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"Anything that gets delayed here will affect everywhere else" points out Lisa Anderson, Inland Empire chapter president of supply-chain industry group APICS and president of LMA Consulting Group, Inc., Claremont, CA.
Supply Chain Data Science Event: Amazon Effect and Supply Chain Trends
Lisa Anderson was the guest speaker at the Supply Chain Data Science event where she shares her thoughts on I o T and Data Science applications in the Modern Supply Chain.
Made Again in America: Supply Chain and Manufacturing for Students
Lisa Anderson, president of LMA Consulting and APICS-IE talks with Made Again In America and supply chain opportunities for students and professionals.
Roadmap 2.0: Roadmap 2.0 Community
Lisa Anderson was selected to be a member of the Roadmap 2020 community to forecast where the supply chain is headed by the year 2020 for the publication of Material Handling & Logistics US Roadmap 2.0.
Drucker Supply Chain Forum: Professional Pathways in Supply Chain
Lisa Anderson was selected to be a panelist in the Drucker Supply Chain Forum’s panel, "Professional Pathways in Supply Chain".
University of LaVerne: CEO Summit
Lisa Anderson was invited to lead a panel discussing "Leveraging Your Supply Chain for Growth and Profitability" at University of LaVerne’s 4th Annual CEO Summit.
FDI Intelligence: Near-shoring to Increase in US
"I've seen that manufacturers were already considering insourcing to the US and near-sourcing options to Mexico and other closely located countries because of the Amazon effect," said LMA president Lisa Anderson.
Quality Magazine: Close But Not Quite Home
"The main driver I see for why people are nearsourcing is really more towards customers, because customers are expecting more Amazon-like service," says Lisa Anderson, a manufacturing and supply chain consultant and president of LMA Consulting Group Inc.
Lou Desmond & Company Radio Show: Manufacturing and the APICS-IE Symposium, May 3rd
Lisa Anderson, president of the APICS-IE chapter discusses the upcoming Spring Symposium & Executive Panel on the Lou Desmond & Company show.
ExpertClick: APICS-IE Discusses Disruptive Innovations in Logistics at May 6 Spring Symposium
"We have an amazing panel of experts to help our attendees meet the challenges of disruptive change," says Lisa Anderson, President of APICS-IE and LMA Consulting Group.
ExpertClick: Lisa Anderson Announces Innovation Awards Winners
"We had a number of exceptional entries this year really showcasing their innovative talents in talent management, process improvement, marketing and, for the first time this year, innovation by students," shares Award Chair Lisa Anderson.
Supply Demand Executive: A Sneak Peek at What the Supply Chain Industry Will Look like in 2025
Lisa Anderson shares her thoughts on how to stay ahead of the ever-increasing demand for skilled professionals in the supply chain industry.
ExpertClick: Lisa Anderson Participated in Roadmap 2020 Research
A collaborative business effort, The Roadmap's purpose is to guide the industry through supply chain and logistical challenges—domestic and international--through 2030.
SAC: Harshly Opposing Political Views in the Workplace Offer New Challenges for American Organizations
"Undoubtedly, there are divergent political views, and it is easy for them to surface in the workplace," points out Lisa Anderson, known as The Manufacturing Business TransformerSM and president of LMA Consulting Group, Inc., Claremont, CA. "As business leaders, we must set the expectation that the focus is on business and collaborating to achieve the goals of the organization.
ExpertClick: Drucker Supply Chain Forum on Professional Pathways in Supply Chain
"The end-to-end supply chain has become more complex, global and cornerstone to growth and profitability in companies; thus, top supply chain talent has become a differentiator to success", says panelist Lisa Anderson of LMA Consulting Group.
Manufacturing Today: Deep in Options - Onshoring Profits: Rethinking Sourcing Strategies
Executives rushed to outsource, following the in-crowd and have realized that they need to evaluate before jumping off the deep end of the pool when they haven’t learned to swim, says Lisa Anderson of LMA Consulting Group.
Harvey Mudd College: Harvey Mudd Earns Top Honors in APICS Supply Chain Competition
Lisa Anderson, chair of the West Coast Student Case Competition announces the first place undergraduate division winners as well as overall Grand Prize winners.
