Make no mistake, disasters can, and frequently do, wreak havoc on communities and businesses. Directly after a natural disaster that outstrips a community’s ability to respond, various third-party organizations and companies must mobilize to supply products and services that meet the needs of those affected.

In the case of a disaster, organizations’ responses are supported by pre-positioned inventory that has been prepared for just such scenarios. These organizations need to work quickly to move water, food, health supplies, shelter supplies, and other necessities, and many use a number of tailored inventory strategies to achieve this.

How Businesses Can Respond to Disasters by Repositioning Inventory - All Things Supply Chain