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When a hazardous material spill occurs, individuals, organizations, and physical resources must be coordinated to achieve an effective response. For example, the chemical manufacturer must often provide accurate and timely data about the chemical to prevent personal injury and property damage. Because information is critical for the effective application of human and physical resources, an information system must channel critical data and support decision-making processes.
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Stubler, W.F., Anderson, D.K.S. (1987). Information System Failures During Hazardous Material Spills. In: Wise, J.A., Debons, A. (eds) Information Systems: Failure Analysis. NATO ASI Series, vol 32. Springer, Berlin, Heidelberg. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-642-83091-4_13
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