Project Times: Keeping Your Project Team Motivated & Engaged
Lisa Anderson shares her ideas on how to ensure success by looking at one of the most critical ingredients – team member motivation and engagement.
Inland Empire Regional Chamber of Commerce: The Amazon Effect: Creating a Customer Service Edge
Lisa Anderson was invited to lead a workshop at the Inland Empire Regional Chamber of Commerce event on how to create a customer service edge and business success.
ExpertClick: LMA consulting Group's Lisa Anderson Announces APICS West Coast Student Case Competition Feb 17-18 in San Diego, CA
Lisa Anderson, chair of the West Coast Student Case Competition announces the competition.
MCIE: Lisa Anderson to Present at MCIE and give innovation awards
Lisa Anderson is honored to be a part of the 6th Annual Manufacturers’ Summit. For more information...
PME-IE: Elevate Your Personal Brand and Advance Your Career
Lisa Anderson shares methods for developing and elevating your personal brand. For more information...
SAC: American Businesses Still Need to Maintain a Global Focus
"Be prepared for continued disruption and changes" points out Lisa Anderson, The Manufacturing ConnectorSM and president of LMA Consulting Group, Inc., Claremont, CA.
Business Facilities: Manufacturers Expect Near-Sourcing to Increase
According to new research from LMA Consulting, 70% of manufacturing executives say near-sourcing will grow within the next five years. For the full story...
Camcode: 51 Expert Tips on Inventory Control Methods
"Inventory accuracy is cornerstone to success" says Lisa Anderson, The Manufacturing ConnectorSM and president of LMA Consulting Group, Inc., Claremont, CA. For more information....
RV Pro: Study Predicts Near-Sourcing Will Increase
"I've seen that manufacturers were already considering insourcing to the U.S. and near-sourcing options to Mexico and other closely located countries because of the Amazon effect--the need for rapid response to customer needs" says Lisa Anderson. For more information...
PR Newswire: LMA Consulting Group's Lisa Anderson Earn APICS Certificate in Logistics, Transportation, and Distribution (CLTD)
Lisa Anderson earned the APICS certificate as an expert in logistics, transportation and distribution.
PR Newswire: 70% of Manufacturing Executives State Near Sourcing Will Increase
Lisa Anderson conducts a research study to better understand outsourcing, near-sourcing and insourcing trends in the U.S.
PR Newswire: LMA Consulting Group's Lisa Anderson Named to the University of LaVerne Board of College of Business and Public Management
Lisa Anderson was asked to become a board member of the University of LaVerne’s College of Business and Public Management.
ExpertClick: Lisa Anderson Named Innovations Awards Chair for 2017 MCIE Conference
Lisa Anderson announces a new award category for college students.
InlandEmpire.US: Annual Manufacturers' Summit Awards Highlight Top IE Innovations
"The Innovation Awards are a great way to showcase what a company is doing to be innovative to raise the bar," said Award Chair Lisa Anderson.
ExpertClick: Lisa Anderson Chairs APICS West Coast student case competition
"We believe strongly that students are the future of manufacturing, and we want to encourage them to pursue careers in operations and supply chain management" said Lisa Anderson.
DHL: Why e-commerce is Raising the Service Bar
"There is vast concern that competing with service will be cost prohibitive and drive companies out of business," says Lisa Anderson of LMA Consulting Group.
Project Times: Networking Success for Project Success
Lisa Anderson shares a few of the countless reasons to network for project success.
Voice of the Inland Empire: Lisa Anderson Discusses MCIE Awards
Lisa Anderson was invited to chair the Innovation Awards committee for the Manufacturers Council of the Inland Empire and talks with Voice of the Inland Empire about the event.
MCIE: Lisa Anderson nominated as Innovations Awards Chair
Lisa Anderson was nominated as the Chair for the Manufacturers' Council of the Inland Empire.
SAC: Post-Election World Offers Challenges and Opportunities for American Business
Volatility is the new normal," points out Lisa Anderson, known as The Manufacturing ConnectorSM and president of LMA Consulting Group, Inc., Claremont, CA.
Project Times: The Million Dollar Project Manager
Lisa Anderson shares her thoughts on how to maximize a project manager's performance.
