In The News Archives

Explore media coverage featuring Lisa Anderson and LMA Consulting Group’s insights on manufacturing, supply chain, and operational performance. Read expert commentary, interviews, and industry perspectives published by leading business and trade publications, where Lisa shares practical strategies for navigating today’s most pressing supply chain, operations, and leadership challenges. Stay informed on emerging trends, market developments, and the issues shaping the future of manufacturing and global supply chains.

San Francisco Chronicle: Supply chain issues not a problem this holiday season as shoppers hit stores, websites early
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San Francisco Chronicle: Supply chain issues not a problem this holiday season as shoppers hit stores, websites early

In The News

San Francisco Chronicle: Supply chain issues not a problem this holiday season as shoppers hit stores, websites early

Lisa Anderson was quoted in the San Francisco Chronicle on how supply chain disruptions might impact the holiday season.

Lisa Anderson2026-07-12T09:22:56-07:00November 23, 2022|Categories: In The News|Tags: Customer service, Inventory optimization, Predictability, Profitability, Resiliency, Supply chain disruptions, Supply chain planning, Supply chain visibility, Working capital|

Events, Shocks, Trends and the Supply Chain
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Events, Shocks, Trends and the Supply Chain

In The News, Geopolitical Risk & Disruption, Geopolitics, Trade & Supply Chains

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.

Lisa Anderson2026-07-12T09:25:35-07:00November 22, 2022|Categories: In The News, Geopolitical Risk & Disruption, Geopolitics, Trade & Supply Chains|Tags: Geopolitical risk, Global trade, GSCTT, Interlinks, Leadership, Nearshoring, Podcast, Reshoring, Resiliency, Risk Management, Supply chain disruptions, Supply chain planning|

Voice of ERP Interview
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Voice of ERP Interview

In The News, ERP Systems, Supply Chain Technology & Enablement

Voice of ERP Interview

The Voice of ERP’s host Sam Gupta interviews guests who will share their stories of successes and challenges with their ERP systems. Lisa Anderson and Sam Gupta talked through several ERP stories and provided strategies for success in using ERP systems successfully.

Lisa Anderson2026-06-12T09:05:03-07:00November 22, 2022|Categories: In The News, ERP Systems, Supply Chain Technology & Enablement|Tags: Customer service, Data & Analytics, ERP, Interview, Inventory optimization, Predictability, Profitability, Scalability, Systems integration, Video|

Flexport: The 2023 Supply Chain Planning Playbook – Predictions & Advice From Global Logistics Experts
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Flexport: The 2023 Supply Chain Planning Playbook – Predictions & Advice From Global Logistics Experts

In The News, Supply Chain Planning, SIOP / Integrated Business Planning (IBP)

Flexport: The 2023 Supply Chain Planning Playbook – Predictions & Advice From Global Logistics Experts

Lisa Anderson shared advice for how to succeed in 2023 with Flexport. She was joined by global logistics experts to discuss how to thrive in 2023.

Lisa Anderson2026-07-12T09:31:13-07:00November 16, 2022|Categories: In The News, Supply Chain Planning, SIOP / Integrated Business Planning (IBP)|Tags: Customer service, Global trade, Predictability, Profitability, Resiliency, S&OP, SIOP, Supply chain disruptions, Supply chain planning, Supply chain visibility|

Common Sense Manufacturing Practices Driving Sustainability Improvements
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Common Sense Manufacturing Practices Driving Sustainability Improvements

In The News, Process Improvement, Supply Chain Transformation & Operational Performance

Common Sense Manufacturing Practices Driving Sustainability Improvements

With the increase in interest in sustainable materials and manufacturing, there will be a significant opportunity for U.S. manufacturers that use common sense, good manufacturing practices. In fact, because manufacturers have realized that it is far less environmentally friendly and energy efficient to produce in Asia, India, and the [...]

