Geopolitics, Trade & Supply Chains

Rare Earth Minerals: Why They Matter in Supply Chains
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Rare Earth Minerals: Why They Matter in Supply Chains

Geopolitical Risk & Disruption, Geopolitics, Trade & Supply Chains

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.

Lisa Anderson2026-06-11T23:23:29-07:00March 7, 2025|Categories: Geopolitical Risk & Disruption, Geopolitics, Trade & Supply Chains|Tags: Geopolitical risk, Global trade, Resiliency, Risk Management, Scalability, Strategic sourcing, Supply Chain Bytes, Supply chain disruptions, Supply continuity, Video|

Geopolitics Dominate Supply Chain Discussions
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Geopolitics Dominate Supply Chain Discussions

Geopolitical Risk & Disruption, Geopolitics, Trade & Supply Chains

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, [...]

Lisa Anderson2026-06-22T11:08:09-07:00March 6, 2025|Categories: Geopolitical Risk & Disruption, Geopolitics, Trade & Supply Chains|Tags: AI, Digital transformation, Geopolitical risk, Global trade, Nearshoring, Network optimization, Reshoring, Resiliency, Risk Management, S&OP, SIOP, Supply Chain Briefing Newsletter, Supply chain chokepoints, Supply chain disruptions, Supply chain visibility, Supply continuity|

Navigating China: Business, Manufacturing & Risk in Today’s Global Economy
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Navigating China: Business, Manufacturing & Risk in Today’s Global Economy

Geopolitical Risk & Disruption, Geopolitics, Trade & Supply Chains

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.

Lisa Anderson2026-06-22T11:10:46-07:00March 5, 2025|Categories: Geopolitical Risk & Disruption, Geopolitics, Trade & Supply Chains|Tags: AI, Geopolitical risk, Global trade, Nearshoring, Network optimization, Performance & Risk, Predictability, Reshoring, Resiliency, Risk Management, Supply Chain Chats, Supply chain chokepoints, Supply chain disruptions, Supply chain planning, Supply continuity, Video|

Unlocking North America’s Manufacturing Potential
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Unlocking North America’s Manufacturing Potential

In The News, Regionalization, Reshoring & Network Strategy, Geopolitics, Trade & Supply Chains

Unlocking North America’s Manufacturing Potential

In the second half of 2024, manufacturers in the U.S. and Mexico were in contraction according to PMI readings while Canada showed continual expansion. The Purchasing Managers’ Index (PMI) is based on a survey of private sector executives and measures the health of the economy. Canada has scored in [...]

Lisa Anderson2026-06-28T17:07:13-07:00March 4, 2025|Categories: In The News, Regionalization, Reshoring & Network Strategy, Geopolitics, Trade & Supply Chains|Tags: AI, Brushware Magazine, Customer service, Geopolitical risk, Global trade, Nearshoring, Network optimization, Reshoring, Resiliency, Scalability, Strategic sourcing, Tariffs|

Why Rare Earth Minerals Are Critical to the Supply Chain
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Why Rare Earth Minerals Are Critical to the Supply Chain

Geopolitical Risk & Disruption, Press Releases, Geopolitics, Trade & Supply Chains

Why Rare Earth Minerals Are Critical to the Supply Chain

Natural resources aren’t just about availability—they’re about accessibility and investment.

Lisa Anderson2026-06-22T11:25:53-07:00March 4, 2025|Categories: Geopolitical Risk & Disruption, Press Releases, Geopolitics, Trade & Supply Chains|Tags: AI, Geopolitical risk, Global trade, Nearshoring, Reshoring, Resiliency, Risk Management, Strategic sourcing, Supply chain chokepoints, Supply chain visibility, Supply continuity|

Integrated Supply Chains in Automobile and Aerospace Sectors
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Integrated Supply Chains in Automobile and Aerospace Sectors

In The News, Trade Policy & Global Flows, Geopolitics, Trade & Supply Chains

Integrated Supply Chains in Automobile and Aerospace Sectors

"Canada and Mexico have integrated supply chains with the U.S. in the automobile and aerospace sectors," Lisa said. "Although I think there might be short term impacts, I don’t think there will be significant tariffs over the medium/long-term."

Lisa Anderson2026-06-22T14:12:19-07:00February 28, 2025|Categories: In The News, Trade Policy & Global Flows, Geopolitics, Trade & Supply Chains|Tags: Geopolitical risk, Global trade, Nearshoring, Reshoring, Resiliency, Tariffs|

Supply Chains & Tariffs: Strategies to Stay Ahead
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Supply Chains & Tariffs: Strategies to Stay Ahead

Trade Policy & Global Flows, Geopolitics, Trade & Supply Chains

Supply Chains & Tariffs: Strategies to Stay Ahead

Tariffs are making headlines again—but what do they really mean for your supply chain? In this Supply Chain Byte, Lisa Anderson breaks down why tariffs exist, their impact on global trade and what businesses should be doing now to stay ahead. Whether you're managing sourcing, manufacturing or logistics, understanding tariffs is critical to maintaining a competitive edge.

Lisa Anderson2026-06-11T23:25:41-07:00February 27, 2025|Categories: Trade Policy & Global Flows, Geopolitics, Trade & Supply Chains|Tags: Geopolitical risk, Global trade, Profitability, Reshoring, Resiliency, Risk Management, Scalability, Strategic sourcing, Supply Chain Bytes, Supply chain planning, Tariffs, Video|

Supply Chain Strategies To Reduce & Mitigate Risks
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Supply Chain Strategies To Reduce & Mitigate Risks

In The News, Geopolitics, Trade & Supply Chains, Risk & Resilience

Supply Chain Strategies To Reduce & Mitigate Risks

In this Adhesives & Sealants Industry podcast interview, Lisa Anderson discusses supply chain risk, resilience, supplier collaboration, SIOP, technology, and the strategies manufacturers can use to navigate disruption and create a competitive advantage.

Lisa Anderson2026-06-14T18:22:13-07:00February 21, 2025|Categories: In The News, Geopolitics, Trade & Supply Chains, Risk & Resilience|Tags: AI, ASI, Customer service, ERP, Geopolitical risk, Nearshoring, Podcast, Predictability, Profitability, Reshoring, Resiliency, Risk Management, S&OP, SIOP, Supply chain planning, Supply continuity|

All the Hoopla Around Tariffs & What It Means for the Supply Chain
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All the Hoopla Around Tariffs & What It Means for the Supply Chain

Trade Policy & Global Flows, Geopolitics, Trade & Supply Chains

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.