ExpertClick: The Increased Need for MORE Control, Speed and Profit: How to Thrive in This Environment
Lisa Anderson to presents webinar with an interactive discussion on how supply chain and operations leaders can re-configure and re-focus.
PR Newswire: LMA Consulting Group Conducts Research on Outsourcing Trends in Manufacturing.
Lisa Anderson announces LMA Consulting Group is launching a research study.
ExpertClick - APICS Inland Empire Focuses on "Navigating the Global Supply Chain" at Fall symposium on October 29th
APICS Inland Empire 2016 Fall Symposium panel will discuss Navigating the Global Supply Chain.
Project Times: Best Practices in Project Teamwork
Lisa Anderson shares how to discover the best ways for project teams to work together and get results.
PR Newswire: LMA Consulting Group's Lisa Anderson Invited to Participate in the 2017 U.S. Roadmap for Material Handling & Logistics
Lisa Anderson announces her upcoming participation in the Roadmap Summit.
Wholesale Distribution: Inventory accuracy is vital to your operation's success
Lisa Anderson explains why inventory accuracy holds the keys to success.
SAC: Hiring and Retaining Talent Critical to Ongoing Success
"Our best clients put a keen focus on retaining top talent," points out Lisa Anderson, known as The Manufacturing ConnectorSM and president of LMA Consulting Group, Inc., Claremont, CA
Liquid Planner: 5 Ways Project Management and Lean Manufacturing Speed Up Process
Lisa Anderson was the author and subject matter expert on why Lean Manufacturing has become a popular way to eliminate waste, reduce costs and improve efficiencies.
University of LaVerne - Lisa Anderson Named to University of LaVerne Advisory Board
Lisa Anderson joins the Advisory Board at the University of LaVerne College of Business and Public Management.
Project Times: Simple Tips for Project Success
Lisa Anderson shares simple strategies to increase your probability of project success.
PMI California Inland Empire Chapter: Presents Career Development: Supporting All Legs of the Talent Triangle
Lisa Anderson was invited to speak at the September event on The Amazon Effect: Creating a Customer Service Edge.
Liquid Planner: How to Manage Supply Chain Complexity (using PM tools)
Lisa Anderson was the subject matter expert and author of an article on how to help teams manage the connection points of supply chain complexity.
ExpertClick: LMA Consulting Group's Lisa Anderson Reaches Publishing Milestones
Lisa Anderson announces a major publishing milestone on her Newsletter and weekly tips publications.
Wall Street Journal: Ready to Reengineer?
The most successful reengineering projects involve progressive IT leaders who partner with business units. You need to find people in the IT departments who have strong business acumen. You need people who will sit down and explain, in non-technical terms, how they can leverage new technologies like business intelligence to improve inventory levels, supply chains and other processes.
Project Times: Agile or Traditional Project Management: Which is Better?
Lisa Anderson shares her point of view " There are specific agile methods, and there ae agile components to managing a project."
Supply Chain Modeler Blog: Considering a Career in Supply Chain Consulting? 4 Experts Share Their Wisdom
"Supply chain consulting is focused on three broad areas" points out Lisa Anderson as she gives advice on a Career in Supply Chain Consulting.
SAC: Disruptors Drive Business Growth For Those Who Leverage Them
"Remain calm and keep your eyes open for opportunities advises Lisa Anderson, known as The Manufacturing ConnectorSM and president of LMA Consulting Group, Inc., Claremont, CA.
ExpertClick: Lisa Anderson and LMA Consulting Group Recognizes 2016 Annual Advocate winner.
Lisa Anderson presents 11th annual LMA Advocate Award to Kash Golki a professor at Harvey Mudd College.
Team Focus: How Visual Project Management Software Can Increase and Reduce Stress
Lisa Anderson shares advice on how to identify your top 3 problems and brainstorm solutions.
Project Times: ERP Project Success: How to be Part of the 20%
Finding a way to successfully implement an ERP system is of paramount importance explains Lisa Anderson in her article for Project Times.
Project Times: Winning Leadership Traits for Project Success
Lisa Anderson was the subject matter expert and author on top leadership strategies for success.
