Supply Chain Planning Archives

Supply Chain Planning provides the integrated framework to align demand, supply, capacity, production, inventory, and distribution, enabling predictable revenue fulfillment, superior customer service, resilient operations, and profitable growth. Explore insights on SIOP (Sales Inventory Operations Planning), demand planning, capacity and resource planning, production and materials planning, inventory planning, and network strategy. Learn how manufacturers and distributors leverage integrated planning, technology enablement, data, and analytics to improve visibility, optimize working capital, resolve constraints, and execute with confidence.

Lisa Anderson, Manufacturing & Supply Chain Expert Sees SIOP Process Critical to Tumultuous Times
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Lisa Anderson, Manufacturing & Supply Chain Expert Sees SIOP Process Critical to Tumultuous Times

Supply Chain Planning, SIOP / Integrated Business Planning (IBP), Press Releases

Lisa Anderson, Manufacturing & Supply Chain Expert Sees SIOP Process Critical to Tumultuous Times

CLAREMONT, Calif., March 21, 2023 /ExpertClick/ -- Manufacturing and Supply Chain Expert Lisa Anderson, MBA, CSCP, CLTD, known as the Strongest Link in Your Supply Chain® and President of LMA Consulting Group Inc., predicts that establishing processes is critical to strengthening the supply chain during tumultuous times. LMA Consulting Group [...]

Lisa Anderson2026-07-05T22:39:56-07:00March 21, 2023|Categories: Supply Chain Planning, SIOP / Integrated Business Planning (IBP), Press Releases|Tags: Customer service, ERP, Inventory optimization, Leadership, Profitability, Resiliency, S&OP, SIOP, Supply chain planning, Working capital|

Interlinks: Sales, Inventory, and Operations Planning (SIOP)
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Interlinks: Sales, Inventory, and Operations Planning (SIOP)

In The News, Supply Chain Planning, SIOP / Integrated Business Planning (IBP)

Interlinks: Sales, Inventory, and Operations Planning (SIOP)

In this episode, and the next, of Interlinks we talk to Lisa Anderson and Diane Garcia of LMA Consulting Group in Los Angeles, California who are co-authors of a new book titled SIOP – Creating Predictable Revenue and EBITDA Growth.

Lisa Anderson2026-06-07T01:07:39-07:00March 15, 2023|Categories: In The News, Supply Chain Planning, SIOP / Integrated Business Planning (IBP)|Tags: Customer service, ERP, Interlinks, Organizational alignment, Podcast, Predictability, Profitability, Resiliency, Revenue growth, S&OP, Scalability, SIOP, SIOP videos, Supply chain planning, Working capital|

Inventory Management: Go Back to the Basics for Success During Volatility
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Inventory Management: Go Back to the Basics for Success During Volatility

Supply Chain Planning, Inventory, Distribution & Replenishment Planning

Inventory Management: Go Back to the Basics for Success During Volatility

Volatility has become the new normal in supply chains, making effective inventory management more critical than ever. From shifting customer demand and supplier disruptions to inflationary pressures and geopolitical uncertainty, manufacturers and distributors are being challenged to balance service, cost, and working capital simultaneously. Although many companies are investing [...]

Lisa Anderson2026-06-20T19:04:22-07:00March 7, 2023|Categories: Supply Chain Planning, Inventory, Distribution & Replenishment Planning|Tags: Customer service, ERP, Inventory accuracy, Inventory optimization, Inventory reduction, Profitability, Resiliency, Risk Management, S&OP, SIOP, Supply chain disruptions, Supply chain planning, Working capital|

SIOP/ S&OP Playbook: Creating Predictability & EBITDA Growth
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SIOP/ S&OP Playbook: Creating Predictability & EBITDA Growth

Supply Chain Planning, SIOP / Integrated Business Planning (IBP)

SIOP/ S&OP Playbook: Creating Predictability & EBITDA Growth

In an environment defined by volatility and rising expectations, predictability has become a competitive advantage. Companies that consistently deliver on revenue, service, and profitability don’t rely on reactive decision-making; instead, they operate with a disciplined, forward-looking planning process. A well-designed SIOP (Sales, Inventory & Operations Planning) playbook provides the [...]

