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.

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?

Lisa Anderson2026-07-04T01:34:07-07:00February 6, 2015|Categories: Supply Chain Transformation & Operational Performance, Project & Program Management|Tags: Change management, Customer service, I've Been Thinking Newsletter, Project management|

Trends at the Top
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Trends at the Top

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

Trends at the Top

Stay ahead. Keep an eye on business trends to ensure success.

Lisa Anderson2026-07-06T20:25:44-07:00February 6, 2015|Categories: Supply Chain Transformation & Operational Performance, Leadership, Change & Talent|Tags: Data & Analytics, ERP, Leadership, Organizational alignment, Predictability, Productivity, Scalability, Talent development|

Looking for Opportunities for the New Year
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Looking for Opportunities for the New Year

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

Looking for Opportunities for the New Year

A brand new year is the logical time to look for business growth opportunities. The trick is in spotting the right chances and acting on them.

Lisa Anderson2026-07-06T15:13:16-07:00January 27, 2015|Categories: Supply Chain Transformation & Operational Performance, Leadership, Change & Talent|Tags: Leadership, Organizational alignment, Revenue growth|

Why Doing It Right the First Time is NOT Always Right
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Why Doing It Right the First Time is NOT Always Right

Supply Chain Transformation & Operational Performance, Project & Program Management

Why Doing It Right the First Time is NOT Always Right

We commonly hear the phrase "Do it right the first time". Of course, generally speaking, who wouldn't want to do that? Waste is bad. However, I've found that there is a time when doing it right the first time is NOT the path to success.

Lisa Anderson2026-07-04T01:36:00-07:00January 23, 2015|Categories: Supply Chain Transformation & Operational Performance, Project & Program Management|Tags: Change management, Customer service, I've Been Thinking Newsletter, Project management|

Leaders Must Be Strong!
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Leaders Must Be Strong!

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

Leaders Must Be Strong!

There is ZERO doubt in my mind that strong leaders will prevail in the worst of conditions whereas weak leaders can cause even the BEST people to fail.