Ocean shipping disruptions are no longer rare—they’re the new normal. From geopolitical unrest to port congestion and tariffs, global ocean freight is under constant pressure. In this Supply Chain Byte, Lisa Anderson breaks down how manufacturers and distributors can build resilience into their ocean freight strategies and plan ahead. If you rely on ocean shipping, this one’s for you.
What separates companies that thrive from those that stall in today’s chaotic landscape? In this Supply Chain Byte, Lisa Anderson shares how companies are taking advantage of the current turmoil and turning it into opportunity. Whether you're facing labor issues, market volatility or supplier uncertainty, discover how to take the lead when others fall behind.
Foreign Trade Zones (FTZs) offer numerous benefits to businesses operating in California, especially in light of the current tariff rates of 30% on imports from China and 10% on imports from other countries. These zones are designated areas where goods can be imported, stored, and manufactured without being subject to customs duties until they enter the U.S. market.
From the decreased freight into California ports to Panama Canal reroutes, global logistics is facing mounting pressures. In this Supply Chain Byte, Lisa Anderson breaks down the realities of real-world disruptions affecting freight movement—and how supply chain leaders must respond.
Before Trump took office, let alone announced or implemented his tariffs plan, many major companies brought in extra inventory of products to the US in an attempt to mitigate the impact of potential tariffs, but the buffer will run out soon.
Is your supply chain as strong as your weakest link? True supply chain resilience means looking beyond your immediate partners. From suppliers’ suppliers to contract manufacturers and logistics providers, visibility and alignment are critical. Lisa talks about 4 key areas of immediate importance in manufacturing.
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.
Supply chain shortages have improved from their all-time high in Q1 2024. Yet, risks remain high, especially with the increased level of vulnerabilities.
In this episode of Supply Chain Chats, Lisa Anderson, President of LMA Consulting Group, sits down with international business attorney John Tulac to explore the real-world effects of the Russia-Ukraine war on global supply chains.
