Global Risk Management: The Role of Collective Cognition in Response to COVID-19

The book "Collective Cognition and the Response to Covid-19: A Comparative Analysis of Ten Nations" examines the response of ten nations to the Covid-19 pandemic during the first six months of 2020, using collective cognition as an analytic lens. It aims to provide insights for improving global risk management systems and addresses policy-makers, academic researchers, managers, and the general public.

Format: Hardback
Length: 312 pages
Publication date: 19 April 2022
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd

The emergence and rapid spread of COVID-19 at the beginning of 2020 presents a unique and unprecedented challenge and opportunity for decision-makers, managers, scholars, and citizens alike. This global pandemic requires a comprehensive understanding of the risks involved, effective mitigation strategies, and proactive preparation for future crises.

To address this challenge, this book brings together a diverse group of scholars from around the world, utilizing a global network of expertise. It conducts a comparative analysis of the response of ten nations to the COVID-19 pandemic, primarily within the framework of the World Health Organization. Through the lens of 'collective cognition,' the book explores the nation's response during the initial six months of the emerging pandemic (January to June 2020) and offers valuable insights for improving global risk management systems.

This book is designed to cater to four primary audiences:

Policy-makers and leaders in nations facing the urgent challenge of containing viruses while ensuring the well-being of their societies.
Academic researchers, students, and educators actively engaged in preparing the next generation of professionals dedicated to investigating emerging risks.
Managers of non-profit and private organizations responsible for operating and maintaining the critical networks of social, technical, and economic services that support communities.
The informed general public, eager to gain a deeper understanding of this extraordinary sequence of events and develop more informed and responsible approaches to managing the novel risk posed by COVID-19.

By examining the diverse responses of these nations, the book sheds light on the challenges and successes encountered during the early stages of the pandemic. It identifies key strategies, policies, and interventions that have contributed to effective containment and mitigation efforts. Additionally, it offers valuable lessons and recommendations for building resilient and responsive systems of global risk management.

This book is a valuable resource for policymakers, managers, scholars, and citizens seeking to navigate the complex terrain of the COVID-19 pandemic and prepare for future crises. It provides a comprehensive and interdisciplinary perspective, drawing on expertise from various fields and fostering a deeper understanding of the global response to this unprecedented challenge.

Dimension: 229 x 152 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781032181820