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.

Demand and Capacity Planning Pivotal for Profitable Growth
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Demand and Capacity Planning Pivotal for Profitable Growth

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

Demand and Capacity Planning Pivotal for Profitable Growth

Manufacturers are focused on successfully navigating continually changing conditions to serve customers while driving profitable growth. End-to-end supply chains are evolving, creating shifting demand patterns and customer order volatility.

Lisa Anderson2026-06-22T11:16:16-07:00March 5, 2025|Categories: In The News, Supply Chain Planning, SIOP / Integrated Business Planning (IBP)|Tags: APS, ASI, Building Products, Capacity planning, Customer service, Demand planning, ERP, Industrial Manufacturing, On-Time Delivery, Predictability, Predictive analytics, Profitability, S&OP, Scalability, SIOP, Supply chain visibility|

Unlocking North America’s Manufacturing Potential
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Unlocking North America’s Manufacturing Potential

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

Unlocking North America’s Manufacturing Potential

In the second half of 2024, manufacturers in the U.S. and Mexico were in contraction according to PMI readings while Canada showed continual expansion. The Purchasing Managers’ Index (PMI) is based on a survey of private sector executives and measures the health of the economy. Canada has scored in [...]

Lisa Anderson2026-06-28T17:07:13-07:00March 4, 2025|Categories: In The News, Regionalization, Reshoring & Network Strategy, Geopolitics, Trade & Supply Chains|Tags: AI, Brushware Magazine, Customer service, Geopolitical risk, Global trade, Nearshoring, Network optimization, Reshoring, Resiliency, Scalability, Strategic sourcing, Tariffs|

Integrated Supply Chains in Automobile and Aerospace Sectors
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Integrated Supply Chains in Automobile and Aerospace Sectors

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

Integrated Supply Chains in Automobile and Aerospace Sectors

"Canada and Mexico have integrated supply chains with the U.S. in the automobile and aerospace sectors," Lisa said. "Although I think there might be short term impacts, I don’t think there will be significant tariffs over the medium/long-term."

Lisa Anderson2026-06-22T14:12:19-07:00February 28, 2025|Categories: In The News, Trade Policy & Global Flows, Geopolitics, Trade & Supply Chains|Tags: Geopolitical risk, Global trade, Nearshoring, Reshoring, Resiliency, Tariffs|

Supply Chain Strategies To Reduce & Mitigate Risks
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Supply Chain Strategies To Reduce & Mitigate Risks

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

Supply Chain Strategies To Reduce & Mitigate Risks

In this Adhesives & Sealants Industry podcast interview, Lisa Anderson discusses supply chain risk, resilience, supplier collaboration, SIOP, technology, and the strategies manufacturers can use to navigate disruption and create a competitive advantage.

Lisa Anderson2026-06-14T18:22:13-07:00February 21, 2025|Categories: In The News, Geopolitics, Trade & Supply Chains, Risk & Resilience|Tags: AI, ASI, Customer service, ERP, Geopolitical risk, Nearshoring, Podcast, Predictability, Profitability, Reshoring, Resiliency, Risk Management, S&OP, SIOP, Supply chain planning, Supply continuity|

Supply Chain Predictions And Outlook For 2025 – Lisa Anderson Comments
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Supply Chain Predictions And Outlook For 2025 – Lisa Anderson Comments

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

Supply Chain Predictions And Outlook For 2025 – Lisa Anderson Comments

Lisa Anderson shares her thoughts on the outlook for supply chains in 2025.

Lisa Anderson2026-06-22T17:07:12-07:00February 13, 2025|Categories: In The News, Geopolitics, Trade & Supply Chains, Risk & Resilience|Tags: AI, Customer service, Digital transformation, ERP, Geopolitical risk, Global trade, Inventory optimization, Predictability, Profitability, Reshoring, Resiliency, Risk Management, S&OP, SAP, Scalability, SIOP, Supply continuity, Sustainability, Talent development, Tariffs|

Supply Chain Resiliency A Must for Success
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Supply Chain Resiliency A Must for Success

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

Supply Chain Resiliency A Must for Success

Risks abound in the global supply chain and goods movement systems. The only successful strategy to thrive is to create a resilient supply chain. According to the Global Port Tracker (GPT) report from Hackett Associates and the National Retail Federation (NRF), the specter of labor strife and new tariffs, along with strong sales, is driving U.S. retailers to keep imports surging through the spring.

Lisa Anderson2026-06-22T17:15:53-07:00February 10, 2025|Categories: In The News, Geopolitics, Trade & Supply Chains, Risk & Resilience|Tags: ASI, Capacity planning, Customer service, Geopolitical risk, Global trade, Nearshoring, Predictability, Profitability, Reshoring, Resiliency, Risk Management, S&OP, Scalability, SIOP, Strategic sourcing, Supply chain chokepoints, Supply chain disruptions, Supply chain planning, Supply continuity, Tariffs|

Tariff Turmoil: Supply Chain Under Microscope
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Tariff Turmoil: Supply Chain Under Microscope

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

Tariff Turmoil: Supply Chain Under Microscope

"Trump is utilizing tariffs as a negotiating tool in support of his agenda. Although most of what is communicated as potential tariffs is unlikely to go into effect for extended periods of time, tariffs will be rolled out in the next few months." Lisa Anderson is quoted in this article from PYMNTS.

Lisa Anderson2026-06-28T17:04:54-07:00February 6, 2025|Categories: In The News, Trade Policy & Global Flows, Geopolitics, Trade & Supply Chains|Tags: Data & Analytics, Geopolitical risk, Global trade, Nearshoring, Predictability, Profitability, Reshoring, Resiliency, Risk Management, Scalability, Strategic sourcing, Supply chain planning, Supply continuity, Tariffs|

U.S. Tariff Impact on Supply Chains and Business Strategy
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U.S. Tariff Impact on Supply Chains and Business Strategy

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

U.S. Tariff Impact on Supply Chains and Business Strategy

With new tariffs set to take effect, businesses are re-evaluating supply chain strategies to mitigate costs and risks. From reshoring to supplier diversification, companies are adapting to shifting trade policies while balancing efficiency and profitability. As tariffs reshape global sourcing, proactive executives are seizing opportunities to strengthen resilience and streamline operations.