Geopolitics, Trade & Supply Chains

KNX Interviewed Lisa Anderson About the Los Angeles Fires
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KNX Interviewed Lisa Anderson About the Los Angeles Fires

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

KNX Interviewed Lisa Anderson About the Los Angeles Fires

KNX interviewed Lisa Anderson about the Los Angeles fires and the supply chain impacts and economic impacts. We discussed the devastation caused by the fires, how the retail supply chains would be affected from demand and supply misalignment, and the impacts on the building and construction industry as well as the consumer products industry.

Lisa Anderson2026-06-22T17:44:17-07:00January 24, 2025|Categories: In The News, Geopolitics, Trade & Supply Chains, Risk & Resilience|Tags: Building Products, Customer service, Radio, Resiliency, Risk Management, Supply chain disruptions, Supply chain visibility, Supply continuity|

Regulatory Impacts on the Supply Chain
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Regulatory Impacts on the Supply Chain

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

Regulatory Impacts on the Supply Chain

Regulations can drive or derail progress in supply chains. In this Supply Chain Byte, Lisa Anderson discusses newly signed Executive Orders from President Trump, the impact of regulatory changes on industries, and why common-sense regulations are essential for customer success and business growth.

Lisa Anderson2026-07-06T21:11:31-07:00January 22, 2025|Categories: Trade Policy & Global Flows, Geopolitics, Trade & Supply Chains|Tags: Geopolitical risk, Global trade, Performance & Risk, Regulations, Resiliency, Revenue growth, Risk Management, Scalability, Supply Chain Bytes, Video|

The Future of Supply Chain
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The Future of Supply Chain

Geopolitics, Trade & Supply Chains, Risk & Resilience

The Future of Supply Chain

In this Future of Supply Chain podcast discussion, Lisa Anderson shares her outlook on the trends shaping supply chains in 2025, including regionalization, resilience, supply chain visibility, artificial intelligence, talent development, and the opportunities available to proactive organizations.

Lisa Anderson2026-06-22T17:45:51-07:00January 20, 2025|Categories: Geopolitics, Trade & Supply Chains, Risk & Resilience|Tags: AI, Data & Analytics, ERP, Global trade, Nearshoring, Podcast, Predictability, Reshoring, Resiliency, Risk Management, S&OP, SAP, Scalability, SIOP, Supply chain visibility, Supply continuity, Workforce planning|

LMA Consulting Highlights Ripple Effects of LA Fires on Supply Chains
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LMA Consulting Highlights Ripple Effects of LA Fires on Supply Chains

Press Releases, Geopolitics, Trade & Supply Chains, Risk & Resilience

LMA Consulting Highlights Ripple Effects of LA Fires on Supply Chains

Lisa Anderson warns that the recent devastating fires in Los Angeles County will have far-reaching impacts on supply chains well beyond the immediate area. With over 100,000 people displaced and critical infrastructure, IT systems and power grids affected, businesses across industries must prepare for disruptions that could persist for months.

Lisa Anderson2026-06-22T17:48:46-07:00January 16, 2025|Categories: Press Releases, Geopolitics, Trade & Supply Chains, Risk & Resilience|Tags: Building Products, Customer service, Demand planning, Predictability, Predictive analytics, Resiliency, Risk Management, S&OP, SIOP, Supply chain disruptions, Supply chain visibility, Supply continuity|

Cyber & Geopolitical Risks Spurring Supply Chain Changes & Upgrades
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Cyber & Geopolitical Risks Spurring Supply Chain Changes & Upgrades

Geopolitical Risk & Disruption, Geopolitics, Trade & Supply Chains

Cyber & Geopolitical Risks Spurring Supply Chain Changes & Upgrades

In the latest evidence of the heightened concerns related to geopolitical risk, Biden has cracked down on most Chinese cars and trucks with a rule that software and hardware cannot come from China. There is concern about having millions of cars on the road with a potential threat to national security.

