[CM] Crisis Lifecycle Vs CM Planning Methodology

Written by Moh Heng Goh | Jul 21, 2024 6:59:35 AM

Crisis Lifecycle vs Crisis Management Planning Methodology: A Comparison

Often, people ask me this question when embarking on their crisis management journey: What is the difference between a crisis lifecycle and a crisis management planning methodology?

While both concepts are crucial for crisis preparedness, they serve distinct purposes.

The reply is that it lies in their scope and purpose. This is a simple comparison of the differences.

	Crisis Management
Feature	Crisis Lifecycle	Crisis Management Planning Methodology
Focus	Describes the natural stages a crisis typically goes through	Provides a structured approach to prepare for and respond to crises
Purpose	Helps understand the evolution of a crisis and its impact	Guides the development of a crisis management program and response strategy
Actionable	Limited direct action focuses on understanding the crisis flow	Provides a roadmap for taking concrete steps in preparation and response.
Example	A natural disaster might unfold pre-crisis, during-crisis (event and recovery stages) and post-crisis	A methodology helps develop an implementation plan for different stakeholders during a crisis
Analogy	Think of it as the natural history of a disease. It describes the different phases of the illness, helping doctors understand its progression.	This is like a treatment plan for the disease. It outlines the steps to take for diagnosis, treatment, and recovery

Stages

Summing Up ...

Key Takeaways is that the crisis lifecycle helps you understand the overall flow of a crisis.
The crisis management planning methodology equips you with tools to prepare for and respond to a crisis at each stage of its lifecycle.

By understanding both concepts, organizations can:

Anticipate potential crisis scenarios based on the lifecycle stages.
Develop a crisis management plan that addresses each stage effectively.
Conduct crisis exercises that simulate different stages of the lifecycle.
Continuously improve their crisis preparedness throughout the lifecycle.

Resource

Goh, M. H. (2016). A Manager’s Guide to Implement Your Crisis Management Plan. Business Continuity Management Specialist Series (1st ed., p. 192). Singapore: GMH Pte Ltd.

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