BUSINESS 1309-What was accomplished in advance and immediately

1 What was accomplished in advance and immediately following the earthquake to establish an

Emergency Operations Center? What were its shortfalls? From Module 5, who do you believe is

necessary to have within the EOC?

2. How did purchasing and procurement work during the crisis, and how could it have been

improved? Describe the advantages and disadvantages of product standardization and

specification during a crisis. Address the use of purchase orders and the type of compensation

arrangement you would recommend.

3. What was done to establish warehouses and ensure a proper flow of quality products? How could

it have been improved? Do you feel that forecasting methods could be beneficial during a crisis?

If so, which ones would you recommend?

4. What efforts were taken to control and establish needed transportation capabilities? What

challenges did they face? What steps would you take to improve the situation and establish the

appropriate transportation response?