chain visibility, Video|

Micron’s Investment Highlights the Future of the Semiconductor Supply Chain
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Micron’s Investment Highlights the Future of the Semiconductor Supply Chain

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

Micron’s Investment Highlights the Future of the Semiconductor Supply Chain

The U.S. semiconductor industry is rebuilding more than fabrication capacity. Learn why end-to-end supply chain resilience, strategic supplier partnerships, and SIOP are becoming competitive advantages as manufacturers strengthen networks to support AI growth and reduce supply chain risk.

Lisa Anderson2026-07-15T14:04:46-07:00July 14, 2026|Categories: Regionalization, Reshoring & Network Strategy, Geopolitics, Trade & Supply Chains|Tags: AI, Geopolitical risk, Industrial Manufacturing, Network optimization, Predictability, Reshoring, Risk Management, S&OP, Scalability, SIOP, Supply Chain Briefing Newsletter, Supply chain chokepoints, Supply chain visibility, Supply continuity|

Lisa Anderson Weighs In on Apple’s $30 Billion U.S. Manufacturing Strategy
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Lisa Anderson Weighs In on Apple’s $30 Billion U.S. Manufacturing Strategy

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

Lisa Anderson Weighs In on Apple’s $30 Billion U.S. Manufacturing Strategy

Apple's latest U.S. manufacturing investment highlights a broader shift in supply chain strategy. Lisa Anderson explains why manufacturers are balancing resilience, risk, responsiveness, and profitability to build lasting competitive advantage in an increasingly uncertain global business environment.

Lisa Anderson2026-07-15T13:51:28-07:00July 10, 2026|Categories: In The News, Regionalization, Reshoring & Network Strategy, Geopolitics, Trade & Supply Chains|Tags: Geopolitical risk, Nearshoring, Network optimization, Reshoring, Resiliency, Risk Management, Strategic sourcing, Supply continuity|

An E.U. Supply Chain Perspective
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An E.U. Supply Chain Perspective

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

An E.U. Supply Chain Perspective

Lisa Anderson and Patrick Daly discuss the U.S.–E.U. trade agreement, geopolitical risk, rightshoring, automation, and regional manufacturing strategies, offering practical insights into how global supply chains are evolving and what manufacturers and distributors should consider next.

Lisa Anderson2026-07-29T17:57:37-07:00July 9, 2026|Categories: Trade Policy & Global Flows, Geopolitics, Trade & Supply Chains|Tags: AI, Automation, Geopolitical risk, Global trade, Industrial Manufacturing, Predictability, Reshoring, Resiliency, Supply Chain Chats|

Lisa Anderson Featured in The Press-Enterprise
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Lisa Anderson Featured in The Press-Enterprise

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

Lisa Anderson Featured in The Press-Enterprise

Lisa Anderson, President of LMA Consulting Group, was featured in The Press-Enterprise discussing Inland Empire warehouse growth, automation, sustainability, and the critical role logistics plays in supporting Southern California's economy and supply chain competitiveness.

Lisa Anderson2026-07-09T16:32:54-07:00July 9, 2026|Categories: In The News, Regionalization, Reshoring & Network Strategy, Geopolitics, Trade & Supply Chains|Tags: AI, Automation, Customer service, Distribution, Network optimization, Resiliency, Risk Management, Scalability, Supply chain visibility|

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 Anderson2026-07-28T15:25:11-07:00July 6, 2026|Categories: In The News, Geopolitics, Trade & Supply Chains, Risk & Resilience|Tags: AI, Brushware Magazine, 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.