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Applying Lessons Learned from Supply Chain Chaos to Thrive in 2022
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Applying Lessons Learned from Supply Chain Chaos to Thrive in 2022

In The News, Regionalization, Reshoring & Network Strategy, Geopolitics, Trade & Supply Chains

Applying Lessons Learned from Supply Chain Chaos to Thrive in 2022

Manufacturers and distributors struggled mightily with supply chain disruptions and escalating prices in 2021. The significant risks of the global supply chain were not only exposed but aggravated as clients experienced extended lead times, stock-outs, and increased levels of demand and supply volatility. Clients are increasingly wary of their [...]

Lisa Anderson2026-06-29T20:09:11-07:00April 7, 2022|Categories: In The News, Regionalization, Reshoring & Network Strategy, Geopolitics, Trade & Supply Chains|Tags: Customer service, Innovation, Nearshoring, Network optimization, Reshoring, Supply chain disruptions, Sustainability|

Warner Communications recognized Lisa Anderson as a top 10 woman in supply chain
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Warner Communications recognized Lisa Anderson as a top 10 woman in supply chain

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Warner Communications recognized Lisa Anderson as a top 10 woman in supply chain

Lisa Anderson was recognized as a top consultant worldwide and ranked #16 on SAP’s list of Supply Chain Influencers.

Lisa Anderson2026-06-29T20:05:17-07:00March 30, 2022|Categories: In The News|Tags: Leadership, Supply chain planning|

Behar On The Block: Lisa Anderson, Supply Chain
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Behar On The Block: Lisa Anderson, Supply Chain

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Behar On The Block: Lisa Anderson, Supply Chain

Manufacturing and Supply Chain Expert Lisa Anderson, MBA, CSCP, CLTD, President of LMA Consulting Group Inc., shares her thought on the recent supply chain and logistics complexities.

Lisa Anderson2026-06-05T20:03:42-07:00March 30, 2022|Categories: In The News|Tags: Geopolitical risk, Podcast, Resiliency, Video|

Do You Have Suppliers or Partners?
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Do You Have Suppliers or Partners?

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

Do You Have Suppliers or Partners?

Partners are always prioritized over transactional suppliers during times of allocation and disruption. Supply chain disruptions were up 88% in 2021, according to Resilinc, a leading supply chain risk monitoring and mapping solution. Lifesciences and healthcare were two of the industries most impacted by these record-breaking supply shortages. Companies [...]

Lisa Anderson2026-07-06T00:00:55-07:00March 11, 2022|Categories: In The News, Risk & Resilience, Geopolitics, Trade & Supply Chains|Tags: ASI, Collaborative Planning, Coronavirus, Medical products, Resiliency, Risk Management, Supply chain disruptions, Supply continuity|

More Inflation & Supply Chain Chaos – What Should We Do?
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More Inflation & Supply Chain Chaos – What Should We Do?

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

More Inflation & Supply Chain Chaos – What Should We Do?

Inflation rose to 7.9% in February and continues to soar! Russia invaded Ukraine and trade has been halted. Oil and gas prices will continue to rise and seem to have no end in sight with some saying it will get to $200 a barrel.

Lisa Anderson2026-06-29T09:59:57-07:00March 11, 2022|Categories: In The News, Geopolitical Risk & Disruption, Geopolitics, Trade & Supply Chains|Tags: Capacity planning, Customer service, Geopolitical risk, Inflation, Inventory optimization, Performance & Risk, Predictability, Resiliency, S&OP, SIOP, Supply chain disruptions, Supply chain planning, Supply continuity, Working capital|

Today’s Medical Developments: Thriving in 2022: Learning from Supply Chain Chaos
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Today’s Medical Developments: Thriving in 2022: Learning from Supply Chain Chaos

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Today’s Medical Developments: Thriving in 2022: Learning from Supply Chain Chaos

Manufacturing and supply chain expert Lisa Anderson, MBA, CSCP, CLTD, President of LMA Consulting Group Inc., has released a special report, "Thriving in 2022: Learning from Supply Chain Chaos. We learned a lot in 2021. One thing is for certain; supply chain volatility isn't going away any time soon.

Lisa Anderson2026-06-29T20:05:29-07:00March 2, 2022|Categories: In The News|Tags: Risk Management, Supply chain disruptions, Supply chain planning, Talent development|

How SIOP Powers Growth During Supply Chain Disruption
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How SIOP Powers Growth During Supply Chain Disruption

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

How SIOP Powers Growth During Supply Chain Disruption

A building products company missed several million dollars in revenue last year because they couldn't meet the demand. Unfortunately, this was a common occurrence. Sales increased dramatically, and they couldn't scale up their manufacturing operations and adapt their purchase requests quickly enough to take advantage of the opportunity.

Lisa Anderson2024-06-05T20:40:13-07:00February 14, 2022|Categories: In The News, SIOP / Integrated Business Planning (IBP)|Tags: Demand planning, On-Time Delivery, S&OP, SIOP, Supply Chain Briefing Newsletter|

News Nation: COVID-19 Protests Threaten Canada-US Border Trade
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News Nation: COVID-19 Protests Threaten Canada-US Border Trade

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

News Nation: COVID-19 Protests Threaten Canada-US Border Trade

Manufacturing and Supply Chain Expert Lisa Anderson, MBA, CSCP, CLTD, President of LMA Consulting Group Inc., comments that the protest will cause delays, it will cause rerouting, it will cause people to fly again, if they are desperate.

Lisa Anderson2026-07-06T00:26:41-07:00February 8, 2022|Categories: Geopolitical Risk & Disruption, In The News, Geopolitics, Trade & Supply Chains|Tags: Coronavirus, Global trade, Supply chain disruptions|

When Will the Supply Chain Disruptions End?
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When Will the Supply Chain Disruptions End?

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

When Will the Supply Chain Disruptions End?

Supply chain disruptions will continue throughout 2022. In fact, we need to accept that supply chain challenges will be commonplace in the next normal. Each link in the supply chain will continue to blame the others while the end-to-end supply chain will only be as strong as its weakest link. Manufacturers will continue to experience shortages of materials and labor while prices escalate.

Lisa Anderson2026-06-09T23:37:06-07:00February 7, 2022|Categories: In The News, Geopolitical Risk & Disruption, Geopolitics, Trade & Supply Chains|Tags: Brushware Magazine, S&OP, SIOP, Supply chain disruptions|

MPO Magazine: The Path Forward for Supply Chain Success
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MPO Magazine: The Path Forward for Supply Chain Success

In The News, Regionalization, Reshoring & Network Strategy, Geopolitics, Trade & Supply Chains

MPO Magazine: The Path Forward for Supply Chain Success

Supply chain disruptions will likely persist well into 2024 and beyond as hospitals, healthcare providers, and medical device companies continually pivot to address the market's immediate needs, creating further disruption and misalignment comments Lisa Anderson, founder and president of LMA Consulting Group Inc., a consulting firm specializing in manufacturing strategy and end-to-end supply chain transformation.