Organisational vulnerability
Exploring the pathways
Bibliographic Data
| ID | 15306207 |
|---|---|
| Authors | Paul Chipangura (0000-0001-7805-7697, North-West University, corresponding author), Dewald Van Niekerk (0000-0002-4571-4205, North-West University), Fortune Mangara (0000-0002-8642-3295, North-West University), Annegrace Zembe (0000-0002-8963-3634, North-West University) |
| Year | 2024 |
| Volume | 33 |
| Issue | 6 |
| Pages | 16-29 |
| Publication date | 2024-06-06 |
| Open Access | Yes |
| Type | ARTICLE |
| Venue | Disaster Prevention and Management An International Journal (JOURNAL) |
| Journal identifiers | ISSN: 0965-3562 • E-ISSN: 1758-6100 |
| Publisher | Emerald Publishing Limited (PUBLISHER • GB) |
| DOI | 10.1108/dpm-03-2024-0065 |
| OpenAlex | W4399387077 |
| Language | EN |
| Citations received | 3 |
| References cited | 45 |
Purpose This study aimed to address the underexplored domain of organisational vulnerability, with a specific focus on understanding how vulnerability is understood in organisations and the underlying pathways leading to vulnerability. Design/methodology/approach This study utilised a narrative literature review methodology, using Google Scholar as the primary source, to analyse the concepts of organisational vulnerability in the context of disaster risk studies. The review focused on relevant documents published between the years 2000 and 2022. Findings The analysis highlights the multifaceted nature of organisational vulnerability, which arises from both inherent weaknesses within the organisation and external risks that expose it to potential hazards. The inherent weaknesses are rooted in internal vulnerability pathways such as organisational culture, managerial ignorance, human resources, and communication weaknesses that compromise the organisation’s resilience. The external dimension of vulnerability is found in cascading vulnerability pathways, e.g. critical infrastructure, supply chains, and customer relationships. Originality/value As the frequency and severity of disasters continue to increase, organisations of all sizes face heightened vulnerability to unforeseen disruptions and potential destruction. Acknowledging and comprehending organisational vulnerability is a crucial initial step towards enhancing risk management effectiveness, fostering resilience, and promoting sustainable success in an interconnected global environment and an evolving disaster landscape
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| Citations per year | 3 |
|---|---|
| Citation span | 2025 - 2026 (2) |
| Highly cited | No |