The importance of planning and supply chain management in a crisis. The key is to be proactive and be ahead of the curve.
The management team has to keep it's finger on the pulse of the operations.
Supply Chain flexibility is key going forward. Organisations must balance costs and source of raw material; as near shore becomes more attractive than globalisation in a pandemic.
Staff safety and well being both in the factory and remotely are number one priorities
Companies must focus on their core capabilities and use that to pivot into other areas to ensure revenue protection.
Agriculture and manufacturing must get the respect and resources required to ensure food security.
Sectors must put aside selfishness and focus on the greater good.
Incentives must be directed towards manufacturing and agriculture as Tourism is especially vulnerable to internal and external shocks
AI may not be the solution that was being touted. Humans will always be needed.