> I do not see how what you are saying is in any way the correct approach for making decisions or managing risk.

What decisions or risk management can I reasonably take to mitigate the Bromine chokepoint? Or most of these deep pipeline logistics issues?

Try to plan purchase with more lead time, look for alternatives beyond the original sales market, accept alternatives with less than originally desired specs or accept more than desired price?

When are those not prudent anyway?

I can't make a bromide conversion plant, and my influence on governments is minimal.