In this episode of Supply Chain Chats, Lisa Anderson talks about impacts on the global supply chain from the Russia-Ukraine war and the infant formula crisis. She discusses a client challenge related to the availability and pricing of nickel stemming from the Russia-Ukraine war and how the client proactively addressed the issue.
Supplier risk can quickly disrupt production, inventory, and customer service. Lisa Anderson participates on a panel and discusses five steps businesses can take to improve supplier visibility, leverage better data, strengthen supply chain planning, and proactively identify and manage supplier risk.
Since the pandemic, it has been a constant battle to ensure material availability, let alone to proactively manage cost and service. Even the most proactive and successful clients have experienced brief shortages of key materials and extended lead-times. The rest have been plagued with these issues.
Because we live in a global, supply chain disrupted world amidst record-breaking prices for food, commodities and oil (and all products dependent on these industries), not only are businesses looking to navigate inflationary pressures, but also deflationary pressures. Inflation can lead to deflation as consumers panic and demand softens.
Proactive planning can help manufacturers prepare for growth even amid continued supply chain disruptions. Lisa Anderson discusses why capacity planning, what-if scenarios, and strong planning processes are essential to assess capabilities, support additional sales, and achieve profitable, scalable growth.
A supply chain is only as strong as its weakest link. Discover how proactive planning, SIOP, supply chain visibility, inventory management, and technology can help strengthen resilience, minimize disruptions, and improve customer service, productivity, and profitability.
The baby formula shortage exposed critical vulnerabilities in the supply chain. Lisa Anderson discusses the factors behind the shortage, the challenges of restoring production and supply, and why organizations must proactively address risk, capacity, inventory, and supply chain resilience.
Supply chain disruptions have become a convenient excuse, but successful companies are taking control. Lisa Anderson explains why proactive planning, risk management, backup strategies, and collaboration with end-to-end supply chain partners are essential to building resilience and navigating continued volatility.
Inflation and supply chain volatility are putting increasing pressure on manufacturers to make faster, smarter decisions. Learn how resilient companies use SIOP to align demand, capacity, inventory, and profitability so they can adapt quickly, strengthen cash flow, and position themselves for long-term success.
Lisa Anderson, Manufacturing and Supply Chain Expert and President of LMA Consulting Group, talks about the coming months and keeping an eye on cash balance."Proactively managing cashflow is critical right now".
