In this Supply Chain Byte, Lisa Anderson, president of LMA Consulting Group, breaks down how evolving trade dynamics are influencing companies. Whether you're navigating new tariffs or evaluating the opportunities, this quick Byte will help you prepare for what's next.
Moving manufacturing to the U.S. is no simple task. Capital, labor, and automation determine who can succeed—and who gets left behind.
From the decreased freight into California ports to Panama Canal reroutes, global logistics is facing mounting pressures. In this Supply Chain Byte, Lisa Anderson breaks down the realities of real-world disruptions affecting freight movement—and how supply chain leaders must respond.
The maritime industry is at the heart of global trade—but underinvestment and aging infrastructure have strained its reliability. In this Supply Chain Byte, Lisa Anderson, President of LMA Consulting Group, explores why it is important to revitalize maritime power and the initiatives underway.
Before Trump took office, let alone announced or implemented his tariffs plan, many major companies brought in extra inventory of products to the US in an attempt to mitigate the impact of potential tariffs, but the buffer will run out soon.
Over the last two weeks, we participated in three supply chain summits, conferences and/or annual meetings (with a west coast bent), and so we thought we'd pass on the key highlights and action items most relevant to our clients and colleagues.
Is your supply chain as strong as your weakest link? True supply chain resilience means looking beyond your immediate partners. From suppliers’ suppliers to contract manufacturers and logistics providers, visibility and alignment are critical. Lisa talks about 4 key areas of immediate importance in manufacturing.
If you have domestic production and you’re going to move products into Southern California because you want to supply customers here, you do have a choice.
Tariffs continue to create uncertainty across global supply chains, logistics networks, and regional economies. As companies assess the implications of escalating trade tensions with China, questions have emerged about the potential impact on warehousing, transportation, employment, and manufacturing investment throughout the Inland Empire. While concerns remain about short-term disruption [...]
In this Supply Chain Byte, Lisa Anderson, President of LMA Consulting Group, highlights why energy is at the core of everything in supply chain and manufacturing. From powering automation and AI to driving production and logistics, energy access and strategy are critical to growth. As demand soars, companies must rethink how they plan, invest and prepare for the energy needs of tomorrow.
