The Power of SIOP / S&OP in Fueling Profitable Growth
In the last month, clients have been proving the critical importance of SIOP (Sales Inventory Operations Planning), also known as S&OP or IBP (Integrated Business Planning) time and again.
Local Sourcing Has Big Benefits for Business
Lisa Anderson was quoted in an article on the American Express website discussing why local sourcing can help benefit your business in a big way!
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.
Lou Desmond Show: Interview about Supply Chain
Lisa Anderson was interviewed on the Lou Desmond radio show to talk supply chain. John Tulac, international business attorney, hosted the show to talk the status of the supply chain and what opportunities will emerge.
Inflation & Disruption Increasing Again
Inflation and disruption are increasing again. Wholesale inflation as measured by the producer price index increased by .5% since last month which was more than expected. Core inflation (excluding food and energy) went up by .3% which was also more than expected.
Lisa Anderson, Manufacturing & Supply Chain Consultant Addresses Supply Chain Vulnerabilities Amidst Israel-Hamas Conflict
The Israel-Hammas conflict is a stark reminder that global supply chains can be disrupted by unforeseen political events. No matter the safeguards in place, events like this can be major disruptors. That is why organizations must cultivate options to mitigate risk and protect their bottom line
Tech in the Supply Chain
Lisa Anderson was interviewed by Douglas Squirrel of the Squirrel Squadron on LinkedIn Live about technology in manufacturing and the supply chain.
Business Value of Data Analysis & Predictive Analytics
In working across company sizes, industries, and geographies, in almost 20 years of business consulting, every single client without exception needed to better utilize data to improve customer service and bottom line results. Smart clients are turning data into insights so that they can pinpoint where to focus quickly.
Effective Backlog Management to Rapidly Improve Service
Customer service has suffered in the last few years. Yet providing a superior customer experience is paramount to success especially during these turbulent times of volatility, uncertainty, complexity and ambiguity (VUCA).
Supply Chains are on the Move
Global supply chains are on the move. Executives have been hit with the harsh reality that the risk (supply chain, geopolitical, cyber, IP, etc.) is far higher than they realized when they outsourced with an eye to cost.