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Robust, Rapid, Resilient

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The resilience of any system can be measured by two dimensions: robustness, the extent of system function that is maintained, and rapidity, the time required to return to full system operations and productivity. In essence, pre-disaster mitigation fosters robustness, and post-disaster adaptation fosters rapidity.

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ARTICLES and PAPERS
Disaster Relief Supply Chains
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Supply chain risk in turbulent environments
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BOOKS and BOOK CHAPTERS
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REPORTS and WHITEPAPERS
Global Risk Reports
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from HERE and THERE
Supply Chain Risk Management Forum
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Sparse transportation networks and disruptions
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