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Advanced Planning Strategies to Optimize Manufacturing Success
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Advanced Planning Strategies to Optimize Manufacturing Success

In The News, Supply Chain Technology & Enablement, Planning & Optimization Systems (APS)

Advanced Planning Strategies to Optimize Manufacturing Success

The world is VUCA-laden (volatility, uncertainty, complexity, ambiguity) and trending to greater volatility as risk heightens, supply chains unravel and short-term priorities remain intact.

Lisa Anderson2026-06-19T18:15:30-07:00May 7, 2025|Categories: In The News, Supply Chain Technology & Enablement, Planning & Optimization Systems (APS)|Tags: AI, APS, Best of, Brushware Magazine, Capacity planning, Customer service, Data & Analytics, ERP, Predictability, Profitability, Resiliency, S&OP, Scalability, SIOP, Supply chain planning|

Tariff Impact on Supply Chains: How Shortages and Rising Costs Are Unfolding
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Tariff Impact on Supply Chains: How Shortages and Rising Costs Are Unfolding

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

Tariff Impact on Supply Chains: How Shortages and Rising Costs Are Unfolding

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.

Lisa Anderson2026-06-28T17:18:30-07:00April 30, 2025|Categories: In The News, Trade Policy & Global Flows, Geopolitics, Trade & Supply Chains|Tags: Customer service, Geopolitical risk, Global trade, Profitability, Resiliency, Risk Management, Supply chain disruptions, Supply chain planning, Supply chain shortages, Supply chain visibility, Supply continuity, Tariffs|

Southern California Faces Logistics Shift Under Tariffs
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Southern California Faces Logistics Shift Under Tariffs

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

Southern California Faces Logistics Shift Under Tariffs

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.

Lisa Anderson2026-06-22T09:52:33-07:00April 22, 2025|Categories: In The News, Trade Policy & Global Flows, Geopolitics, Trade & Supply Chains|Tags: Distribution, Geopolitical risk, Global trade, Nearshoring, Network optimization, Profitability, Reshoring, Resiliency, Supply chain disruptions, Tariffs|

Tariffs, Trade Wars, and the Inland Empire’s Economic Future
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Tariffs, Trade Wars, and the Inland Empire’s Economic Future

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

Tariffs, Trade Wars, and the Inland Empire’s Economic Future

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 [...]

Lisa Anderson2026-06-28T17:13:16-07:00April 15, 2025|Categories: In The News, Trade Policy & Global Flows, Geopolitics, Trade & Supply Chains|Tags: Distribution, Geopolitical risk, Global trade, Profitability, Reshoring, Resiliency, Revenue growth, Tariffs|

How Businesses Can Address Supply Chain Management with The Looming Tariff Changes
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How Businesses Can Address Supply Chain Management with The Looming Tariff Changes

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

How Businesses Can Address Supply Chain Management with The Looming Tariff Changes

The most important strategy to minimize the impact of sudden tariff changes is to create a resilient supply chain. Addressing tariffs requires a short-term and long-term strategy. In the short term, you must stay ahead of changing conditions, enhance your supply chain visibility so that you know the origin and risks of your end-to-end supply chain and be ready to move rapidly.

Lisa Anderson2026-06-28T17:16:38-07:00April 10, 2025|Categories: In The News, Trade Policy & Global Flows, Geopolitics, Trade & Supply Chains|Tags: AI, Automation, Digital transformation, Geopolitical risk, Global trade, Nearshoring, Predictive analytics, Profitability, Reshoring, Resiliency, Risk Management, Scalability, Strategic sourcing, Supply continuity, Tariffs, Video|

Supply Chain Volatility and Vulnerabilities: Resiliency, Regional Manufacturing, and Robotization
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Supply Chain Volatility and Vulnerabilities: Resiliency, Regional Manufacturing, and Robotization

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

Supply Chain Volatility and Vulnerabilities: Resiliency, Regional Manufacturing, and Robotization

Supply chain shortages have improved from their all-time high in Q1 2024. Yet, risks remain high, especially with the increased level of vulnerabilities.

Lisa Anderson2026-06-19T18:27:31-07:00April 5, 2025|Categories: In The News, Geopolitics, Trade & Supply Chains, Risk & Resilience|Tags: AI, Automation, Best of, Customer service, Data & Analytics, Geopolitical risk, Innovation, Medical products, MPO, Nearshoring, Profitability, Reshoring, Resiliency, Risk Management, Robotics, Supply chain disruptions, Supply continuity|

De Minimis Exemption: Impact on E-Commerce & Supply Chains
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De Minimis Exemption: Impact on E-Commerce & Supply Chains

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

De Minimis Exemption: Impact on E-Commerce & Supply Chains

The de minimis exemption disrupts e-commerce, leading businesses to rethink tariffs, logistics, and sourcing strategies for supply chain stability.

Lisa Anderson2026-06-22T10:35:03-07:00March 18, 2025|Categories: In The News, Trade Policy & Global Flows, Geopolitics, Trade & Supply Chains|Tags: Consumer products, Distribution, Geopolitical risk, Global trade, Nearshoring, Profitability, Reshoring, Resiliency, Strategic sourcing, Supply continuity, Tariffs|

U.S.-China Tariff Battle: Impacts, Strategies, and the Future of Supply Chains
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U.S.-China Tariff Battle: Impacts, Strategies, and the Future of Supply Chains

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

U.S.-China Tariff Battle: Impacts, Strategies, and the Future of Supply Chains

The U.S.-China tariff impact is reshaping supply chains. Businesses must adapt with reshoring, diversification, & regional strategies to stay competitive.

Lisa Anderson2026-06-28T17:09:28-07:00March 17, 2025|Categories: In The News, Trade Policy & Global Flows, Geopolitics, Trade & Supply Chains|Tags: Geopolitical risk, Global trade, Nearshoring, Profitability, Reshoring, Resiliency, Risk Management, Strategic sourcing, Supply continuity, Tariffs|

Why Local Supply Chains Are the Future of Business
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Why Local Supply Chains Are the Future of Business

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

Why Local Supply Chains Are the Future of Business

Having more diverse, shorter, less complex supply chains creates more resiliency.

Lisa Anderson2026-06-28T17:10:20-07:00March 11, 2025|Categories: In The News, Regionalization, Reshoring & Network Strategy, Geopolitics, Trade & Supply Chains|Tags: Geopolitical risk, Global trade, Nearshoring, Network optimization, Reshoring, Resiliency, Risk Management, SAP, Supply chain disruptions, Supply continuity|

Supply Chains Do Not Exist Without Rare Earth Minerals
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Supply Chains Do Not Exist Without Rare Earth Minerals

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

Supply Chains Do Not Exist Without Rare Earth Minerals

Critical minerals and rare earth elements have become strategic assets in the global competition for manufacturing, technology, energy, and national security leadership. From semiconductors and artificial intelligence to defense systems and advanced manufacturing, access to these resources is essential to economic growth and supply chain resilience. As geopolitical tensions [...]