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The Sheer Relevance & Impact of Transportation (A Billion Here, a Billion There)
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The Sheer Relevance & Impact of Transportation (A Billion Here, a Billion There)

Operational Performance, Supply Chain Transformation & Operational Performance

The Sheer Relevance & Impact of Transportation (A Billion Here, a Billion There)

Insights into how transportation drives supply chain efficiency, underlining its economic and strategic value.

Lisa Anderson2026-07-06T00:27:25-07:00October 29, 2018|Categories: Operational Performance, Supply Chain Transformation & Operational Performance|Tags: E-commerce, Global trade, Resiliency, Supply Chain Briefing Newsletter, Supply chain planning|

UPS & the Rise of e-Commerce!
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UPS & the Rise of e-Commerce!

Operational Performance, Supply Chain Transformation & Operational Performance

UPS & the Rise of e-Commerce!

For the peak season, UPS has to hire a HUGE amount of temps and ensure efficiencies aren't harmed in the process, given the serious impact to the bottom line. If that situation doesn't require resiliency, I don't know what does!

Lisa Anderson2026-06-29T19:50:10-07:00October 21, 2018|Categories: Operational Performance, Supply Chain Transformation & Operational Performance|Tags: E-commerce, Leadership, Resiliency, Supply Chain Briefing Newsletter, Supply chain planning|

California Steel Industries and whether Progress Follows Passion
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California Steel Industries and whether Progress Follows Passion

Supply Chain Transformation & Operational Performance, Process Improvement

California Steel Industries and whether Progress Follows Passion

CSI has never had a layoff although they have used their employees not just to fill temporary roles but also to perform all services during tough years. This dedication shines through.

Lisa Anderson2026-06-27T14:38:39-07:00October 16, 2018|Categories: Supply Chain Transformation & Operational Performance, Process Improvement|Tags: Continuous improvement, Organizational alignment, Performance & Risk|

The Resilient Supply Chain: Do You Have Resilient Employees?
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The Resilient Supply Chain: Do You Have Resilient Employees?

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

The Resilient Supply Chain: Do You Have Resilient Employees?

It is important to nurture resilient employees to ensure a more robust and adaptable supply chain.

Lisa Anderson2026-07-06T00:02:20-07:00October 11, 2018|Categories: Supply Chain Transformation & Operational Performance, Leadership, Change & Talent|Tags: Collaborative Planning, Resiliency, Supply chain planning|

The Resilient Supply Chain: Are You the Disrupted or the Disruptor?
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The Resilient Supply Chain: Are You the Disrupted or the Disruptor?

Supply Chain Transformation & Operational Performance, Innovation & Digital Enablement

The Resilient Supply Chain: Are You the Disrupted or the Disruptor?

An insightful comparison of disruptors and disrupted entities in building resilient supply chains in a dynamic environment.

Lisa Anderson2026-06-29T19:50:28-07:00October 11, 2018|Categories: Supply Chain Transformation & Operational Performance, Innovation & Digital Enablement|Tags: Resiliency, Supply chain planning|

The Resilient Supply Chain: Does Supplier Negotiation Work?
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The Resilient Supply Chain: Does Supplier Negotiation Work?

Process Improvement, Supply Chain Transformation & Operational Performance

The Resilient Supply Chain: Does Supplier Negotiation Work?

Insights into the role of supplier negotiation in strengthening supply chain resilience and business partnerships.

Lisa Anderson2026-07-04T15:09:12-07:00October 11, 2018|Categories: Process Improvement, Supply Chain Transformation & Operational Performance|Tags: Customer service, Profitability, Resiliency|

My 5-City Cross-Country Trip & the Value of Collecting Good People
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My 5-City Cross-Country Trip & the Value of Collecting Good People

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

My 5-City Cross-Country Trip & the Value of Collecting Good People

A personal account of a cross-country trip emphasizing the importance of building and maintaining connections with good people.

Lisa Anderson2026-07-05T22:55:09-07:00October 10, 2018|Categories: Supply Chain Transformation & Operational Performance, Leadership, Change & Talent|Tags: Collaborative Planning, Talent development|

Never An Afterthought: Pricing Is Strategic to Business Success
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Never An Afterthought: Pricing Is Strategic to Business Success

Operational Performance, Press Releases, Supply Chain Transformation & Operational Performance

Never An Afterthought: Pricing Is Strategic to Business Success

CLAREMONT, Calif., October 1, 2018/ExpertClick/ -- Organizations that think about pricing strategically are best able to weather changing business situations, build customer loyalty, and differentiate themselves from competitors, according to The Society for the Advancement of Consulting® (SAC). Know Your Customers and Price Accordingly A pricing strategy should reflect [...]