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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. Companies may also consider sourcing its supplies from manufacturers located in countries with lowest risk of disasters. Less damages were recorded in Haiti and the Dominican Republic; however, a major bridge on the island was reportedly destroyed.

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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.

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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. states, obvious disruptions to supply chains and supply chain risk management were a given.