Congress passed what has been referred to as the "One Big Beautiful Bill (OBBB)", and it has been signed into law. There are far-reaching implications for manufacturers and supply chain organizations. The bottom line is that it is expected to spur growth and success with tax benefits and supporting incentives.
Lisa Anderson, president of LMA Consulting, participated in a panel discussion on the garment industry to discuss the current status, expected tariffs, implications, and strategies for success.
Moving manufacturing to the U.S. is no simple task. Capital, labor, and automation determine who can succeed—and who gets left behind.
Over the last two weeks, we participated in three supply chain summits, conferences and/or annual meetings (with a west coast bent), and so we thought we'd pass on the key highlights and action items most relevant to our clients and colleagues.
If you have domestic production and you’re going to move products into Southern California because you want to supply customers here, you do have a choice.
In this Supply Chain Byte, Lisa Anderson, President of LMA Consulting Group, highlights why energy is at the core of everything in supply chain and manufacturing. From powering automation and AI to driving production and logistics, energy access and strategy are critical to growth. As demand soars, companies must rethink how they plan, invest and prepare for the energy needs of tomorrow.
The most important strategy to minimize the impact of sudden tariff changes is to create a resilient supply chain. Addressing tariffs requires a short-term and long-term strategy. In the short term, you must stay ahead of changing conditions, enhance your supply chain visibility so that you know the origin and risks of your end-to-end supply chain and be ready to move rapidly.
In this Supply Chain Byte, Lisa Anderson, President of LMA Consulting Group, spotlights the unmatched power of manufacturing in driving economic growth. From job creation and innovation to fueling supply chains and national security, manufacturing is at the heart of a thriving economy. Tune in for a quick dive into why forward-thinking businesses must prioritize and invest in their manufacturing strategy to stay competitive.
The announcement of reciprocal tariffs has created extreme volatility in the stock markets and nervousness among executives. Geopolitical, supply chain, and cyber risks plague the end-to-end supply chain and have stimulated additional debates about control in the Panama Canal, Greenland, and global supply chains.
Supply chain shortages have improved from their all-time high in Q1 2024. Yet, risks remain high, especially with the increased level of vulnerabilities.