SAC: Summertime No Vacation for Business Momentum
"Summer is definitely not a time to rest," points out Lisa Anderson, known as The Manufacturing ConnectorSM and president of LMA Consulting Group, Inc., Claremont, CA.
PR Newswire: Lisa Anderson to Share Inventory Accuracy Success Strategies at American Society of Quality
Lisa Anderson announces her speech on Inventory Accuracy.
Project Times: Project Success Is All About The People
Lisa Anderson was the subject matter expert and author of an article about how important people are to your project success.
MCIE: Lisa Anderson nominated as Innovations Awards Chair
Lisa Anderson was nominated as the Spring 2016 Innovations Awards Chair of the Manufactures’ Council of the Inland Empire.
Institute of Management Accountants – Inland Empire Chapter: Amazon Effect
Lisa Anderson was invited to speak at the April event on how the Amazon Effect impacts business and customer expectations.
SAC: Smart Businesses Learn to Thrive in Era of Volatility
"Volatility is here to stay," points out Lisa Anderson, The Manufacturing ConnectorSM and president of LMA Consulting Group, Inc., Claremont, CA.
Project Times: The Elements of Success: A Case Study
Lisa Anderson was the subject matter expert and author of an article looking at what creates project success.
APICS Ventura: Priming Your Supply Chain for the Amazon Effect
Lisa Anderson was selected to present on how Amazon is changing the business landscape. She also discussed what manufacturers and distributors could do about these changes.
Project Times: Keys to Delegation Success for Projects
Lisa Anderson was the subject matter expert and author of an article on keys to delegation success which includes tips to help ensure success.
ExpertClick: Innovation Awards Recognize Inland Empire Manufacturers at MCIE Summit.
Lisa Anderson announces the Manufacturers Council of the Inland Empire will be hosting regional manufacturers and supporting businesses at it's annual conference.
Project Times: Success or Failure? Collaboration is Key to Success
Lisa Anderson was the subject matter expert and author of an article on how important collaboration is to project success.
APICS 2014: Cultivating Empowered & Engaged Employees
Lisa Anderson's APICS 2014 speech on Cultivating Empowered & Engaged Employees was published by Bob.tv as it remains a timely topic and cornerstone to supply chain success.
APICS 2014 Bob.tv Interview: Cultivating Empowered & Engaged Employees
Lisa Anderson was one of the few speakers at APICS 2014 selected to be interviewed by Bob.tv. Listen to her interview on how to engage employees for supply chain success.
SAC: Half a Century of the Big Game: What Business Can Learn from America's Super Bowl Obsession
"Business leaders should pay close attention to what goes on behind the Super Bowl," points out Lisa Anderson, The Manufacturing ConnectorSM and president of LMA Consulting Group, Inc., Claremont, CA.
APICS 2015 Bob.tv Interview: The Amazon Effect
Lisa Anderson was one of the few speakers at APICS 2015 selected to be interviewed by Bob.tv. Listen to her interview on how Amazon is having a profound effect on the market place.
APICS 2015 Bob.tv Interview: Big Data
Lisa Anderson was interviewed by Bob.tv on big data at APICS 2015. To listen to her ideas and strategies on big data, click on the link below.
APICS 2015 Speech: Priming Your Supply Chain for the Amazon Effect
Lisa Anderson was a featured speaker at APICS 2015 on Priming Your Supply Chain for the Amazon Effect.
APICS Southeast: Priming Your Supply Chain for the Amazon Effect
Lisa Anderson was selected to be a speaker on the Amazon Effect for the APICS Southeast district meeting.
Global Trade Magazine: Finding Efficiency
Identifying best practices for company types and cultures is key, according to Lisa Anderson, principal of LMA Consulting Group in Claremont, California. "Collaboration with customers and suppliers is typically a best practice that can help reduce inventory levels," she says, "but there are different approaches to implementation which can produce vastly different results."
Project Times: Close Out the Year with Project Success
Lisa Anderson was the subject matter expert and author of an article on how to strategize to close out the year strong and keep your project momentum intact.
Liquid Planner: 5 Best Practices for Managing Manufacturing Projects
Lisa Anderson was the subject matter expert and author of an article outlining best practices for managing manufacturing projects to ensure success.
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