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.

Businesses Continue to Thrive in a Time of Volatility
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Businesses Continue to Thrive in a Time of Volatility

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

Businesses Continue to Thrive in a Time of Volatility

CLAREMONT, Calif., August 1, 2019/ExpertClick/ -- Despite ongoing volatility in the marketplace and political climate, successful businesses continue to discover opportunities to thrive and expand, according to The Society for the Advancement of Consulting® (SAC). Successful Clients Adapt to Changing Conditions “Look at volatility as an opportunity,” points out [...]

Lisa Anderson2026-07-06T15:21:22-07:00August 2, 2019|Categories: Press Releases, Risk & Resilience, Geopolitics, Trade & Supply Chains|Tags: Revenue growth, Risk Management, SAC|

Manufacturing is On the Move
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Manufacturing is On the Move

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

Manufacturing is On the Move

Reshoring was at record levels in 2018! Manufacturers are starting to return as they see the total costs of offshoring combined with the rising costs in China and improved competitiveness of the U.S.

Lisa Anderson2026-06-28T09:56:28-07:00July 25, 2019|Categories: Regionalization, Reshoring & Network Strategy, Geopolitics, Trade & Supply Chains|Tags: Global trade, Industry Week, Nearshoring, Network optimization, Profitability, Reshoring, Resiliency, Strategic sourcing, Supply Chain Briefing Newsletter, Supply chain disruptions, Tariffs|

How any U.S. Company Can Survive a Trade War with China
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How any U.S. Company Can Survive a Trade War with China

Geopolitical Risk & Disruption, Geopolitics, Trade & Supply Chains

How any U.S. Company Can Survive a Trade War with China

With all that is going on with China in terms of trade wars, currencies, natural resources and more, it begs the question of what we should be thinking about doing business with China. Is it prudent?

Lisa Anderson2023-11-19T22:18:51-08:00July 10, 2019|Categories: Geopolitical Risk & Disruption, Geopolitics, Trade & Supply Chains|Tags: APICS, Global trade, Resiliency, Supply Chain Briefing Newsletter|

Biggest Shakeup in Decades Coming to the Shipping Industry with IMO Regulations
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Biggest Shakeup in Decades Coming to the Shipping Industry with IMO Regulations

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

Biggest Shakeup in Decades Coming to the Shipping Industry with IMO Regulations

According to Reuters, the biggest shakeup in decades is coming to the shipping industry as the IMO regulations go into force in January.

Lisa Anderson2026-07-06T21:35:37-07:00June 26, 2019|Categories: Trade Policy & Global Flows, Geopolitics, Trade & Supply Chains|Tags: Customer service, Global trade, Inventory optimization, Nearshoring, Performance & Risk, Profitability, Regulations, Reshoring, Resiliency, Risk Management, Strategic sourcing, Supply Chain Briefing Newsletter, Supply chain disruptions, Supply continuity, Working capital|

The Amazon Effect is Still Going Strong!
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The Amazon Effect is Still Going Strong!

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

The Amazon Effect is Still Going Strong!

The Amazon Effect remains top of mind with CEOs. Whether they compete directly (which is less than 1% with my clients), supply or distribute for Amazon (which is a slightly higher percentage) or are just impacted by the Amazon Effect, it is a major source of concern and/or opportunity.

Lisa Anderson2026-06-16T18:29:40-07:00June 3, 2019|Categories: Trade Policy & Global Flows, Geopolitics, Trade & Supply Chains|Tags: Amazon effect|

Why Supplier Management is More Important Than You Think
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Why Supplier Management is More Important Than You Think

Risk & Resilience, Geopolitics, Trade & Supply Chains

Why Supplier Management is More Important Than You Think

Uncover the critical role of Proactive Supplier Relationship Management in today's competitive market. Strategies and tips from Lisa Anderson.

Lisa Anderson2026-07-06T00:01:47-07:00May 22, 2019|Categories: Risk & Resilience, Geopolitics, Trade & Supply Chains|Tags: APICS, Collaborative Planning, Resiliency, Supply Chain Briefing Newsletter|

Boom or Recession? What is the State of the Economy?
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Boom or Recession? What is the State of the Economy?

Risk & Resilience, Geopolitics, Trade & Supply Chains

Boom or Recession? What is the State of the Economy?

In the last few months, I've attended sessions on the global, national and regional state of the economy. Every executive, trusted advisor and colleague wants to know: Are we headed for a recession?

Lisa Anderson2026-07-06T20:04:22-07:00May 6, 2019|Categories: Risk & Resilience, Geopolitics, Trade & Supply Chains|Tags: I've Been Thinking Newsletter, Innovation, Leadership, Predictability, Profitability, Resiliency, Risk Management|

The Beauty of the World & Why It Relates to Work
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The Beauty of the World & Why It Relates to Work

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

The Beauty of the World & Why It Relates to Work

Understanding differences in global business culture is key to thriving in an interconnected market. Key insights from Lisa Anderson.

Lisa Anderson2026-07-05T23:22:03-07:00April 30, 2019|Categories: Regionalization, Reshoring & Network Strategy, Geopolitics, Trade & Supply Chains|Tags: Customer service|

Walmart & Costco Moving Towards Farmer-to-Shopping Cart Strategies
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Walmart & Costco Moving Towards Farmer-to-Shopping Cart Strategies

Geopolitics, Trade & Supply Chains, Risk & Resilience

Walmart & Costco Moving Towards Farmer-to-Shopping Cart Strategies

Explore how vertical integration from farmer-to-shopping cart is reshaping retail giants like Walmart and Costco.

Lisa Anderson2026-06-29T19:48:43-07:00March 26, 2019|Categories: Geopolitics, Trade & Supply Chains, Risk & Resilience|Tags: Food & Beverage, Resiliency, Supply Chain Briefing Newsletter, Supply chain planning|

2019 Predictions Report: What to Expect and Where to Focus
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2019 Predictions Report: What to Expect and Where to Focus

Geopolitical Risk & Disruption, Geopolitics, Trade & Supply Chains

2019 Predictions Report: What to Expect and Where to Focus

I'm thrilled to launch our 2019 Predictions Report, "Manufacturing & Supply Chain in the New Normal: 2019 Predictions from Manufacturing & Logistics Executives" discussing what to expect and where to focus.