While the Thai floods are getting a lot less attention that the recent tsunami in Japan, the damage to the tech supply chain is cleary far more severe in the current situation.

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Dilbert-style management is the natural response of someone who is put in the the impossible situation of having to show continuing efficiencies in the supply chain, while keeping the workers happy.

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Having provided that summary, I would like to review the nature of the conflict in Iraq, recall the situation before the surge, describe the current situation and explain the recommendations I have provided to my chain of command for the way ahead in Iraq.

CNN: Transcript of Iraq hearing statements

Carrefour, the French retail chain, is selling its stake in its Greek joint venture owing to fears about Greece's deteriorating economic situation.

BBC: Retailer Carrefour to sell stake in Greek joint venture