a Search this course Part 2: You Make the Decision: Understanding the Environmental Context of Managing It takes some time to find the right team in China, but you and Me Harris are confident that the group you have assembled have the right connections to help make Burger Time successful in China. The team is led by Chen Liang The Beijing team has no trouble obtaining the required licenses and permits required by the Chinese government and construction begins quickly. Unfortunately, logistics and distribution infrastructure becomes an issue when Chen suggests that Mr. Harris agree to import beef from Australia for burgers. Chen explains that there is limited Chinese beef cattle supply due to lack of government support and lack of farmers willing to invest in beef production because of the high costs and shortage of labor. "Australian beet is often imported here, and I have connections and supplier relationships already in place. I just need your approval, sir." Chen says Mr. Harris replies, want to import U.S. beef. It will help to maintain Burger Time's brand consistency if we do." Chen informs Mr. Harris that China has had a ban on U.S. beef since 2003 when madcow disease caused the Chinese government to cut any imports of U.S. beef. Importing the beef from the United States is not an option Mr. Harris remains firm. There has to be a way," he says. Chen reluctantly admits that there is a gray market for U.S. beef imported through Hong Kong and Vietnam. Eventually, the beef finds its way to the Chinese mainland. However, Chen warns that using this method could become problematic. Frustrated, Mr. Harris turns to you and asks, "What do you think? What do you tell Mr. Harris to do? Import U.S. beef through Hong Kong Import Australian beef