As geopolitical, tariff, and other supply chain risks are causing concerns with offshoring strategies and the global sourcing perspective, companies are reviewing domestic alternatives. Companies are moving towards domestic and regional supply chains and preparing to scale manufacturing and the extended supply chains.
During volatile times of heightened uncertainty, companies typically batten down the hatches to save money and avoid rocking the boat. As the business outlook pivots to the positive, demand will be stimulated, providing huge opportunities for those companies prepared to scale rapidly with AI and advanced technologies and serve customer needs.
In a world of constant distractions and disruptions, it's easy to overlook the fundamentals. In this Supply Chain Byte, Lisa Anderson explains why success still depends on getting the basics right—safety, quality, service, production, purchasing, planning and the use of ERP and related systems. Before adding complexity, make sure the foundation of your supply chain is strong.
What's trending in manufacturing was highlighted at the Valve Manufacturers Association (VMA) Annual Meeting. From discussions on utilizing AI to what's trending in water, data centers, geopolitics, supply chain and foundries, we provide highlights, stats, and implications for the future of manufacturers and extended supply chains.
Disruptions rarely stay contained and aluminum is a clear example. In this Supply Chain Byte, Lisa Anderson explains how challenges in one material can ripple through the entire end-to-end supply chain, affecting the largest of manufacturers.
The most successful companies are better utilizing ERP to automate processes, enhance customer value and better prioritize resources to support growth and scalability. Every company can better utilize their ERP system to drive bottom line results. Thus, we review top ways to better optimize ERP including a case study.
Taking your supplier / customer relationships to the next level of partnership is integral to supporting profitable growth with exceptional customer service and cash flow (ie. inventory turns) levels. Vendor managed inventory (VMI) can be integral to maximizing revenue/ service, profitability, and working capital.
As companies are concerned about declining backlogs, they are searching for solutions to keep top talent and stop the bleeding. Executives are using SIOP to maximize margins while preparing to scale up successfully for a manufacturing resurgence.
LMA Consulting Group, Inc., a leader in manufacturing strategy and supply chain transformation, led by Lisa Anderson, MBA, CSCP, CLTD, joins the national spotlight for Manufacturing Month by highlighting the renewed strength and strategic importance of U.S. manufacturing.
In today’s volatile world, manufacturers must ensure their supply chains are both secure and resilient. In this Supply Chain Byte, Lisa Anderson explains how it starts upstream with your suppliers—who are no longer just vendors, but partners in stability and success.
