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Question: Explain the ripple effect of a global crisis upon all parts of an organization. (Lessons learned from the pandemic; bring examples from your own communities).

Use a realistic Winter Storm Scenario. Each scenario/discussion will provide an update to the information and some topics for discussion. Please answer accordingly and for your (downtown located) organizational supply chain management activities and responses.

WINTER STORM DISCUSSION: SCENARIO

Saturday, 8 AM: Across the area, ice and snow are beginning to melt. Temperatures have remained in the 40s for the past several days. Utility crews from across the country are working around the clock to restore electricity to the area but there was so much damage. They estimate it could take an additional week or more to fully restore power. Many schools remain closed, and many streets are littered with debris. You are finally able to check on your facility and find serious water damage to your lower level from flooding due to frozen pipes. Your food storage area has flooded, as well as the area where your IT and communications hardware is housed.

Now that you know the extent of your own damage, consider the widespread damage possible in the community.

How long can a company operate without its primary facility? What are personal next steps? Do we have agreements or other options that will allow us to continue to operate? Can we shift operations to another facility? Are we able to help anyone else out with what we have left to create relief synergies?

What critical services do our employees rely upon to return to work? Are there any steps we can take now to minimize the impact of a future event like this? How can we prepare within the community to ensure better outcomes in future crises?