Brushware Magazine: Inflation Busters: Protecting Profits as Costs Rise
"Proactively managing cash flow is critical right now," says Lisa Anderson, president of LMA Consulting Group, Claremont, Calif. This can be done by running periodic forecasts.
Are You Managing Inventory or Is Inventory Managing You?
As executives continue to navigate these volatile economic conditions, the focus on inventory management increases. It is especially tough to determine what to do if you don't know if sales opportunities will dramatically increase as the competition falters and consumers drive demand or if sales will tank as recession fears increase and business optimism falters.
After a Year of Shortages, Here’s Why Stores Suddenly Have too Much Stuff
After months of shortages and supply chain disruptions, many retailers suddenly found themselves with excess inventory. Lisa Anderson discusses how shifting demand and the bullwhip effect contributed to the dramatic swing from empty shelves to overflowing warehouses.
Supply Chain Management: Manufacturers Need to Keep Innovating
Innovation is more than solving problems—it is about creating new levels of performance. In this interview, Lisa Anderson discusses how manufacturers can leverage innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement to drive growth and strengthen competitive advantage.
Why Care About Systems Transactions?
Accurate systems transactions improve inventory accuracy, customer service, and operational efficiency in business
Warehousing Thoughts
Warehousing is often overlooked for its simplicity, but it’s one of the strongest links in your supply chain.
The 4Ps to Collaborative Customer Program Success
When connecting people and process, think about using customer collaborative programs to link strategy with execution.