Rethinking Manufacturing to Scale for Growth
Manufacturers are preparing to scale. Aerospace and defense companies need to rapidly increase production amid the Russia-Ukraine war, conflict with Iran, and the need to supply allies.
How Jenson USA Improved Warehouse Performance and Reduced Costs
See how Jenson USA turned operational data into action to improve warehouse productivity, inventory visibility, and freight performance while building a scalable foundation for growth.
Lisa Anderson Shares ERP Change Management Strategies for Implementation Success
Lisa Anderson has been featured in TechTarget, sharing her insights on why customised change management—not generic communications—is essential for successful ERP implementations.
AI + Robotics: Driving Dynamic Results
AI and robotics can deliver dramatic results when combined. In this Supply Chain Byte, Lisa Anderson explores how advanced technologies can accelerate inspections, improve infrastructure visibility, address workforce gaps, and help manufacturers scale rapidly and profitably.
How Laguna Clay Built a Stronger Foundation for Growth
After acquiring Laguna Clay, leadership recognized the need for stronger systems, processes, and alignment to support growth. By partnering with LMA Consulting Group, the company improved communication, increased production capabilities, upgraded ERP systems, empowered employees, and built a stronger foundation for long-term success.
Smart Warehousing
In this Supply Chain Byte, Lisa Anderson explains what defines smart warehousing today: optimizing pick velocity; leveraging automation, robotics and advanced technologies; and managing energy and electricity demands. These factors are critical to improving efficiency, controlling costs and supporting customer service as volumes grow.
Productivity Key to Growth & Success
U.S. labor productivity soared at a 4.9% rate in the most recent quarter as compared to the typical annualized rate of 2% during the current business cycle. We are seeing productivity gains across the board as manufacturers utilize predictive processes such as SIOP and advanced technologies such as AI, robotics, and the automation of processes and better utilization of ERP.
Sustainability and Smart Manufacturing in Building Products Supply Chains
Priorities that power the triple bottom line of social, environmental and financial performance are gaining momentum. Sustainable advancements, smart manufacturing and advanced technologies such as artificial intelligence are trending as they can deliver win-win improvements, supporting profitable growth and success.
AI and Advanced Technologies for Manufacturing Scalability and Success
During volatile times of heightened uncertainty, companies typically batten down the hatches to save money and avoid rocking the boat. As the business outlook pivots to the positive, demand will be stimulated, providing huge opportunities for those companies prepared to scale rapidly with AI and advanced technologies and serve customer needs.
The Critical Importance of Supply Chain Basics
In a world of constant distractions and disruptions, it's easy to overlook the fundamentals. In this Supply Chain Byte, Lisa Anderson explains why success still depends on getting the basics right—safety, quality, service, production, purchasing, planning and the use of ERP and related systems. Before adding complexity, make sure the foundation of your supply chain is strong.