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BBC: Why firms are bringing their manufacturing back home

Lisa Anderson, a supply chain expert and president of California-based LMA Consulting Group, says that the Chips Act "has spurred on certainly quite a bit of investment" in the US electric car sector. And Mexico is also booming through 'friend shoring'. ### Why firms are bringing their manufacturing back home [...]

2024-03-14T16:46:14-07:00March 14, 2024|Categories: In The News, Manufacturing, Media, Reshoring/ Nearshoring, Supply Chain Management, Supply Chain Optimization|Tags: , , , , , |
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Why Manufacturing Matters & Will Thrive in the Next Decade

Manufacturing promotes safety and security and mitigates risk. Controlling your supply chain and mitigating geopolitical risk can become paramount overnight as geopolitical events occur, natural disasters emerge, and supply chain challenges arise (strikes, disruptions, shortages).
2024-03-28T17:43:04-07:00February 24, 2024|Categories: Global Trade, Geopolitics, & Import/ Export, Manufacturing, Reshoring/ Nearshoring, Supply Chain Briefing, Supply Chain Trade & Logistics|Tags: , , , , , , , , , , , |
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This is how companies deal with the Red Sea crisis

This is how companies deal with the Red Sea crisis: planes, storage, and closest suppliers.
2024-03-28T17:44:38-07:00February 8, 2024|Categories: Global Trade, Geopolitics, & Import/ Export, In The News, Media, Supply Chain Trade & Logistics, Transportation & Goods Movement|Tags: , , , , , , , |
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The Economy, Outlook & Strategies for Success

In the last month, we've participated in at least six economic forecast presentations or discussions with experts (economic, banking, investment, manufacturing). Although they each had nuances, common themes emerged. Adding our expertise into the mix, we see volatility on the horizon. 
2024-02-08T20:42:32-08:00February 7, 2024|Categories: Business & the Economy, Supply Chain Briefing|Tags: , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , |
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Lisa Anderson, Manufacturing & Supply Chain Expert Addresses Increased Supply Chain Volatility Amidst Red Sea Tensions and Global Disruptions

The recent turmoil in the Red Sea, triggered by Houthi drone and missile attacks, has significantly amplified risks in global shipping, particularly affecting the Suez Canal and Red Sea routes.
2024-03-27T13:35:37-07:00January 25, 2024|Categories: Global Trade, Geopolitics, & Import/ Export, Media, Press Releases, Supply Chain Trade & Logistics|Tags: , , , , , , , , , |
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Houthi attacks on ships escalate: Experts look to COVID supply chain lessons

Supply chain disruptions are nothing new for the shipping industry. The COVID-19 pandemic presented an unprecedented challenge for the industry. Lisa Anderson comments on the disruptions arising from the current Houthi attacks in the Red Sea and the implications.
2024-03-28T17:45:15-07:00January 24, 2024|Categories: Global Trade, Geopolitics, & Import/ Export, In The News, In the News Highlights, Media, Supply Chain Trade & Logistics, Transportation & Goods Movement|Tags: , , , , , , , , |
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Why Planning Is Impacted As Disruptions Abound

Disruptions have not stopped. China has been flying balloons over Taiwan. North Korea is threatening South Korea. Russia continues its war with Ukraine. Israel is at war with Hamas [...]
2024-03-28T17:46:28-07:00January 23, 2024|Categories: Supply Chain Briefing, Supply Chain Management|Tags: , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , |
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Supply Chain Volatility, Risk & Capacity Remain Critical Priorities as Highlighted by Mexico Train & Red Sea Delays

The best consulting clients are razor focused on supply chain volatility, risk and capacity. The recent events in the Red Sea highlight these critical priorities.
2024-03-29T23:16:39-07:00December 28, 2023|Categories: Global Trade, Geopolitics, & Import/ Export, Supply Chain Briefing, Supply Chain Trade & Logistics, Transportation & Goods Movement|Tags: , , , , , , , , , , , |
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Supply Chain Optimization Remains a Priority as the Panama Canal Worsens

40% of the goods movement from Northeast Asia to the U.S. East Coast go through the Panama Canal, and so the Panama Canal issues are driving shortages, late deliveries, and re-routing of goods.
2024-03-29T23:18:19-07:00December 20, 2023|Categories: Global Trade, Geopolitics, & Import/ Export, Manufacturing, Reshoring/ Nearshoring, Supply Chain Management, Supply Chain Optimization, Supply Chain Trade & Logistics|Tags: , , , , , , , , , |
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Lisa Anderson, Manufacturing & Supply Chain Expert Emphasizes Urgent Need for Supply Chain Optimization Amidst Ongoing Global Disruptions

Lisa Anderson emphasizes the critical necessity of prioritizing supply chain optimization as global disruptions continue. Key issues, such as the worsening conditions at the Panama Canal, have been highlighted as significant contributors to the ongoing supply chain crisis.
2024-03-27T13:48:39-07:00December 20, 2023|Categories: Manufacturing, Press Releases, Reshoring/ Nearshoring, Supply Chain Management, Supply Chain Optimization|Tags: , , , , , , , , , |
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