Walden University Unit 6 Cause of the Deepwater Horizon Disaster Discussion

Which model of decision making is represented in this case?

To what extent did decision making biases impact the decisions made in this case? Identify the specific biases that were present. Is BP’s and Transocean’s approach more characteristic of the rational, normative, or garbage can models of decision making? Discussion your rationale.

How could evidence-based decision making been used to help avoid this disaster?

What do you think are the key causes of the disaster?

What are the key takeaways from this case? Explain.