In this episode of Supply Chain Chats, Lisa Anderson talks about the state of affairs in the global supply chain. From the drought impacting container ship capacity in the Panama Canal to the Iran-backed Houthi rebels attacking container ships in the Suez Canal to the Chinese aggression towards Taiwan and ships passing in the South China Seas, risks are increasing across the global supply chain.
California's minimum wage went up to $20/hr. for fast food restaurants with at least 60 locations nationwide that do not make bread. This law is causing widespread unintended consequences. For example, Fosters Freeze in Lemoore closed suddenly after the wage hike. Mod 5 Pizza is closing five locations.
Manufacturers wish they left supply chain shortages behind after the pandemic, but they remain top of mind. Concerns remain. According to KPMG, “71% of global companies highlight raw material costs as their number one supply chain threat for 2023.”
In this episode of Interlinks, we delve into the heart of navigating through the unpredictable tides of global events and their profound impact on supply chains, discussing the imperative need for agility and resilience.
In the last month, we've participated in at least six economic forecast presentations or discussions with experts (economic, banking, investment, manufacturing). Although they each had nuances, common themes emerged. Adding our expertise into the mix, we see volatility on the horizon.
Supply chains are being reshaped by geopolitical uncertainty, talent shortages, technology disruption, and evolving customer expectations. In this Manufacturing Matters webinar, Lisa Anderson discusses practical strategies to improve resiliency, leverage SIOP, develop talent, and build supply chains that support long-term growth and profitability.
Owners of Inland industrial properties should prepare for a bumpy ride in 2024.
Cold food supply chains continue to face significant disruption as geopolitical risks, transportation challenges, labor shortages, and changing customer expectations reshape the industry. Building resilient supply chains, improving visibility, leveraging advanced technologies, and strengthening demand and supply planning are becoming essential for companies looking to maintain service levels and [...]
The White House has launched a cabinet-level supply chain council as the criticality of the topic rises to the top.
Lisa Anderson of LMA Consulting Group was quoted in the Snowflake blog about how data is critical to healthcare - especially in times of supply chain vulnerability as a result of natural and man-made disasters.
