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.

Why is it So Hard to Focus on Priorities?
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Why is it So Hard to Focus on Priorities?

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

Why is it So Hard to Focus on Priorities?

Why is it so challenging for executives to focus on priorities? It would seem simple; however it rarely is so.

Lisa Anderson2026-07-06T15:12:57-07:00March 6, 2015|Categories: Supply Chain Transformation & Operational Performance, Leadership, Change & Talent|Tags: Customer service, Leadership, Organizational alignment, Supply chain planning|

Leadership’s Unsung Heroes
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Leadership’s Unsung Heroes

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

Leadership’s Unsung Heroes

Informal leaders, the unsung heroes of leadership can influence success and drive change within organizations.

Lisa Anderson2026-07-05T23:38:54-07:00February 26, 2015|Categories: Supply Chain Transformation & Operational Performance, Leadership, Change & Talent|Tags: Leadership, Organizational alignment, Talent development|

How Students Show Us the HIGH VALUE of Continuous Learning
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How Students Show Us the HIGH VALUE of Continuous Learning

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

How Students Show Us the HIGH VALUE of Continuous Learning

In today's complex world, what worked yesterday might not work today - certainly not by next year! It is important to keep up with the latest trends, best practices, ideas, new concepts, industry news etc.

Lisa Anderson2026-07-04T01:31:16-07:00February 20, 2015|Categories: Supply Chain Transformation & Operational Performance, Leadership, Change & Talent|Tags: I've Been Thinking Newsletter, Leadership, Supply chain planning, Talent development|

APICS Skill Gap Panel Discussion
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APICS Skill Gap Panel Discussion

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

APICS Skill Gap Panel Discussion

Lisa Anderson2026-06-04T08:07:38-07:00February 15, 2015|Categories: Supply Chain Transformation & Operational Performance, Leadership, Change & Talent|Tags: APICS, Leadership, Video|

Strategies to Reduce Operational Cost without Capital Investment
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Strategies to Reduce Operational Cost without Capital Investment

Operational Performance, Supply Chain Transformation & Operational Performance

Strategies to Reduce Operational Cost without Capital Investment

Focus on operational cost reduction strategies to continue growing efficiently while also giving yourself pricing wiggle room.

Lisa Anderson2026-07-06T18:14:31-07:00February 12, 2015|Categories: Operational Performance, Supply Chain Transformation & Operational Performance|Tags: Continuous improvement, Process improvement, Productivity, Profitability|

How to Revitalize Projects to Ensure Success
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How to Revitalize Projects to Ensure Success

In The News, Project & Program Management

How to Revitalize Projects to Ensure Success

Since projects are cornerstone to delivering bottom line business results, it is worth revitalizing your core projects at key juncture points such as after the holidays.

Lisa Anderson2026-07-06T15:13:06-07:00February 11, 2015|Categories: In The News, Project & Program Management|Tags: Leadership, Operational excellence, Organizational alignment, Project management, Project Times, Talent development|

Why We Shouldn’t Shy Away from Risk
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Why We Shouldn’t Shy Away from Risk

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

Why We Shouldn’t Shy Away from Risk

I always look for trends as I find that the 80/20 of success comes from watching and proactively addressing trends.

Lisa Anderson2026-07-06T18:14:40-07:00February 11, 2015|Categories: Supply Chain Transformation & Operational Performance, Leadership, Change & Talent|Tags: I've Been Thinking Newsletter, Leadership, Risk Management|

Why Implementation is the 80/20 of Success
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Why Implementation is the 80/20 of Success

Supply Chain Transformation & Operational Performance, Project & Program Management

Why Implementation is the 80/20 of Success

Think about a project you are in the midst of implementing or thinking about implementing. What can you do to "stack the deck" in the favor of success?