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Inland Empire economy braces for 2025: Lisa Anderson

Lisa Anderson was quoted recently on the shape of the Inland Empire economy, and how it looks heading into 2025.

Inventory Optimization In Full Focus in the Turbulent Economy

If you follow the stock market, you might think the economy is strong. As consumers, we are frustrated with the price of everyday supplies such as food, gas, and housing.

Baltimore Bridge Collapse to Have ‘Slight Impact’ on US Economy as Reroutes Add Up, Raising Overall Inflation: Consultant

NTD TV in New York interviewed Lisa Anderson about the Baltimore Bridge Collapse the Supply Chain Impact to discuss the economic impact.

How Baltimore’s Key Bridge collapse will affect supply chains and the economy

The Francis Scott Key Bridge now lies partially submerged in the Patapsco River after a catastrophic cargo ship collision this week. Here’s how the Key Bridge collapse may affect the port’s operation.

The Economy, Outlook & Strategies for Success

In the last month, we've participated in at least six economic forecast presentations or discussions with experts (economic, banking, investment, manufacturing). Although they each had nuances, common themes emerged. Adding our expertise into the mix, we see volatility on the horizon. 

Navigating a Slow Economy: Strategies for Manufacturers

Lisa Anderson of LMA Consulting Group was quoted in Manufacturing Dive about how manufacturers can navigate a slowing economy.

Companies Eye Innovation and Disruption in Volatile Economy

CLAREMONT, Calif., August 1, 2023/ExpertClick/ -- Proactive innovation and disruption are helping businesses to succeed in the current volatile economic environment, according to The Society for the Advancement of Consulting® (SAC). The best companies are leveraging their culture of innovation and advanced technologies to enhance customer experience. Without it, [...]

What’s Up in the Economy, Business, Manufacturing & Supply Chain?

It is a whirlwind and confusing. Here is a quote that sums it up perfectly: From a salesperson at a client recapping the conversations at a recent industry conference - Everyone is skeptical, but we are all seeing orders and backlog remain pretty robust.

The Economy & Manufacturing: What Do the Statistics Say?

According to this week's GDP report, the real growth rate was minimal (around 1.1%) during the first quarter. On the other hand, inflation remains high, around 5.3%. This seems to reflect stagflation. Unfortunately, business equipment spending was around -7.3%, and inventories are down. PMI (Purchasing Managers' Index), an [...]

The Economy – Where are we headed & where to focus?

In the last few weeks, I've participated in three different economic events, talked with trusted advisors and seen what clients are experiencing. From banks to economists to executives, differing views emerge. But, what is the bottom line?

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