Supply Chain Insights & Company News

Stay informed with the latest news and insights from LMA Consulting Group. Explore company updates, press releases, media coverage, event highlights, and timely perspectives on the trends shaping manufacturing, supply chains, and operational performance. Whether announcing new initiatives, sharing industry recognition, or commenting on emerging market developments, this category keeps you connected to the latest thinking, achievements, and activities driving innovation and business success.

Florists’ Review: Inflation Busters
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Florists’ Review: Inflation Busters

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

Florists’ Review: Inflation Busters

Experts advise looking at the coming months with an eye toward estimating what will happen to cash balances. "Proactively managing cash flow is critical right now," mentions Lisa Anderson, president of LMA Consulting Group.

Lisa Anderson2026-06-29T09:19:43-07:00August 8, 2022|Categories: In The News, Trade Policy & Global Flows, Geopolitics, Trade & Supply Chains|Tags: Consumer products, Inflation, Performance & Risk, Profitability, Resiliency, Risk Management, Working capital|

Inflation Busters—Protecting Profits as Costs Rise
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Inflation Busters—Protecting Profits as Costs Rise

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

Inflation Busters—Protecting Profits as Costs Rise

Inflation is rising faster than at any time in recent memory. Businesses must deal with rapid cost increases by managing cash flow efficiently and communicating effectively with customers and suppliers. The benefits of inventory reduction must be balanced against the need to maintain critical stock for top customers.

Lisa Anderson2026-06-29T09:20:22-07:00August 1, 2022|Categories: In The News, Supply Chain Planning, Inventory, Distribution & Replenishment Planning|Tags: Customer service, Inflation, Inventory optimization, Inventory reduction, Profitability, Replenishment, S&OP, SIOP, Supply chain planning, Working capital|

SAC: Mentoring Keeps Smart Companies Competitive in Today’s Market
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SAC: Mentoring Keeps Smart Companies Competitive in Today’s Market

Press Releases, Supply Chain Transformation & Operational Performance, Leadership, Change & Talent

SAC: Mentoring Keeps Smart Companies Competitive in Today’s Market

Our most successful clients are no longer relying on hiring talent. Instead, they are focused on developing talent," points out Lisa Anderson, president of Claremont, CA-based LMA Consulting Group, Inc. and manufacturing expert known as the Strongest Link in Your Supply Chain.™

Lisa Anderson2026-07-06T15:17:56-07:00August 1, 2022|Categories: Press Releases, Supply Chain Transformation & Operational Performance, Leadership, Change & Talent|Tags: Leadership, SAC, Talent development|

News World Press: China’s Shadow is Looming Over the US This Week
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News World Press: China’s Shadow is Looming Over the US This Week

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

News World Press: China’s Shadow is Looming Over the US This Week

"There is no doubt that tech manufacturing wants to move out of China. They cannot afford the risk of continued disruption to supply, and they want to gain better control over their ability to serve customers," stated Lisa Anderson, manufacturing and supply chain expert and president of LMA Consulting Group.

Lisa Anderson2024-01-21T21:23:11-08:00July 29, 2022|Categories: In The News, Geopolitical Risk & Disruption, Geopolitics, Trade & Supply Chains|Tags: Global trade, Risk Management, Supply chain disruptions|

CNN Business: Why Apple Can’t Quit China
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CNN Business: Why Apple Can’t Quit China

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

CNN Business: Why Apple Can’t Quit China

"There is no doubt that tech manufacturing wants to move out of China. They cannot afford the risk of continued disruption to supply, and they want to gain better control over their ability to serve customers," said Lisa Anderson, President of LMA Consulting Group."

Lisa Anderson2026-06-29T20:08:46-07:00July 27, 2022|Categories: In The News, Geopolitical Risk & Disruption, Geopolitics, Trade & Supply Chains|Tags: Global trade, Nearshoring, Network optimization, Reshoring, Supply chain disruptions|

Brushware Magazine: Inflation Busters: Protecting Profits as Costs Rise
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Brushware Magazine: Inflation Busters: Protecting Profits as Costs Rise

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

Brushware Magazine: Inflation Busters: Protecting Profits as Costs Rise

"Proactively managing cash flow is critical right now," says Lisa Anderson, president of LMA Consulting Group, Claremont, Calif. This can be done by running periodic forecasts.

Lisa Anderson2026-06-29T09:21:02-07:00July 27, 2022|Categories: In The News, Supply Chain Planning, Inventory, Distribution & Replenishment Planning|Tags: Brushware Magazine, Customer service, Inflation, Inventory optimization, Inventory reduction, Profitability, Replenishment, S&OP, SIOP, Supply chain disruptions, Supply chain planning, Working capital|

Novigo Supply Chain Expert Series
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Novigo Supply Chain Expert Series

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

Novigo Supply Chain Expert Series

Supply Chain Series - Lisa Anderson Supply Chain Expert Series featuring Lisa Anderson - Founder and President, LMA Consulting Group, shares her insights on what is impacting supply chains today and how supply chain leaders can future-proof their supply chains.

Lisa Anderson2026-06-08T15:22:23-07:00July 27, 2022|Categories: In The News, Geopolitics, Trade & Supply Chains, Risk & Resilience|Tags: Network optimization, Performance & Risk, Predictability, Resiliency, Risk Management, S&OP, SIOP, Supply chain disruptions, Supply chain planning, Supply chain shortages, Video, Webinar|

Regaining Control of Your Supply Chain
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Regaining Control of Your Supply Chain

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

Regaining Control of Your Supply Chain

The statistics have been staggering. Supply chain disruptions have cost companies an average of $182 million in lost revenue, according to an Interos Supply Chain report. Additionally, there are many unhappy customers in the wake of these disruptions. The bottom line is that the global supply chain [...]

Lisa Anderson2026-06-29T20:14:04-07:00July 21, 2022|Categories: In The News, SIOP / Integrated Business Planning (IBP)|Tags: ASI, Resiliency, S&OP, SIOP, Supply chain planning, Supply chain shortages|

The Big Shift: Nearshoring Trends In Medtech Manufacturing | Medical Product Outsourcing
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The Big Shift: Nearshoring Trends In Medtech Manufacturing | Medical Product Outsourcing

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

The Big Shift: Nearshoring Trends In Medtech Manufacturing | Medical Product Outsourcing

MPO Magazine: The Big Shift: Nearshoring Trends in Medtech Manufacturing "Medical device companies are on the move," said Lisa Anderson, president of LMA Consulting Group, a Claremont, Calif.-based consulting firm that specializes in manufacturing strategy and end-to-end supply chain transformation."For example, Costa Rica continues to gain significant nearshoring opportunities".

Lisa Anderson2026-06-27T17:35:53-07:00July 19, 2022|Categories: In The News, Regionalization, Reshoring & Network Strategy, Geopolitics, Trade & Supply Chains|Tags: Customer service, Medical products, MPO, Nearshoring, Reshoring, Resiliency, Risk Management, Scalability, Strategic sourcing, Supply chain disruptions, Supply continuity|

AWCI Construction Dimensions: Inflation Busters: Protecting Profits As Costs Rise
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AWCI Construction Dimensions: Inflation Busters: Protecting Profits As Costs Rise

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

AWCI Construction Dimensions: Inflation Busters: Protecting Profits As Costs Rise

Lisa Anderson, manufacturing and supply chain expert and president of LMA Consulting Group states there are operational and supply chain priorities required to be ready to absorb additional sales". One of the most important components is to have planning and scheduling processes required to be ready to absorb capabilities.