Differences in logistics and operating strategy

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Case Halloran Metals,

(1) What are the differences in logistics/operating strategy and structure between Halloran and Allied? What impact do those differences have on the kind of businesses they are and the way they operate?

(2) What are the strengths and weakness implicit in Allied's operating stance? in Halloran's? A priori, how would you expect an economic downturn to affect the two firms? an upturn?

(3) What should Jim Rochleau recommend to the president?

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