LMA Introduces Services Framework to Help Manufacturers Clarify Supply Chain Priorities
Introducing a new services framework that helps manufacturers better understand and tackle the complexity of their supply chains.
Case Study in Fueling Productivity, Profitability, & Performance with ERP Optimization
In today's VUCA-laden (volatility, uncertainty, complexity, ambiguity) environment, every executive must focus on common sense solutions that cut through the sludge to deliver increased productivity, profitability, and performance. Only those companies that are prepared to pivot and enhance customer value while delivering bottom line results will thrive in the [...]
Emerging Trends in Equipment & Technology
What’s next for manufacturing equipment and technology? In this Supply Chain Byte, Lisa Anderson highlights three key trends that emerged from ProMat and shares how manufacturers can stay ahead by planning strategically for future advancements.
AI – What’s All the Buzz?
AI is transforming manufacturing—but how can it be used wisely? In this Supply Chain Byte, Lisa Anderson breaks down the real value of AI and shares practical examples of how manufacturers can leverage it for efficiency, value and growth. Don’t just follow the buzz—learn how to make AI work for your business.
CES & Stargate Highlight AI as Critical in Manufacturing & Supply Chain Success
AI rules at one of the world's most influential and largest technology conferences, the Consumer Electronics Show (CES). This year's event highlighted a diverse array of products designed to enhance efficiency, personalization and sustainability.
Warehouse Automation Trends for 2025
Lisa Anderson, President of LMA Consulting Group, was happy to have collaborated with Kardex in their new 2025 warehouse automation trends article. "Blockchain and cybersecurity together form the backbone of a resilient supply chain. With these technologies, companies can monitor every transaction, reduce vulnerabilities, and build stronger trust with their partners and customers."
Digitization of the Supply Chain Drives Profitable Growth
According to a McKinsey study, investment in supply chain digitization is slowing down after rapid growth in 2020-2023. On the other hand, the McKinsey Global Supply Chain Leader Survey finds that nine out of 10 respondents continue to experience supply chain challenges. And, according to Reuters, supply chain glitches [...]
So After Investing $1 Million+ in Systems, Why Are We Making Important Decisions from Spreadsheets?
Every CFO seems to wonder why they spend millions on ERP upgrades yet critical decisions seem to boil down to spreadsheets.
Planning & MRP Upgrades to Support Revenue Plans & Proactively Plan Capacity
Fulfilling customer demand successfully is not as easy as it was prior to this volatile, uncertain, complex, and ambiguous (VUCA) environment. As supply chain disruptions continue to rage, planners jump through hoops, expedite, and are a bit frazzled trying to support customer requirements while meeting operational objectives, pushing back when needed on sales commitments, and addressing cost concerns.
Using AI to Improve Business Performance
As business executives contend with heightened supply chain risks and inflationary pressures, artificial intelligence (AI) has emerged as a hot technology that can help to improve business performance.