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Geopolitics, Trade & Supply Chains

Navigate geopolitical uncertainty, trade policy changes, and global supply chain disruption with strategies that strengthen resilience, protect profitability, and support predictable growth. Discover how Supply Chain Planning, Operational Performance & Transformation, and Supply Chain Technology & Enablement help manufacturers and distributors improve supply continuity, respond faster to change, and build more agile, competitive supply chains.

Manufacturing Resurgence Taking Flight

Manufacturing is starting to take flight. The resurgence will be powerful and fast. As a well-connected business executive and trusted advisor mentioned recently, when manufacturing takes off, you will not be able to keep up if you aren't already on top of it.

2026-06-22T17:26:22-07:00February 3, 2025|Categories: Regionalization, Reshoring & Network Strategy, Geopolitics, Trade & Supply Chains|Tags: , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , |
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California Wildfires Create Ripple Effects on Supply Chains

Lisa Anderson was quoted on Supply Chain Dive about how the California wildfires are affecting supply chains and logistics.

2026-06-22T17:38:23-07:00January 29, 2025|Categories: In The News, Geopolitics, Trade & Supply Chains, Risk & Resilience|Tags: , , , , , , , |
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Inland Empire economy braces for 2025: Lisa Anderson

Lisa Anderson was quoted recently on the shape of the Inland Empire economy, and how it looks heading into 2025.

2026-06-28T17:06:09-07:00January 28, 2025|Categories: In The News, Trade Policy & Global Flows, Geopolitics, Trade & Supply Chains|Tags: , , , , , , , |
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Supply Chain 2025: Tariffs, Stockpiling, and Diversification

In this episode of Interlinks, Lisa Anderson, President of LMA Consulting in Los Angeles and I, discuss some of the supply chain effects of the geopolitical and international trade tensions that have been ongoing for some time now and that are expected to continue as the new US administration under President Donald Trump takes up the reins of power in Washington DC.

2026-06-22T17:37:40-07:00January 27, 2025|Categories: Geopolitical Risk & Disruption, Geopolitics, Trade & Supply Chains|Tags: , , , , , , , , , , , , |
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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.

2026-06-22T17:44:17-07:00January 24, 2025|Categories: In The News, Geopolitics, Trade & Supply Chains, Risk & Resilience|Tags: , , , , , , , |
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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.

2026-07-06T21:11:31-07:00January 22, 2025|Categories: Trade Policy & Global Flows, Geopolitics, Trade & Supply Chains|Tags: , , , , , , , , , |
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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.

2026-06-22T17:45:51-07:00January 20, 2025|Categories: Geopolitics, Trade & Supply Chains, Risk & Resilience|Tags: , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , |
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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.

2026-06-22T17:48:46-07:00January 16, 2025|Categories: Press Releases, Geopolitics, Trade & Supply Chains, Risk & Resilience|Tags: , , , , , , , , , , , |
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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.

2026-06-20T11:25:41-07:00January 15, 2025|Categories: Geopolitical Risk & Disruption, Geopolitics, Trade & Supply Chains|Tags: , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , |
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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.

2026-06-11T23:37:40-07:00January 14, 2025|Categories: Geopolitical Risk & Disruption, Geopolitics, Trade & Supply Chains|Tags: , , , , , , , , , |
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