It is easy for us to become comfortable with people like us and not seek out diverse, sometimes scary opinions from others. Although I see great value in the global nature of my group, it isn't because I focus on having a global practice.
In today's Amazonian environment, customers expect rapid delivery, 24/7 accessibility, easy returns, innovative collaborations and much more. Add disruptors and it is quite clear we are in a new ballgame.
In this APICS San Fernando Valley panel discussion, Lisa Anderson joins fellow manufacturing leaders to share insights on career growth, leadership, mentorship, and the opportunities available for women in manufacturing and supply chain management.
For the peak season, UPS has to hire a HUGE amount of temps and ensure efficiencies aren't harmed in the process, given the serious impact to the bottom line. If that situation doesn't require resiliency, I don't know what does!
Exploring the essential ways to foster a culture of innovation, crucial for business strategy and success
September 10, 2018 Thanks to Elizabeth Warren for hosting the informal Southern CA group, the Ladies of Logistics (LOL) as we had a fabulous time and made amazing connections. Where else can you go and see every key connection related to trucking, the ports, freight forwarders, logistics, global [...]
On the 10 year anniversary of my business, I recognized 10 people for 10 years as LMA Advocates - people who have gone over and beyond, resulting in LMA Consulting's growth and success.
I met my global consulting group in Hawaii to talk strategy. Have you thought about where you are going lately? More importantly, have you thought about why you are going there? It is quite easy to get caught up in doing whatever you set out to do a year [...]
Several situations have arisen recently that leads us to plead "choose wisely". Examples abound on both sides of this topic. Strong leaders attract top talent. Weak and command and control leaders keep the weak and those close to retirement (in name only). That is one of the things we [...]
What values do you stand for? Do your employees know your values? Are they apparent in how people behave or are they just on a piece of paper? Are you willing to let your top performer go because he/she doesn't live up to the values?
