Why Local Supply Chains Are the Future of Business
Having more diverse, shorter, less complex supply chains creates more resiliency.
Rare Earth Minerals: Why They Matter in Supply Chains
Rare earth minerals are essential to modern technology, from EV batteries to aerospace components. In this Supply Chain Chat, Lisa Anderson dives into why these minerals are so critical, what industries rely on them, and what supply chains must do to secure a stable supply in an increasingly competitive global market.
Geopolitics Dominate Supply Chain Discussions
Geopolitics Dominate Supply Chain Discussions Almost every supply chain chokepoint has geopolitics dominating the discussion. From the Panama Canal to the Suez Canal to the South China Seas and Greenland, geopolitics and supply chains have circulated in the news. For companies to be successful navigating this VUCA (volatility, uncertainty, [...]
Navigating China: Business, Manufacturing & Risk in Today’s Global Economy
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.
All the Hoopla Around Tariffs & What It Means for the Supply Chain
Tariffs are reshaping global trade and supply chains, creating both uncertainty and opportunity. As trade policies evolve, manufacturers and supply chain leaders must understand the potential impacts on costs, sourcing strategies, and competitiveness while building resilient plans for future growth.
Supply Chain Resiliency A Must for Success
Risks abound in the global supply chain and goods movement systems. The only successful strategy to thrive is to create a resilient supply chain. According to the Global Port Tracker (GPT) report from Hackett Associates and the National Retail Federation (NRF), the specter of labor strife and new tariffs, along with strong sales, is driving U.S. retailers to keep imports surging through the spring.
U.S. Tariff Impact on Supply Chains and Business Strategy
With new tariffs set to take effect, businesses are re-evaluating supply chain strategies to mitigate costs and risks. From reshoring to supplier diversification, companies are adapting to shifting trade policies while balancing efficiency and profitability. As tariffs reshape global sourcing, proactive executives are seizing opportunities to strengthen resilience and streamline operations.
California Wildfires Create Ripple Effects on Supply Chains
Lisa Anderson was quoted on Supply Chain Dive about how the California wildfires are affecting supply chains and logistics.
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.
Supply Chain 2025: Tariffs, Stockpiling, and Diversification
In this episode of Interlinks, Lisa Anderson, President of LMA Consulting in Los Angeles and I, discuss some of the supply chain effects of the geopolitical and international trade tensions that have been ongoing for some time now and that are expected to continue as the new US administration under President Donald Trump takes up the reins of power in Washington DC.