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Explore supply chain articles, manufacturing insights, and practical strategies covering SIOP (Sales Inventory Operations Planning), supply chain planning, ERP, AI, operational performance, and global trade. Stay current with the latest trends, executive perspectives, and thought leadership from LMA Consulting Group.

Lisa Anderson Shares 8 Tips for a Successful ERP Upgrade

ERP upgrades are about more than technology—they require strong leadership, user engagement, and effective change management. Discover practical strategies for improving ERP implementation success and maximizing the value of your investment.

AI and Hyperscale Manufacturing Fuels Profitable Growth

Geopolitical disruption is accelerating the adoption of AI-enabled manufacturing and hyperscale operations. Learn how leading manufacturers are using AI, advanced planning, and flexible production to build resilient supply chains, scale rapidly, and drive profitable growth.

Collaborative Vertical Integration with Hyperscale Manufacturers

Manufacturers are under increasing pressure to scale production quickly as AI-driven demand, geopolitical risks, and domestic investment reshape the industrial landscape. Learn how hyperscale manufacturing combines automation, AI, advanced planning, and end-to-end supply chain orchestration to enable rapid, resilient, and cost-effective growth.

Tariffs and Trade: What Manufacturers Should Expect Next

Tariffs have become a long-term reality for manufacturers and supply chain leaders. This briefing recaps the key trade policy milestones, explains where U.S. tariffs stand today, examines the latest developments with China, and outlines practical strategies to reduce risk, improve resilience, and position for profitable growth.

Trucking Challenges: Why Manufacturers Need Options

Freight rates are increasing as transportation capacity tightens. Lisa Anderson explains what's driving the changes and shares strategies manufacturers can use to build a more resilient, predictable, and profitable supply chain.

Inefficiencies in the Global Supply Chain

Global supply chains are being rebuilt. Learn why FedEx CEO Raj Subramaniam believes AI, supply chain reconfiguration, and end-to-end transformation will define the next generation of manufacturing success—and what leaders should prioritize today.

Modern ERP Systems: Building a Smarter Digital Foundation

Modern ERP is about more than software. In this Supply Chain Chats episode, Lisa Anderson and David Ogilvie discuss AI, systems integration, best-of-breed solutions, and how manufacturers can build a flexible technology strategy that supports long-term growth and operational performance.

Micron’s Investment Highlights the Future of the Semiconductor Supply Chain

The U.S. semiconductor industry is rebuilding more than fabrication capacity. Learn why end-to-end supply chain resilience, strategic supplier partnerships, and SIOP are becoming competitive advantages as manufacturers strengthen networks to support AI growth and reduce supply chain risk.

AI Adoption

New research shows companies investing in AI are growing their workforces faster—not shrinking them. Learn why manufacturers should embrace AI today to improve forecasting, planning, productivity, and long-term competitive advantage.

Lisa Anderson Weighs In on Apple’s $30 Billion U.S. Manufacturing Strategy

Apple's latest U.S. manufacturing investment highlights a broader shift in supply chain strategy. Lisa Anderson explains why manufacturers are balancing resilience, risk, responsiveness, and profitability to build lasting competitive advantage in an increasingly uncertain global business environment.

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