EB-2 NIWBusiness and managementIndividualDecided September 2024Dismissed
Outcome: Dismissed
SEP132024_04B5203
Merit and national importanceNot metWell positionedNot reached / not discussedBalance favors a waiverNot reached / not discussed
Our summary
A supply chain and logistics operating manager sought a national interest waiver for a company supporting supply chain resilience. The AAO dismissed because the specific endeavor lacked national importance; while supply chain security is important, the petitioner did not show innovation or demonstrate that projected five to sixteen employees would create substantial economic effects.
Official PDF
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No criterion in the table was found met in this decision.
What was missing
- Merit and national importance · Proposed supply chain work does not show innovation or broad field impact; projections lack objective data support
Criteria
| Criterion | Reading | Why |
|---|---|---|
 Merit and national importance | Not met | Proposed supply chain work does not show innovation or broad field impact; projections lack objective data support |
 Well positioned | Not reached / not discussed | Not reached because first prong fails; reserved for potential remand consideration |
 Balance favors a waiver | Not reached / not discussed | Not reached because first prong fails; reserved for potential remand consideration |
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