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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.

Just-In-Time When Supply Chains Are Backlogged

Transportation disruptions have made logistics resilience more important than ever. In this Cargo Shorts podcast, Lisa Anderson discusses how stronger shipper-carrier partnerships, a focus on total transportation cost, and collaborative supply chain strategies can improve service, reduce costs, and create a more resilient supply chain.

2026-07-10T22:46:02-07:00December 1, 2022|Categories: In The News, Geopolitics, Trade & Supply Chains, Risk & Resilience|Tags: , , , , , , , , , , , , |
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Rail Strike Supply Chain Impacts

As a potential nationwide rail strike threatened to disrupt U.S. supply chains, Lisa Anderson discussed the risks to manufacturers and the proactive strategies companies should use to protect critical materials, maintain supply continuity, and minimize operational disruptions.

2026-07-10T22:53:53-07:00November 30, 2022|Categories: In The News, Geopolitical Risk & Disruption, Geopolitics, Trade & Supply Chains|Tags: , , , , , , , , , |
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Events, Shocks, Trends and the Supply Chain

Shocks and events such as the war in Ukraine, the pandemic and Brexit, among other may feel like they have appeared out of nowhere, but these events are taking place within the context of overarching trends that are unmoved by these short-term shocks and events. This provides us with another perspective on how to react and devise successful supply chain strategies as we look to the future.

2026-07-12T09:25:35-07:00November 22, 2022|Categories: In The News, Geopolitical Risk & Disruption, Geopolitics, Trade & Supply Chains|Tags: , , , , , , , , , , , |
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Are You Rethinking Your Supply Chain Strategy?

Supply chain strategy requires constant reevaluation in today's volatile environment. Learn how supplier diversification, SIOP, network optimization, and inventory strategies help manufacturers build more resilient supply chains.

2026-07-19T11:20:59-07:00November 11, 2022|Categories: Geopolitics, Trade & Supply Chains, Risk & Resilience|Tags: , , , , , , , , , , , |
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Case Study: Strategies to Successfully Navigate Inflation

Inflation, material shortages, and shifting demand are reshaping manufacturing. Learn how collaborative planning, supplier alignment, and production scheduling helped one manufacturer improve profitability and grow market share.

2026-08-01T18:51:42-07:00November 9, 2022|Categories: In The News, Trade Policy & Global Flows, Geopolitics, Trade & Supply Chains|Tags: , , , , , , , , , , , |
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Austin, It’s Skyline & Manufacturing Hub

Geopolitical risk and supply chain disruptions are accelerating the manufacturing renaissance. Learn why companies are reshoring, nearshoring and expanding manufacturing capacity closer to customers to strengthen resilience and mitigate risk.

2026-08-01T18:40:43-07:00November 1, 2022|Categories: Regionalization, Reshoring & Network Strategy, Geopolitics, Trade & Supply Chains|Tags: , , , , , , , , , |
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Short term vs the long term: Navigating Turbulent Times

As businesses struggle in this new era of VUCA (volatility, uncertainty, complexity, and ambiguity), the divide between short term and long term seems to increase.

2026-06-07T16:46:07-07:00November 1, 2022|Categories: Geopolitics, Trade & Supply Chains, Risk & Resilience|Tags: , , , , , , , , , , , |
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Taking Control: Reshoring, Nearshoring, Friendly Shoring & Manufacturing Expansion

Geopolitical volatility, energy constraints, natural disasters and supply chain disruptions are reshaping the global landscape. Learn why manufacturers should accelerate reshoring and nearshoring, strengthen supply chain resilience and invest in the capabilities required to thrive.

2026-08-01T18:34:14-07:00October 26, 2022|Categories: Regionalization, Reshoring & Network Strategy, Geopolitics, Trade & Supply Chains|Tags: , , , , , , , , , , , |
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Global Report: Supply Chain Management: The Haves and The Have-Nots… and Not Everyone Will Survive

Manufacturers face ongoing supply chain disruptions, shortages and geopolitical risks. Lisa Anderson explains why resilience, diversified sourcing and greater supply chain control are essential to staying ahead.

2026-08-01T18:31:19-07:00October 26, 2022|Categories: In The News, Geopolitical Risk & Disruption, Geopolitics, Trade & Supply Chains|Tags: , , , , , , , , , |
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Current Status & Opportunities in the Global Supply Chain

Supply chain leaders are navigating congestion, energy challenges, inventory imbalances and global disruptions. An expert panel explores opportunities in technology, predictive analytics, supply chain visibility, reshoring and nearshoring to build greater resilience and control.

2026-08-01T19:10:21-07:00October 17, 2022|Categories: Trade Policy & Global Flows, Geopolitics, Trade & Supply Chains|Tags: , , , , , , , |
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