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Hurricane Harvey & Irma's Threat on the Product Economy

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In the Bahamas, meanwhile, the extent of damage remains unavailable. Price spikes haven’t been seen yet because companies are still burning through existing inventory. Companies may also consider sourcing its supplies from manufacturers located in countries with lowest risk of disasters. However, airports have reportedly closed.

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Supply Chain Risk Management: Could You Face a Category 4 Supply Chain Disaster?

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by Joe Cannata With Hurricane Matthew, the most powerful storm to threaten the Atlantic Coast in over 10 years that has already brought severe damage to Haiti, the Bahamas and several Southeastern U.S. This involved in some cases, diverting some inventory bound for other regions. Up to date inventory status.

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If You Can’t Stand the Fire, then Tame It: Chef José Andrés and Supply Chain Management

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A Source of Inspiration In the constant chaos that is supply chains these days, it’s often difficult to find good news. One consistent source of inspiration over the last few years has been the humanitarian work being done by José Andrés. Every single event is a one-off. Things are bad. They’ve been bad.