Industrials & Manufacturing Roar Back Although manufacturing has been in a slump for the two years, industrials and manufacturing have roared back. Industrial production has been up for three months in a row, and it surged to its highest ever recorded rate in February. This data aligns with the [...]
Is China still a viable place for manufacturing and business? In this episode of Supply Chain Chats, Lisa Anderson sits down with John Tulac, International Business Attorney, to discuss the realities of doing business in China.
In the latest evidence of the heightened concerns related to geopolitical risk, Biden has cracked down on most Chinese cars and trucks with a rule that software and hardware cannot come from China. There is concern about having millions of cars on the road with a potential threat to national security.
Lisa Anderson, President of LMA Consulting Group, was happy to have collaborated with Kardex in their new 2025 warehouse automation trends article. "Blockchain and cybersecurity together form the backbone of a resilient supply chain. With these technologies, companies can monitor every transaction, reduce vulnerabilities, and build stronger trust with their partners and customers."
With cyberattacks and security threats on the rise, it’s more important than ever for manufacturers and supply chain leaders to address vulnerabilities in their supply chains to reduce their risk of disruption
A single weak link can expose the entire supply chain to significant risks, which is why it’s crucial for companies to proactively assess and secure their end-to-end operations.
The Wall Street Journal reported that China-linked hackers breached U.S. internet providers. This hacking campaign termed Salt Typhoon is the latest attack into valuable computer networks.
Volatility, uncertainty, complexity, and ambiguity (VUCA) continues to rage and threaten manufacturers and supply chain chain organizations. The VUCA threshold skyrocketed during the pandemic, and it has not returned to normal.
In attending the Southern California E-Commerce & Logistics Summit, it is clear that focusing on global logistics as a system of systems is paramount (special shout out to Fran Inman for the use of her phrase). Not one link in the supply chain can succeed on its own.
Supply chain risks are exploding. Just look at the news, and you'll see a potential UPS strike, a Canadian port strike, potential hurricanes (Hawaii, Florida), China stirring up potential conflict with China, the Crimean bridge attack, and much more.
