In this Supply Chain Byte, Lisa Anderson explains what defines smart warehousing today: optimizing pick velocity; leveraging automation, robotics and advanced technologies; and managing energy and electricity demands. These factors are critical to improving efficiency, controlling costs and supporting customer service as volumes grow.
Deep sea mining is gaining momentum, and it could reshape supply chains. In this Supply Chain Byte, Lisa Anderson explains recent developments in deep sea mining and why they create new opportunities for manufacturers.
In this episode of Supply Chain Chats, Lisa Anderson talks with international business attorney, John Tulac, about the current state of global energy and resources and the growing risks supply chain leaders must navigate.
Despite years of disruption and volatility, most organizations are still operating in a reactive mode—responding to issues rather than proactively shaping outcomes as recently highlighted in the Gulf war. In a recent episode of the Professionals of the Inland Empire podcast, Lisa Anderson discussed this gap and how to prepare for success.
A new wave of manufacturing is emerging - driven by advances in computing, artificial intelligence, and the need for speed and scale simultaneously. In this Supply Chain Byte, Lisa Anderson explains how Terafab is changing the complexion of computing and what it means for hyperscale manufacturing.
In this Supply Chain Byte, Lisa Anderson explains how manufacturers can leverage advancements in drone technology to respond more quickly and effectively to customer needs. From improving responsiveness to enabling new delivery and operational capabilities, drones are opening new possibilities across the supply chain.
In this Supply Chain Byte, Lisa Anderson explains why manufacturers must focus on building capabilities for regional supply chain independence. We discuss how the conflict in the Middle East is highlighting the critical importance of regional supply chains and strategies for success.
In this Supply Chain Byte, Lisa Anderson shares practical insights on how manufacturers should think about performance metrics to make critical operational and strategic decisions that drive supply chain success.
In this episode of Supply Chain Chats, Lisa Anderson talks with Eric P. Rose about the realities of bringing new products to market in today’s complex supply chain environment. Watch the full discussion to learn how organizations can develop innovative products that not only excite the market but can also be produced efficiently and profitably.
In this Supply Chain Byte, Lisa Anderson discusses what is happening across trucking, package shipping and ocean freight - and why understanding demand and supply dynamics within transportation is critical to maintaining profitability and success.
