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Innovation & Digital Enablement

Innovation and digital enablement help manufacturers and distributors transform operations, improve decision-making, and build scalable, future-ready supply chains. From automation, robotics, AI, and connected technologies to digital transformation and process innovation, these strategies increase visibility, productivity, agility, and operational performance. Explore practical insights and proven approaches to leverage emerging technologies, accelerate business transformation, and create a competitive advantage through smarter, technology-enabled operations.

Should We Prioritize or Deprioritize Innovation & Technology During the Coronavirus

What is the first thing that happens when a client is shutdown due to the coronavirus? Cut all unnecessary spending. Certainly, I agree with this approach in most situations. If you cannot pay for your employees, you shouldn't pay for unnecessary expenses! However, if the situation isn't dire, it [...]

2026-05-09T07:04:17-07:00March 31, 2020|Categories: Supply Chain Transformation & Operational Performance, Innovation & Digital Enablement|Tags: , |
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Supply Chain Heroes: How CFOs Can Help Save the World

As Published in: Oracle/Modern Finance Early this year, the largest asset-management company in the world made a bold announcement: It would start redirecting investments away from fossil fuels because of climate change. In his annual letter to CEOs, BlackRock CEO Larry Fink stated that “climate risk is investment risk,” and that risk [...]

2026-07-06T15:07:28-07:00March 25, 2020|Categories: In The News, Supply Chain Transformation & Operational Performance, Innovation & Digital Enablement|Tags: , |
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Manufacturing Expert, Lisa Anderson, Releases Manufacturing and Supply Chain Predictions for 2020

  CLAREMONT, Calif., March 13, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- Manufacturing and Supply Chain Expert, Lisa Anderson, MBA, CSCP, CLTD, president of LMA Consulting Group Inc., has released, Future-Proofing Manufacturing & the Supply Chain, Manufacturing and Supply Chain predictions for 2020. Ms. Anderson asked business owners, executives and industry professionals for their [...]

2026-06-27T23:34:21-07:00March 16, 2020|Categories: Supply Chain Transformation & Operational Performance, Press Releases, Innovation & Digital Enablement|Tags: , , , , , , , , , , , |
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Special Report: 2020 Predictions

We received such a positive response to last year’s predictions report that we wanted to add to that value in 2020. It was an exciting process to see what CEOs, executives and thought leaders of manufacturing and logistics organizations think about the current trends, what’s coming, and most importantly, [...]

2026-07-04T14:34:03-07:00March 12, 2020|Categories: Supply Chain Transformation & Operational Performance, Innovation & Digital Enablement|Tags: , |
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MCIE 2019 Innovation Awards

=Lisa Anderson is the founder and president of LMA Consulting Group, Inc., a consulting firm that specializes in manufacturing strategy and end-to-end supply chain. Lisa will be a presenter at the MCIE 2019 Innovation Awards. The Manufacturers’ Council was originally started in 2001 when six manufacturing firms came together [...]

2026-06-16T18:08:26-07:00February 19, 2020|Categories: In The News, Supply Chain Transformation & Operational Performance, Innovation & Digital Enablement|Tags: , |
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US Manufacturing Recovered Slightly in January But Isn’t Out of the Woods

"As manufacturers realize what can be achieved with technology such as AI, IoT, robotics, and additive manufacturing, they are sourcing manufacturing closer to the customer to create a customer experience advantage (rapid customization and delivery) with a lower cost base" points out Lisa Anderson, president of Claremont, CA-based LMA [...]

2026-06-27T23:37:37-07:00February 3, 2020|Categories: In The News, Supply Chain Transformation & Operational Performance, Innovation & Digital Enablement|Tags: , , , , , , , , , |
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Manufacturing Expert, Lisa Anderson, Confirms Manufacturers Focused on Customer Experience Drivers

CLAREMONT, CALIFORNIA – December 19, 2019 –  Manufacturing and Supply Chain Expert,  Lisa Anderson, MBA, CSCP, CLTD, president of LMA Consulting Group Inc., confirms that manufacturers are flexible and responsive to changing customer needs and demands. LMA Consulting Group works with manufacturers and distributors on strategy and end-to-end supply [...]

2026-06-25T00:46:54-07:00December 24, 2019|Categories: Press Releases, Supply Chain Transformation & Operational Performance, Innovation & Digital Enablement|Tags: , , |
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Innovation Awards Interview with Ismael Reyes Jr., Ingram Micro

Innovation often starts with people, process, and continuous improvement. Learn how Ingram Micro leveraged leadership development and Lean initiatives to generate more than $1 million in savings while building a culture focused on operational excellence and innovation.

2026-06-13T12:32:25-07:00November 15, 2019|Categories: Supply Chain Transformation & Operational Performance, Innovation & Digital Enablement|Tags: , , , , , , , , , , |
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Clearing the Mind for Innovation & the Santa Barbara Coastline

I recently attended a CEO retreat in Santa Barbara. We talked about both our business goals as well as our personal goals and spent two half-days enjoying the area. I took the opportunity to clear my mind so that I could think innovatively.

2026-07-05T22:54:47-07:00October 10, 2019|Categories: Innovation & Digital Enablement|Tags: , |
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