Lisa Anderson2026-07-12T09:49:10-07:00November 9, 2022|Categories: In The News, Process Improvement, Supply Chain Transformation & Operational Performance|Tags: ASI, Best of, Continuous improvement, Innovation, Operational excellence, Productivity, Profitability, Strategic sourcing, Sustainability, TMS|

Case Study: Strategies to Successfully Navigate Inflation
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Case Study: Strategies to Successfully Navigate Inflation

In The News, Trade Policy & Global Flows, Geopolitics, Trade & Supply Chains

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.

Lisa Anderson2026-07-19T16:26:38-07:00November 9, 2022|Categories: In The News, Trade Policy & Global Flows, Geopolitics, Trade & Supply Chains|Tags: Brushware Magazine, Customer service, Demand planning, Industrial Manufacturing, Inflation, MPS, Profitability, S&OP, SIOP, Strategic sourcing, Supply chain disruptions, Supply chain planning|

Global Report: Supply Chain Management: The Haves and The Have-Nots… and Not Everyone Will Survive
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Global Report: Supply Chain Management: The Haves and The Have-Nots… and Not Everyone Will Survive

In The News, Geopolitical Risk & Disruption, Geopolitics, Trade & Supply Chains

Global Report: Supply Chain Management: The Haves and The Have-Nots… and Not Everyone Will Survive

Reprinted with permission from GLOBAL REPORT CONSTRUCTION EQUIPMENT & TECHNOLOGY 2022 Supply chain complications are more than just an inconvenience to the construction equipment manufacturing industry. Successfully navigating the supply chain has never been more essential to the financial health of our industry and the difficulties involved are creating [...]

Lisa Anderson2026-06-29T20:08:38-07:00October 26, 2022|Categories: In The News, Geopolitical Risk & Disruption, Geopolitics, Trade & Supply Chains|Tags: Global trade, Nearshoring, Network optimization, Reshoring, Resiliency|

NESCON: Managing Capacity in a Complex & Volatile Long-Lead Environment
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NESCON: Managing Capacity in a Complex & Volatile Long-Lead Environment

In The News, Supply Chain Planning, Capacity & Resource Planning

NESCON: Managing Capacity in a Complex & Volatile Long-Lead Environment

Lisa Anderson facilitated a panel discussion at the New England Supply Chain Conference and Exposition on managing capacity in complex and volatile environments with Shari Ruelas General Manager of Commercial Products Chevron, Alejandro Bustamante Senior Advisor to CEO & Board of Directors of Poly/HP, and Dan Raatjes SVP & COO King's Hawaiian Holding Co.

Lisa Anderson2026-07-06T00:29:46-07:00October 23, 2022|Categories: In The News, Supply Chain Planning, Capacity & Resource Planning|Tags: Capacity planning, Leadership, Risk Management|

USA Today: Black October is here: Transport delays, labor shortages slow supply chain as holiday shopping begins
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USA Today: Black October is here: Transport delays, labor shortages slow supply chain as holiday shopping begins

In The News, Geopolitics, Trade & Supply Chains, Risk & Resilience

USA Today: Black October is here: Transport delays, labor shortages slow supply chain as holiday shopping begins

Lisa Anderson was quoted in USA Today about the current state of the supply chain and how it could impact the holiday season.

Lisa Anderson2026-07-06T00:26:31-07:00October 10, 2022|Categories: In The News, Geopolitics, Trade & Supply Chains, Risk & Resilience|Tags: Global trade, Supply chain disruptions, Supply chain shortages, Workforce planning|

Gaining a Logistics Edge with Inventory Management
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Gaining a Logistics Edge with Inventory Management

In The News, Supply Chain Planning, Inventory, Distribution & Replenishment Planning

Gaining a Logistics Edge with Inventory Management

Logistics costs have been staggering. According to the 33rd Annual State of Logistics report produced by the Council of Supply Chain Management Professionals by the global consulting firm Kearney and presented by Penske Logistics, U.S. business logistics costs rose by 22.4% last year.