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In today’s fast-paced world, ERP and supply chain technologies aren’t just optional—they’re essential for long-term growth and success. Ignoring them is like choosing a horse and buggy while competitors speed ahead in a Ford. 💡 Why invest in ERP? ✔ Maximize efficiency 🔄 ✔ Enhance customer satisfaction 🤝 ✔ Stay competitive for decades 📈 According to Deloitte Insights, manufacturers spend 2.14% of revenue on IT, but companies prioritizing modern ERP systems invest 5-7% of revenue to ensure success. How does your budget compare? At LMA, we help businesses leverage ERP and supply chain solutions to streamline operations, boost profits, and secure a competitive edge. Ready to take the leap? Let’s talk! #ERP #SupplyChainTechnology #BusinessGrowth #LMAConsulting #Efficiency #FutureReady

Introducing Supply Chain Power Supply chains aren’t just operational—they’re strategic. And when aligned correctly, they can be your biggest growth driver. That’s why we created Supply Chain Power: a high-impact executive immersion that helps manufacturers and distributors take control of performance, planning and profitability. 🔹 Tailored assessments 🔹 Interactive working sessions 🔹 Actionable executive playbook 🎥 Watch as Lisa Anderson shares how the program works and why it matters now more than ever. 📩 Want the brochure? Reach out directly or visit https://lnkd.in/gNKBcCSW. #SupplyChainPower #ManufacturingLeadership #SIOP #ERPAlignment #ExecutiveStrategy

Manufacturing is more than production—it's the engine behind a thriving economy. In our latest Supply Chain Byte, Lisa Anderson explores how manufacturing drives growth, innovation and supply chain strength. From reshoring to tech adoption, smart companies are leaning into manufacturing as a strategic advantage. Watch this short byte and see why investing in manufacturing isn’t just smart—it’s essential. #ManufacturingMatters #EconomicGrowth #SupplyChainByte #LMAConsulting

Manufacturing is more than production—it's the engine behind a thriving economy. In our latest Supply Chain Byte, Lisa Anderson explores how manufacturing drives growth, innovation and supply chain strength. From reshoring to tech adoption, smart companies are leaning into manufacturing as a strategic advantage. Watch this short byte and see why investing in manufacturing isn’t just smart—it’s essential. #ManufacturingMatters #EconomicGrowth #SupplyChainByte #LMAConsulting

One of the biggest pain points for executives? Unreliable delivery dates. Customers demand accurate lead times, while businesses need to know their capacity limits before overcommitting. The solution? A structured capacity planning & labor scheduling process. With booming demand from AI-driven data center expansion, an Industrial Power Equipment manufacturer struggled with capacity constraints and ERP system inefficiencies. Orders piled up, key decisions were delayed and executives lacked visibility into production limits. Key Actions & Outcomes: ✅ Order backlog management – Clarified sequencing, availability, and customer priorities ✅ Capacity product groupings – Standardized similar items to streamline scheduling ✅ ERP optimization – Integrated SAP Business One for real-time capacity insights ✅ Automated capacity model – Developed a scalable system to predict availability ✅ SIOP integration – Tied capacity planning into Sales & Operations for strategic decision-making In just two months, the company gained a directionally correct capacity model, enabling proactive scheduling, improved revenue forecasting and on-time delivery. Customers got answers faster, and the business hit record revenue. Scaling capacity is essential for sustainable growth. Companies that plan ahead—balancing bottlenecks, strategic priorities and profitability—create their future rather than reacting to it. Want to optimize your capacity planning? Let’s talk! https://ow.ly/pNHX50Vwtz1 #Manufacturing #SupplyChain #CapacityPlanning #ERP #BusinessGrowth

With rising executive interest, the urgency to revamp supply chains has never been greater. Geopolitical conflicts, looming tariffs and cyberattacks have underscored the need for resilience. On top of this, businesses face financial pressures, regulatory demands and the push for innovation. A high-tech drone company sought revenue growth while minimizing financial risk in its engineer-to-order (ETO) product line. By implementing SIOP (Sales Inventory Operations Planning), they transformed their supply chain, integrating sales forecasting, procurement and operations without overcommitting resources. Key Actions & Results: ✅ Conducted a SIOP workshop to align leadership ✅ Developed a pilot program for a stable product group ✅ Integrated ERP, quoting and financial systems ✅ Shifted from reactive to forward-thinking strategies ✅ Enabled Kanban-style replenishments, reducing inventory & boosting margins The takeaway? SIOP is not a quick fix but a strategic approach that aligns demand with supply, reduces risk and fuels business growth. Ready to transform your supply chain? https://ow.ly/6sHc50Vwtrk #SupplyChain #SIOP #BusinessTransformation #RevenueGrowth

Emerging Trends in Equipment & Tech from ProMat ProMat spotlighted the future of manufacturing—and Lisa Anderson is breaking it down. In this Supply Chain Byte, she highlights three major trends in equipment and technology and explains how manufacturers can prepare now to stay competitive and agile. 🎥 Watch now! #Manufacturing #SupplyChain #TechnologyTrends #ProMat #Innovation #BusinessStrategy

With tariffs rising, retailers and shippers are frontloading goods at record levels to get ahead of increasing costs. U.S. ports are experiencing a double-digit import surge, with volumes expected to remain high through May, according to the National Retail Federation and Hackett Associates. 📦 Why the rush? 🔹A 20% tariff hike on Chinese goods is driving retailers to stock up. 🔹Uncertainty around Canada & Mexico tariffs keeps supply chains on edge. 🔹A proposed $1.5M docking fee for China-built ships could further disrupt shipping costs. While larger ports are managing the influx, smaller ports could suffer if shippers consolidate shipments to minimize costs. Looking ahead, import volumes may dip by June/July, partly due to last year’s supply chain disruptions. How is your business navigating these changes? #SupplyChain #Tariffs #Frontloading #GlobalTrade #Logistics #PortCongestion #RetailShipping

📦 The Future of E-Commerce & Logistics is Now – Are You Ready? LMA Consulting is proud to support the 2025 Southern California E-Commerce & Logistics Summit, hosted by IEEP on April 17 at the Sheraton Fairplex Convention Center in Pomona, CA. This annual summit brings together industry leaders, innovators, and logistics professionals to address the challenges and opportunities reshaping global supply chains. From port congestion and labor dynamics to automation and fulfillment trends, this event is a must-attend for anyone navigating today’s fast-moving logistics environment. 🔍 Gain insights. 🤝 Connect with peers. 🚀 Stay ahead of disruption. 📅 April 17, 2025 | 8 AM – 2 PM 📍 Sheraton Fairplex Convention Center | Pomona, CA 🎟️ Learn more & register: https://lnkd.in/gn92Ywu6 #SupplyChain #ECommerceLogistics #IEEP #LMAConsulting #LogisticsSummit2025 #SupplyChainStrategy #SoCalLogistics

At LMA Consulting, we help clients achieve growth while optimizing service levels (OTIF, OTD, fill rates), improving efficiency, and driving inventory performance—the foundation of a high-performing supply chain. During the pandemic, supply chains were tested like never before, with demand surges and extreme volatility making service levels a top priority. Today, companies must continue refining OTIF, OTD and fill rates to stay competitive in an ever-changing market. With expert strategies and innovative solutions, LMA empowers organizations to build resilient, efficient and future-ready supply chains. #SupplyChainExcellence #OperationalEfficiency #GrowthStrategy #SupplyChainOptimization