Lisa Anderson2026-06-20T11:25:41-07:00January 15, 2025|Categories: Geopolitical Risk & Disruption, Geopolitics, Trade & Supply Chains|Tags: AI, APS, Best of, Data & Analytics, ERP, Geopolitical risk, MRP, Resiliency, Risk Management, S&OP, SIOP, Strategic sourcing, Supply Chain Briefing Newsletter, Supply chain disruptions, Supply chain planning, Supply continuity|

Panama Canal & Greenland Impact on the Supply Chain
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Panama Canal & Greenland Impact on the Supply Chain

Geopolitical Risk & Disruption, Geopolitics, Trade & Supply Chains

Panama Canal & Greenland Impact on the Supply Chain

The Panama Canal and Greenland are making headlines for a reason. In this Supply Chain Byte, Lisa Anderson breaks down their strategic importance—from moving goods into the U.S. to securing rare earth minerals—and what it means for global supply chains.

Lisa Anderson2026-06-11T23:37:40-07:00January 14, 2025|Categories: Geopolitical Risk & Disruption, Geopolitics, Trade & Supply Chains|Tags: Geopolitical risk, Global trade, Performance & Risk, Reshoring, Resiliency, Risk Management, Strategic sourcing, Supply Chain Bytes, Supply chain chokepoints, Supply continuity|

The Backup to the Backup
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The Backup to the Backup

Geopolitics, Trade & Supply Chains, Risk & Resilience

The Backup to the Backup

Although we talk about the value of the backup to the backup all the time in supply chain circles, when the rubber meets the road with the costs of the backup, it can be seen as excessive.

Lisa Anderson2026-06-28T17:03:07-07:00January 10, 2025|Categories: Geopolitics, Trade & Supply Chains, Risk & Resilience|Tags: Customer service, I've Been Thinking Newsletter, Predictability, Profitability, Resiliency, Risk Management, Strategic sourcing, Supply chain disruptions, Supply chain planning, Supply continuity|

Consumer Spending & Logistics Impact
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Consumer Spending & Logistics Impact

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

Consumer Spending & Logistics Impact

Consumer spending is on the rise, and it’s affecting supply chains. In this Supply Chain Byte, Lisa Anderson highlights the key factors—like logistics—you need to consider to stay prepared and keep your supply chain agile.

Lisa Anderson2026-06-11T23:41:46-07:00January 9, 2025|Categories: Trade Policy & Global Flows, Geopolitics, Trade & Supply Chains|Tags: Consumer products, Customer service, Data & Analytics, Demand planning, Distribution, Geopolitical risk, Global trade, Predictability, Resiliency, Supply Chain Bytes, Supply chain planning, Tariffs|

Targeting Manufacturing Growth in the New Year
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Targeting Manufacturing Growth in the New Year

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

Targeting Manufacturing Growth in the New Year

There will be new policies, new supply chains and new manufacturing growth in the New Year. Although 2024 has ended on a sluggish note for most manufacturers with concerns swirling around missed revenue goals, inventory levels tying up cash and supply chain vulnerabilities and risks, there is excitement around changes coming down the pike.

Lisa Anderson2026-06-22T22:44:51-07:00January 7, 2025|Categories: In The News, Regionalization, Reshoring & Network Strategy, Geopolitics, Trade & Supply Chains|Tags: AI, Brushware Magazine, Capacity planning, Customer service, Digital transformation, ERP, Geopolitical risk, Innovation, Nearshoring, Network optimization, Predictability, Profitability, Reshoring, Resiliency, Revenue growth, Risk Management, S&OP, Scalability, SIOP, Supply chain planning, Supply continuity, Talent development, Tariffs|

Trending in the Supply Chain
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Trending in the Supply Chain

Regionalization, Reshoring & Network Strategy, Geopolitics, Trade & Supply Chains

Trending in the Supply Chain

The peak season started two months earlier than normal and extended two months later than normal to account for the volatility and expected disruptions in the global supply chain.