Experts worry that auto suppliers will be devastated by Chrysler’s bankruptcy and the shutdown of its plants.

Source: CNNMoney.com

Date: 5/01/2009

Keys: Economics, supply chain, operations management, marketing, labor relations

Link: http://money.cnn.com/2009/05/01/news/companies/chrysler_aftershocks/index.htm?postversion=2009050116

Questions for discussion:

• The article explains the chain reaction resulting from Chrysler’s closing plants and reducing production. What would you do now if you were a parts supplier to the auto industry?
• An auto worker at Chrysler?
• An owner of a Chrysler franchise dealership?