In this Supply Chain Byte, Lisa Anderson discusses how GM is investing in supply chain resilience through a $4.5 billion inventory and financing strategy designed to protect critical parts in its supply chain. The example shows that resilience requires more than extra inventory.
Critical minerals are becoming an even greater priority as the U.S. strengthens defense supply chains. New requirements emphasize multi-tier supplier visibility, supply continuity, capacity, and alternate sourcing to reduce risk and strengthen resilience.
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.
Freight rates are increasing as transportation capacity tightens. Lisa Anderson explains what's driving the changes and shares strategies manufacturers can use to build a more resilient, predictable, and profitable supply chain.
Global supply chains are being rebuilt. Learn why FedEx CEO Raj Subramaniam believes AI, supply chain reconfiguration, and end-to-end transformation will define the next generation of manufacturing success—and what leaders should prioritize today.
New research shows companies investing in AI are growing their workforces faster—not shrinking them. Learn why manufacturers should embrace AI today to improve forecasting, planning, productivity, and long-term competitive advantage.
In this Supply Chain Byte, Lisa Anderson discusses two recent examples: a fire affecting a medical device distribution center and another involving a cold storage facility. Both highlight why manufacturers and distributors need more than a static plan.
In this Supply Chain Byte, Lisa Anderson discusses how microgravity is enabling unique manufacturing processes and why platforms such as Starship are designed with scale and industrial space applications in mind. For manufacturers, the message is clear: start thinking creatively about what may be possible as technology advances.
In this Supply Chain Byte, Lisa Anderson discusses why manufacturers must align demand and supply at each step of the supply chain, using California’s oil and gas and refinery capacity challenges as an example of how reduced capacity can create ongoing pressure and an operational bottleneck.
In this Supply Chain Byte, Lisa Anderson explains why companies must pay close attention to demand signals, translate demand into supply requirements and confirm whether suppliers truly have the capacity to support the plan. Knowing when materials will arrive and having a clear ETA is critical.
