Manufacturing and Distribution Expert, Lisa Anderson, Confirms Inventory, Cost and Logistics Pressures in Supply Chain
Supply chain resiliency requires acute attention to inventory and cost pressures for manufacturers and distributors.
Manufacturing is On the Move
Reshoring was at record levels in 2018! Manufacturers are starting to return as they see the total costs of offshoring combined with the rising costs in China and improved competitiveness of the U.S.
How any U.S. Company Can Survive a Trade War with China
With all that is going on with China in terms of trade wars, currencies, natural resources and more, it begs the question of what we should be thinking about doing business with China. Is it prudent?
Biggest Shakeup in Decades Coming to the Shipping Industry with IMO Regulations
According to Reuters, the biggest shakeup in decades is coming to the shipping industry as the IMO regulations go into force in January.
Participation is More Fun
There is an art to developing participation exercises that will engage the audience while achieving your end outcome.
Why Supplier Management is More Important Than You Think
Uncover the critical role of Proactive Supplier Relationship Management in today's competitive market. Strategies and tips from Lisa Anderson.
Boom or Recession? What is the State of the Economy?
In the last few months, I've attended sessions on the global, national and regional state of the economy. Every executive, trusted advisor and colleague wants to know: Are we headed for a recession?
Key Manufacturing Trends from the MCIE Manufacturing Summit
Following the MCIE Manufacturing Summit and Innovation Awards, Lisa Anderson and Diane Garcia discuss the trends shaping the future of manufacturing. From rising customer expectations and the Amazon Effect to data-driven decision-making, workforce development, supply chain resilience, and SIOP, they explore how manufacturers can build agility and position themselves for long-term success.
Walmart & Costco Moving Towards Farmer-to-Shopping Cart Strategies
Explore how vertical integration from farmer-to-shopping cart is reshaping retail giants like Walmart and Costco.
The Resilient Supply Chain: Succeeding in the Amazon Era
Embrace supply chain resilience strategies to thrive in the Amazon era, focusing on rapid delivery and collaborative service.