..., reminding those who might have prevented them of actions that they might have taken that would have saved the day. More interesting to me, though, is the utter impunity of those in authority after disasters. Almost never do we hear of a manager or political leader who is called to account for failure...

... for continued existence before any growth objectives can be pursued. Crisis‐prone companies, especially, need greater preparedness for dealing with disasters. Effective crisis management requires a systematic and disciplined approach based on vigilance, managerial sensitivity, and a good understanding...