Businesses are built like pyramids: there are more employees working on the lower ranks, with all of them supporting the few big bosses at the top. Many major decisions, however, are made by those who govern, so that requests have to be taken through several divisions to be approved. From the bottom down, department after department hears requests for money, until finally, an approval is made and the person who needs the money receives it.
Although seemingly bureaucratic, such a system can save a company money, and can ensure that company money is spent only on things that the company needs. Emergencies, however, cannot be avoided. If a virus or malware suddenly enters the business computer network, all computers will be affected, and important documents may be lost if computers are not fixed immediately. Employees traveling on a business trip for the company may suddenly need paper at the last minute, to print out contracts. They may need to transfer to another country or state to catch up with a client at the last crucial moment. They may need to close a deal, buy equipment, or conduct business while away from the office.
With emergencies such as these, you may...