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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.

Lisa Anderson and LMA Consulting Celebrate Manufacturing Month With a Focus on Reshoring, Technology and the Future of Industry

LMA Consulting Group, Inc., a leader in manufacturing strategy and supply chain transformation, led by Lisa Anderson, MBA, CSCP, CLTD, joins the national spotlight for Manufacturing Month by highlighting the renewed strength and strategic importance of U.S. manufacturing.

2026-06-21T17:44:10-07:00October 21, 2025|Categories: Press Releases, Regionalization, Reshoring & Network Strategy, Geopolitics, Trade & Supply Chains|Tags: , , , , , , , , , , , , , |
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Supply Chain Security & Resiliency

In today’s volatile world, manufacturers must ensure their supply chains are both secure and resilient. In this Supply Chain Byte, Lisa Anderson explains how it starts upstream with your suppliers—who are no longer just vendors, but partners in stability and success.

2026-06-11T22:08:38-07:00October 17, 2025|Categories: Geopolitics, Trade & Supply Chains, Risk & Resilience|Tags: , , , , , , , , , , |
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Only as Strong as Your Weakest Link in the Supply Chain: The Rare Earth Threat

Companies are only as strong as the weakest link in their supply chain. If you dig further into your supply chain, it is likely you will find dependencies on rare earth minerals. Read about strategies to scale rare earth production rapidly.

2026-07-06T20:59:11-07:00October 15, 2025|Categories: Geopolitical Risk & Disruption, Geopolitics, Trade & Supply Chains|Tags: , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , |
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The One Big Beautiful Bill: Lisa Anderson on the DC Velocity Logistics Matters Podcast

The One Big Beautiful Bill (OBBB) is now the law of the land. Among the provisions in this expansive legislation are incentives to encourage business investment. But, how will the bill affect our supply chains, and will it provide support to grow domestic manufacturing? Lisa Anderson joined the DC Velocity podcast to offer some insights.

2026-07-06T20:59:55-07:00October 9, 2025|Categories: In The News, Trade Policy & Global Flows, Geopolitics, Trade & Supply Chains|Tags: , , , , , , , , , |
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Tariffs, Trade Wars & the Tug of Global Supply Chains: Manufacturing in the Crosshairs

Listen to the discussion on what’s happening on the ground in American manufacturing, including tactical compliance moves, major capital investment announcements, and longer-term strategic shifts—or the lack thereof

2026-06-21T18:01:52-07:00October 8, 2025|Categories: In The News, Trade Policy & Global Flows, Geopolitics, Trade & Supply Chains|Tags: , , , , , , , , , , , , , , |
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U.S.- Mexico Trade Relationship: Supply Chains on the Border

The U.S.–Mexico trade relationship is one of the most critical drivers of manufacturing supply chains today. With more than $800 billion in goods crossing the border annually, companies on both sides are rethinking their strategies for sourcing, production, logistics, and growth.

2026-06-12T07:02:47-07:00October 7, 2025|Categories: Regionalization, Reshoring & Network Strategy, Geopolitics, Trade & Supply Chains|Tags: , , , , , , , , , , , |
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Rail Merger – Union Pacific & Norfolk Southern

The merger of Union Pacific & Norfolk Southern marks one of the biggest shifts in U.S. rail. In this Supply Chain Byte, Lisa Anderson explains how this deal could reshape freight movement, capacity and reliability across the country—and what it means for manufacturers and distributors relying on rail to keep supply chains running.

2026-06-11T22:12:06-07:00October 5, 2025|Categories: Trade Policy & Global Flows, Geopolitics, Trade & Supply Chains|Tags: , , , , , , , , |
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Cash & Certainty: Navigating the Supply Chain Landscape

As business executives contend with weaker backlogs, heightened supply chain risks and concerns about business stability due to tariffs, cash and certainty have emerged as hot topics for ensuring success. The Global Supply Chain Think Tank discusses trends, impacts, and strategies for success.

2026-06-21T18:05:32-07:00October 1, 2025|Categories: Trade Policy & Global Flows, Geopolitics, Trade & Supply Chains|Tags: , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , |
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The Economy is on Track for a Manufacturing Renaissance

The economy has a distinct impact on manufacturing. Although U.S. manufacturing has gone sharply down with offshoring for lower wages, less regulations, and fewer hurdles, there remains a base crux of manufacturing might that is turning into a renaissance with favorable tax, tariff and interest rate policies.

2026-06-21T19:25:03-07:00September 22, 2025|Categories: Trade Policy & Global Flows, Geopolitics, Trade & Supply Chains|Tags: , , , , , , , , , , , , |
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Cargo Spill – Managing Risk in the Supply Chain

A cargo spill can cause more than a mess — it can delay shipments, raise safety concerns and disrupt the supply chain. In this Supply Chain Byte, Lisa Anderson breaks down how to plan for the unexpected, coordinate with partners and adjust plans through SIOP to minimize disruption.

2026-06-11T22:16:16-07:00September 21, 2025|Categories: Geopolitics, Trade & Supply Chains, Risk & Resilience|Tags: , , , , , , , , , , , , , |
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