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.
"Our most successful clients are not hiding under a rock and maintaining status quo during these inflationary times," points out Lisa Anderson, president of Claremont, CA-based LMA Consulting Group, Inc. and manufacturing expert known for creating supply chain resiliency."
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.
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".
Inflation has taken root. Businesses everywhere are dealing with annualized cost increases of nearly seven percent--the fastest pace in 40 years and significantly higher than the 1.8 percent average of the past decade. The resulting upticks in operating costs can cause serious damage to the bottom line.
ERP systems and related technologies can help manufacturers manage increasingly complex supply chains while improving customer service and operational performance. By integrating the right technologies and turning data into actionable insights, companies can increase OTIF, reduce costs and inventory, and make faster, more informed decisions.
Lisa Anderson, manufacturing and supply chain expert and president of LMA Consulting Group discusses inflation and deflation and where we are truly headed in regards to the many problems involving the supply chain. Is There a Silver Lining in the Cloud of Confusion in Today's Supply Chain?
In this webinar hosted by The Business Journals and sponsored by Oracle NetSuite, Lisa Anderson joins industry leaders to discuss the supply chain challenges keeping executives up at night and strategies for building resilience, driving growth, and thriving amid ongoing disruption.
In SourceDay's "Women in ERP" panel, Lisa Anderson joined industry leaders to discuss best practices for ERP selection, upgrades, and utilization. The conversation explored how organizations can maximize the value of their ERP investments to improve visibility, support growth, and drive operational performance.
