EBK BUSINESS DRIVEN TECHNOLOGY
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Author: BALTZAN
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Chapter 12, Problem 5AYK
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Strategy that is recommended for the business to continue its working:
The strike that is made by the parcel delivery companies will greatly impact the business process. It is recommended to find an alternative way to process the supply chain issue that is an alternate method is required for delivering the raw materials and finished goods.
The below are the steps that can be followed to manage the situation:
- Changing the mode of delivery or route of delivery.
- The companies that are not in the strike can be used to deliver the goods on time.
- Different modes of delivery that can in the form of air or by water can be chosen to deliver the goods...
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