The survey and the new model of organizational resilience are the
first iteration, and more work is needed to develop a robust and inclusive
tool. In particular, the planning strategies indicator should be
strengthened, and the survey tool should be retested using a larger
random or random stratified sample using confirmatory factor
analysis. This will test whether the structure identified through the
new model is unique to the Auckland sample or is applicable to
organizations in general. New Zealand is also fortunate to have
a very adaptive and positive culture; however, other cultures are
more conservative, formal, and centralized. A cross-cultural study
should be conducted so that we can better understand any possible
cultural bias within the tool. In addition, an understanding of exactly
how the indicators identified work together to produce
resilience and whether some aremore influential than others would
greatly improve our understanding of the way resilience works.
This could be achieved through regression and structural equation
modeling.