Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems have long been the backbone of manufacturing and supply chain operations. But today's ERP landscape is evolving rapidly as artificial intelligence, cloud technologies and specialized software solutions reshape how companies manage their businesses.

In this episode of Supply Chain Chats, Lisa Anderson talks with David Ogilvie, Founder of Ogilvie, about what organizations should be thinking about when evaluating modern ERP systems.

Rather than viewing ERP as a single software purchase, companies should be developing a technology strategy that supports their business objectives today while remaining flexible enough to adapt to tomorrow's opportunities.

What we cover:

🔹 The evolution of ERP systems and how today's platforms differ from traditional implementations.

🔹 The impact of AI. How artificial intelligence is changing ERP capabilities, improving decision-making and automating business processes.

🔹 Best-of-breed add-ons. Why many organizations are expanding their ERP capabilities through specialized applications instead of relying on one system to do everything.

🔹 Integration over replacement. How connected technologies often provide greater value than replacing an entire ERP platform.

🔹 Choosing the right solution. Why every manufacturer has unique operational requirements and should avoid assuming one ERP system fits every business.

🔹 The value of experienced guidance. How working with an independent ERP expert can help organizations identify the technology that best supports their operations, growth plans and long-term strategy.

Technology continues to evolve, but successful ERP implementations begin with understanding the business first. The right technology should enable better decision-making, greater efficiency and scalable growth - not create additional complexity.

🎥 Watch the full conversation to learn how manufacturers can build a smarter digital foundation with today's modern ERP systems.

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LMA Consulting Group works with manufacturers and distributors on strategy and end-to-end supply chain transformation to maximize the customer experience and enable profitable, scalable, dramatic business growth.

Lisa Anderson is the founder and president of LMA Consulting Group, Inc., specializing in manufacturing strategy and end-to-end supply chain transformation. Known as The Strongest Link in Your Supply Chain, Lisa works with companies to bridge the gap between supply chain strategy and execution to dramatically improve service levels, accelerate cash flow and maximize profits. She partners to improve supply chain and operational efficiencies through the implementation of process improvement programs such as Sales, Inventory and Operations Planning (S&OP/SIOP) and in selecting, leveraging and implementing ERP Systems.

Ms. Anderson is a recognized Supply Chain thought leader by SelectHub, named a Top 40 B2B Tech Influencer by arketi group, a Top 50 ERP Influencer by Washington-Frank, one of the most influential in Supply Chain by SAP and a woman leader in Supply Chain by RateLinx. She was recently interviewed on Fox News, has published special reports with a supply chain focus: Thriving in 2022: Learning from Supply Chain Chaos – Insights from 22 Trusted Advisors and the eBook, Future-Proofing Manufacturing & the Supply Chain Post COVID-19, as well as her primer, I’ve Been Thinking, strategies for creating bold customer promises and profits.

A contributor of topics including a superior customer experience with SIOP, advancing innovation, and making the supply chain resilient, Ms. Anderson is regularly interviewed and quoted by publications such as Industry Week, Bloomberg, and The Wall Street Journal.

For information, sign up for her Profit Through People® Newsletter or for a copy of her book, visit ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠LMA-ConsultingGroup.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠.

#ERP #Manufacturing #SupplyChain #DigitalTransformation #ArtificialIntelligence #BusinessSystems #TechnologyStrategy

Global supply chains continue to evolve as geopolitical events, trade agreements, and regional manufacturing strategies reshape where companies produce, source and invest.

In this episode of Supply Chain Chats, Lisa Anderson talks with Patrick Daly, Founder and Managing Director of Alba Consulting, to gain a European perspective on today's rapidly changing supply chain landscape.

Based in Dublin and working with clients throughout Europe and the United States, Patrick shares his insights into how European manufacturers are responding to shifting trade policies, geopolitical uncertainty and changing supply chain priorities.

What we cover:

🔹 The latest U.S.–E.U. trade agreement and what it means for manufacturers doing business across the Atlantic.

🔹 The impact of the Russia-Ukraine war and the conflict in Iran on Europe's energy availability, manufacturing costs and supply chain resilience.

🔹 Reshoring, nearshoring…and "rightshoring." Patrick explains why many companies are moving beyond simply bringing production home and instead locating manufacturing where it makes the most strategic sense - balancing cost, risk, customer proximity and operational flexibility.

🔹 Regional manufacturing strategies. Why countries such as Bulgaria are becoming attractive manufacturing locations as companies seek lower costs while remaining closer to European markets.

🔹 Ireland's unique position. With its strong business relationships with the United States, highly skilled workforce and leadership in pharmaceutical manufacturing and other advanced industries, Ireland continues to be well-positioned for future investment and growth.

