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Unveiling the Dynamics of Organizational Characteristics in Disaster Management: Insights from Kuwait

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  • Raed Al-Husain

    (Department of Information Systems and Operations Management, College of Business Administration, Kuwait University, Al-Shadadiya 13060, Kuwait)

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This study investigates the influence of specific organizational characteristics—type, location, sector, and size—on perceived disaster management competence within the unique context of Kuwait. A cross-sectional survey was conducted online and distributed via various social media platforms, resulting in the participation of 438 individuals from diverse institutions and job positions. These participants offered their perceptions of their respective organizations’ operational and supply chain practices in disaster management. This study encompasses the key phases of the disaster management cycle: mitigation; preparedness; response; and recovery. Inferential analysis, employing chi-square and One-way Analysis of Variance (ANOVA) tests, was used to explore the relationship between these organizational characteristics and perceived operational and supply chain competence in disaster management. The findings reveal significant correlations between organizational characteristics and disaster management practices, yielding valuable insights. Notably, organization type, location, and sector significantly impacted preparedness, response, and recovery, while no significant relationships were found for mitigation. These findings contribute to the existing body of knowledge and offer practical guidance for policymakers and organizational leaders in developing disaster management strategies that account for the unique attributes of their organizations. This study emphasizes the importance of tailored disaster management strategies in Kuwait’s distinct context to enhance overall effectiveness and resilience, as perceived by organizations in Kuwait and potentially similar contexts.

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  • Raed Al-Husain, 2023. "Unveiling the Dynamics of Organizational Characteristics in Disaster Management: Insights from Kuwait," Sustainability, MDPI, vol. 15(17), pages 1-32, August.
    • Handle: RePEc:gam:jsusta:v:15:y:2023:i:17:p:12860-:d:1225144
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