Lisa Anderson2026-06-20T18:14:36-07:00March 7, 2023|Categories: Supply Chain Planning, SIOP / Integrated Business Planning (IBP)|Tags: A&D, Capacity planning, Case study, Customer service, Demand planning, Medical products, Predictability, Profitability, Resiliency, Revenue growth, S&OP, SIOP, Supply chain disruptions, Supply chain planning|

Lisa Anderson, Manufacturing & Supply Chain Expert Publishes Book on SIOP Process
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Lisa Anderson, Manufacturing & Supply Chain Expert Publishes Book on SIOP Process

Supply Chain Planning, SIOP / Integrated Business Planning (IBP), Press Releases

Lisa Anderson, Manufacturing & Supply Chain Expert Publishes Book on SIOP Process

CLAREMONT, Calif., February 16, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Manufacturing and Supply Chain Expert Lisa Anderson, MBA, CSCP, CLTD, known as the Strongest Link in Your Supply Chain® and President of LMA Consulting Group Inc., has published: SIOP (Sales Inventory Operations Planning): Creating Predictable Revenue and EBITDA Growth. LMA Consulting Group works [...]

Lisa Anderson2026-07-05T23:05:56-07:00February 16, 2023|Categories: Supply Chain Planning, SIOP / Integrated Business Planning (IBP), Press Releases|Tags: Customer service, Inventory reduction, Predictability, Profitability, Revenue growth, S&OP, Scalability, SIOP, Supply chain planning, Supply chain visibility, Working capital|

SIOP (Sales Inventory Operations Planning) Book Published
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SIOP (Sales Inventory Operations Planning) Book Published

Supply Chain Planning, SIOP / Integrated Business Planning (IBP)

SIOP (Sales Inventory Operations Planning) Book Published

I am thrilled to announce that I have published a book on SIOP (Sales Inventory Operations Planning), also known as S&OP and IBP (Integrated Business Planning). Why is SIOP VITAL to Success? I think our introduction says it well, and so I'm going to give you a preview. As [...]

Lisa Anderson2026-07-05T23:18:26-07:00February 14, 2023|Categories: Supply Chain Planning, SIOP / Integrated Business Planning (IBP)|Tags: Customer service, Demand planning, I've Been Thinking Newsletter, Inventory reduction, Predictability, Profitability, Revenue growth, S&OP, SIOP, Supply chain planning, Working capital|

Labor Scheduling: Maximize Operational Performance & Serve Customers
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Labor Scheduling: Maximize Operational Performance & Serve Customers

Supply Chain Planning, Capacity & Resource Planning

Labor Scheduling: Maximize Operational Performance & Serve Customers

At its simplest, labor scheduling is determining which people (and which skills) you should have at which sites at which work centers at what time (shift) to ensure the right products can be delivered to the right customer at the right time.

Lisa Anderson2026-06-20T15:33:01-07:00December 30, 2022|Categories: Supply Chain Planning, Capacity & Resource Planning|Tags: Best of, Capacity planning, Customer service, Predictability, Production & Materials Planning, Production scheduling, Productivity, Profitability, Resiliency, Scalability, Supply chain planning, Workforce planning|

Supply Chain Dive: Did the Pandemic Really Kill Just-in-Time? Experts Weigh In
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Supply Chain Dive: Did the Pandemic Really Kill Just-in-Time? Experts Weigh In

In The News, Supply Chain Planning, Inventory, Distribution & Replenishment Planning

Supply Chain Dive: Did the Pandemic Really Kill Just-in-Time? Experts Weigh In

Lisa Anderson was quoted in Supply Chain Dive on whether just-in-time (JIT) is sill relevant or has the world moved to just-in-case.

Lisa Anderson2026-07-06T22:16:36-07:00November 29, 2022|Categories: In The News, Supply Chain Planning, Inventory, Distribution & Replenishment Planning|Tags: Customer service, Geopolitical risk, Inventory optimization, Profitability, Replenishment, Resiliency, Risk Management, S&OP, SIOP, Supply chain disruptions, Supply chain planning, Working capital|

LMA Consulting Sees Supply Chains Reshaping to Balance Inventory
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LMA Consulting Sees Supply Chains Reshaping to Balance Inventory

Supply Chain Planning, Press Releases, Production & Materials Planning

LMA Consulting Sees Supply Chains Reshaping to Balance Inventory

Lisa Anderson's press release about the reshaping of supply chains was picked up by CSCMP. Rightsizing and balancing inventories is becoming essential to success especially with increasing interest rates.

Lisa Anderson2026-07-06T00:29:31-07:00November 15, 2022|Categories: Supply Chain Planning, Press Releases, Production & Materials Planning|Tags: Customer service, Inventory optimization, Inventory reduction, Quality control, Risk Management|

Right-size Inventory to Thrive During Inflationary & Recessionary Times
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Right-size Inventory to Thrive During Inflationary & Recessionary Times

Supply Chain Planning, Inventory, Distribution & Replenishment Planning

Right-size Inventory to Thrive During Inflationary & Recessionary Times

In a business environment marked by inflation, rising interest rates, and economic uncertainty, inventory decisions have never carried more weight. The challenge is no longer simply managing inventory—it is right-sizing it to align with demand, service expectations, and financial goals.