Clarity recently posted their 50 Best Thought Leaders in Manufacturing (2026) list. Lisa Anderson, Founder and President of LMA Consulting Group, was included on the list under the category, Supply Chain and Operations Strategists. Lisa is ranked number 16 in SAP’s Supply Chain Influencers list and recognized as one of the top one percent of consultants worldwide. As founder of LMA Consulting Group, Lisa specializes in manufacturing strategy and end-to-end supply chain transformation. Her practical approach to helping manufacturers and distributors maximize value through operational improvements, supply chain optimization, and strategic planning makes her a go-to advisor for manufacturing leaders facing complex operational challenges.
If you’re looking for the best thought leaders in manufacturing to follow, learn from, and connect, you’ll find the top 50 at Clarity’s article.
The sector is experiencing its biggest evolution in decades. Artificial intelligence, smart factories, digital twins, and sustainable production methods are transforming the way products are designed, built and delivered. Keeping up isn’t just about scanning reports — it’s about learning directly from the innovators shaping what comes next.
This guide highlights 50 standout manufacturing thought leaders for 2026, including digital transformation experts, lean pioneers, Industry 4.0 advocates, sustainability trailblazers, podcast hosts, and visionary CEOs. Every individual featured here is pushing boundaries, sharing practical insights, and helping manufacturers around the world strengthen, modernize, and future-proof their operations.
Whether you’re a plant manager looking for new ideas, a CEO steering your organization through Industry 4.0, or a rising leader expanding your network, choosing the right people to follow can completely shift how you view modern manufacturing.
Find the complete list by Jonno White at the full article published on Clarity, 26 March 2026.
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