🔹 Preparing for what's next. Why resilient supply chains require companies to continuously evaluate geopolitical risk, regional capabilities and evolving customer expectations.

As supply chains become increasingly regional while remaining globally connected, understanding multiple perspectives has never been more important.

🎥 Watch the full conversation to learn how European manufacturers are adapting and what supply chain leaders around the world can learn from their approach.

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LMA Consulting Group works with manufacturers and distributors on strategy and end-to-end supply chain transformation to maximize the customer experience and enable profitable, scalable, dramatic business growth.

Lisa Anderson is the founder and president of LMA Consulting Group, Inc., specializing in manufacturing strategy and end-to-end supply chain transformation. Known as The Strongest Link in Your Supply Chain, Lisa works with companies to bridge the gap between supply chain strategy and execution to dramatically improve service levels, accelerate cash flow and maximize profits. She partners to improve supply chain and operational efficiencies through the implementation of process improvement programs such as Sales, Inventory and Operations Planning (S&OP/SIOP) and in selecting, leveraging and implementing ERP Systems.

Ms. Anderson is a recognized Supply Chain thought leader by SelectHub, named a Top 40 B2B Tech Influencer by arketi group, a Top 50 ERP Influencer by Washington-Frank, one of the most influential in Supply Chain by SAP and a woman leader in Supply Chain by RateLinx. She was recently interviewed on Fox News, has published special reports with a supply chain focus: Thriving in 2022: Learning from Supply Chain Chaos – Insights from 22 Trusted Advisors and the eBook, Future-Proofing Manufacturing & the Supply Chain Post COVID-19, as well as her primer, I’ve Been Thinking, strategies for creating bold customer promises and profits.

For information, sign up for her Profit Through People® Newsletter or for a copy of her book, visit ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠LMA-ConsultingGroup.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠.

#SupplyChain #Manufacturing #Europe #GlobalTrade #Rightshoring #Reshoring #Nearshoring #SupplyChainStrategy

Energy and natural resources have always been essential to supply chains - but today, they have become a significant source of risk.

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.

With escalating geopolitical tensions - including the war in Iran - critical supply routes, energy availability and key resources are under increasing pressure. These disruptions are not isolated; they ripple across global supply chains, impacting costs, lead times, production capabilities and overall business stability.

Lisa and John discuss:

🔹 How geopolitical conflict is influencing global energy markets
🔹 The role of critical chokepoints and trade routes in supply continuity
🔹 The cascading impact on raw materials, manufacturing and logistics
🔹 Why energy and resource risk must be integrated into supply chain strategy
🔹 What leaders should be doing now to prepare for ongoing volatility

As supply chains become more complex and interconnected, energy and resources are no longer just operational inputs - they are strategic considerations that directly affect resilience, profitability and long-term growth.

🎥 Watch the full conversation to understand how energy, resources, and geopolitical risk are reshaping supply chain strategy - and what organizations must do to stay ahead.

#SupplyChain #Energy #RiskManagement #Manufacturing #GlobalTrade #SupplyChainStrategy

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LMA Consulting Group works with manufacturers and distributors on strategy and end-to-end supply chain transformation to maximize the customer experience and enable profitable, scalable, dramatic business growth.

Lisa Anderson is the founder and president of LMA Consulting Group, Inc., specializing in manufacturing strategy and end-to-end supply chain transformation. Known as The Strongest Link in Your Supply Chain, Lisa works with companies to bridge the gap between supply chain strategy and execution to dramatically improve service levels, accelerate cash flow and maximize profits. She partners to improve supply chain and operational efficiencies through the implementation of process improvement programs such as Sales, Inventory and Operations Planning (S&OP/SIOP) and in selecting, leveraging and implementing ERP Systems.

Ms. Anderson is a recognized Supply Chain thought leader by SelectHub, named a Top 40 B2B Tech Influencer by arketi group, a Top 50 ERP Influencer by Washington-Frank, one of the most influential in Supply Chain by SAP and a woman leader in Supply Chain by RateLinx. She was recently interviewed on Fox News, has published special reports with a supply chain focus: Thriving in 2022: Learning from Supply Chain Chaos – Insights from 22 Trusted Advisors and the eBook, Future-Proofing Manufacturing & the Supply Chain Post COVID-19, as well as her primer, I’ve Been Thinking, strategies for creating bold customer promises and profits.

A contributor of topics including a superior customer experience with SIOP, advancing innovation, and making the supply chain resilient, Ms. Anderson is regularly interviewed and quoted by publications such as Industry Week, Bloomberg, and The Wall Street Journal.

For information, sign up for her Profit Through People® Newsletter or for a copy of her book, visit ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠LMA-ConsultingGroup.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠.

#SupplyChainChats #Leadership #TalentStrategy #MidMarket #Recruiting #Integress #LisaAnderson #LMAConsulting