The Strait of Hormuz is a geopolitical chokepoint — and a critical reminder of why advanced supply chain planning is non-negotiable. In this Supply Chain Byte, Lisa Anderson highlights the ripple effects that disruptions in this narrow strait can cause and how strategic planning, risk assessment and scenario modeling help companies stay ahead.
LMA Consulting Group, Inc., a leading expert in manufacturing strategy and supply chain transformation, proudly marks its 20th anniversary. Founded in 2025 by Lisa Anderson, MBA, CSCP, CLTD.
Critical minerals are the backbone of modern manufacturing—from EV batteries to defense systems. But as demand surges and global access becomes more restricted, how can manufacturers secure their supply chains? In this Supply Chain Byte, Lisa Anderson breaks down what’s at stake, why these minerals matter, initiatives in progress and what to consider for the future.
We have noticed that clients that think long-term are far more successful than those that respond to events as they occur. Companies that think long-term surpass the rest as they are ready for changing conditions and leverage opportunities for success.
Global events—from geopolitical tensions to cyber events—can shake even the strongest supply chains. In this Supply Chain Byte, Lisa Anderson, President of LMA Consulting Group, shares why leaders must actively monitor risk at every point in their global supply chain and take steps to proactively prepare for disruption. If you're still managing risk reactively, this is your wake-up call.
Lisa Anderson shares expert views on AI in supply chain planning, forecasting, SIOP, and real-time inventory visibility in a new publication from Intelligent Enterprise Leaders Alliance: 'AI & Analytics in Supply Chain'.
SIOP (Sales Inventory Operations Planning) is proving to be a critical tool for clients in successfully navigating volatile and complex business environment turbulence. Tariffs have thrown a wrench into demand and supply plans.
Selecting the right SIOP consultant can make the difference between a successful implementation and a missed opportunity. Learn how to evaluate SIOP expertise, ask the right questions, and choose a partner that will accelerate results, improve profitability, and drive long-term supply chain transformation.
Like almost every manufacturing sector, the building and construction products industry generally worked through their backlog, focused on margins, and experienced an overall drop in customer demand last year, yet expect a positive year ahead.
From the inception of our supply chain consulting firm, relationships, partnerships, connections, and collaborations have been of paramount importance. Not only have these Manufacturing Connector® attributes been key to the growth of LMA Consulting, but also, more importantly, to the growth and success of our manufacturing clients.
