Chapter 5: Strategic Planning and SWOT Analysis 93 Step 3 involves the development of a SWOT matrix for each business alternative under consideration. For example, say a hospital is evaluating the development of an am-bulatory surgery center (ASC). They are looking at two options; the first is a wholly owned
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Originating with the Deepwater Horizon oil rig explosion, the Deepwater Horizon Oil Spill Disaster began. April 20, 2010 and released approximately 4.9. million barrels as it ran until June 13, 2010. The. effects of these events will be felt for years to. come.