Best of Supply Chain Transformation

Explore practical insights and executive strategies to drive supply chain transformation and improve operational performance. Discover thought leadership on process improvement, operational excellence, leadership, project and program management, customer fulfillment, and execution to help manufacturers and distributors strengthen agility, improve business performance, and achieve scalable, profitable growth.

What We Can Learn from Jack Welch
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What We Can Learn from Jack Welch

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

What We Can Learn from Jack Welch

Successful companies put people ahead of strategy, process, and systems

Lisa Anderson2026-07-06T15:08:52-07:00October 29, 2015|Categories: Supply Chain Transformation & Operational Performance, Leadership, Change & Talent|Tags: Innovation, Leadership, Organizational alignment, Talent development|

It Takes All Types of Managers for Success
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It Takes All Types of Managers for Success

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

It Takes All Types of Managers for Success

Diverse management styles can drive success by leveraging unique strengths, building trust, and creating a positive work environment

Lisa Anderson2026-07-05T23:10:20-07:00October 26, 2015|Categories: Supply Chain Transformation & Operational Performance, Leadership, Change & Talent|Tags: Leadership, Talent development|

10 Ways to Stay Focused on the Critical Path
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10 Ways to Stay Focused on the Critical Path

In The News, Supply Chain Transformation & Operational Performance, Project & Program Management

10 Ways to Stay Focused on the Critical Path

Maintaining focus on projects in the midst of business volatility is challenging, but preparing a road map with team strategies to concentrate on the critical path will ensure success.

Lisa Anderson2026-06-20T22:23:40-07:00October 23, 2015|Categories: In The News, Supply Chain Transformation & Operational Performance, Project & Program Management|Tags: Best of, Continuous improvement, Data & Analytics, Leadership, Organizational alignment, Predictability, Profitability, Project management, Project Times, Scalability, Transformation|

Never Giving Up & the Cubs
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Never Giving Up & the Cubs

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

Never Giving Up & the Cubs

When things look down, think about what you want to happen.

Lisa Anderson2026-07-06T15:10:33-07:00October 19, 2015|Categories: Supply Chain Transformation & Operational Performance, Leadership, Change & Talent|Tags: I've Been Thinking Newsletter|

Leveraging Supply Chain Trends: Lead Time Improvement
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Leveraging Supply Chain Trends: Lead Time Improvement

Operational Performance, Supply Chain Transformation & Operational Performance

Leveraging Supply Chain Trends: Lead Time Improvement

Those who leverage trends surpass the competition. Will you be one of them?

Lisa Anderson2026-07-06T14:54:26-07:00October 16, 2015|Categories: Operational Performance, Supply Chain Transformation & Operational Performance|Tags: Amazon effect, Distribution, Lead Time Reduction|

The Power of Caring & Hospice of the Valley
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The Power of Caring & Hospice of the Valley

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

The Power of Caring & Hospice of the Valley

Think about what type of environment you want to create in your company, department, team or with your customers and suppliers. How can you make that a reality?

Lisa Anderson2026-07-04T01:13:37-07:00October 13, 2015|Categories: Supply Chain Transformation & Operational Performance, Leadership, Change & Talent|Tags: Customer service, I've Been Thinking Newsletter, Leadership, Organizational alignment, Talent development|

Supply Chain Metrics
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Supply Chain Metrics

Operational Performance, Supply Chain Transformation & Operational Performance

Supply Chain Metrics

Supply chain performance metrics include reliability, responsiveness, agility, cost, and asset management efficiency for strategic success

Lisa Anderson2026-07-06T18:12:51-07:00October 8, 2015|Categories: Operational Performance, Supply Chain Transformation & Operational Performance|Tags: Data & Analytics|

Empower Your People to GROW
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Empower Your People to GROW

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

Empower Your People to GROW

Why is empowerment the key to success? Empowered employees achieve substantial results which also tie directly to what's required to succeed in the new normal.

Lisa Anderson2026-07-05T23:27:19-07:00October 8, 2015|Categories: Supply Chain Transformation & Operational Performance, Leadership, Change & Talent|Tags: Leadership, Talent development|

Are You Ready for Q4?
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Are You Ready for Q4?

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

Are You Ready for Q4?

Think about what is important to your business and evaluate what should be done in preparation for Q4. You’ll be ahead of the curve.

Lisa Anderson2026-07-06T15:10:45-07:00September 25, 2015|Categories: Supply Chain Transformation & Operational Performance, Leadership, Change & Talent|Tags: Customer service, Inventory optimization, Leadership, Organizational alignment|

The Pope & Visionary Leaders
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The Pope & Visionary Leaders

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

The Pope & Visionary Leaders

There is no way to become a visionary in a week; however, you certainly can take steps to lead you towards this path. Start by not being afraid to stand out from the crowd.