Optimizing Resources Management in Crises: Strategies, Challenges, Benefits and Conceptual Framework Development

Optimizing Resources Management (RM) during crisis is the principal for ensuring the continuity of essential health services and mitigating adverse impacts on public health. This literature review study explores strategies, challenges, and benefits and develops a conceptual framework for RM in crises. Efficient strategies for RM optimization include strategic planning, preparedness efforts, allocation and prioritization of resources, leveraging technology and data analytics, and interdisciplinary collaboration. However, the influence of challenges such as supply chain disruptions, staffing constraints, and logistical issues persist. The study employs a qualitative design consisting of two phases: a literature review to explore existing knowledge on RM in crises and the development of a conceptual framework integrating relevant theories and models. Thematic analysis is utilized to identify the main themes and patterns in the literature, followed by a robust evaluation of strengths and weaknesses. The proposed conceptual framework comprises key components: resources identification and prioritization, acquisition and allocation, risk assessment and contingency planning, collaboration and coordination, and monitoring and adaptation. Overall, this study contributes to the existing literature and RM field by providing a comprehensive overview of RM in crises and offering practical recommendations for organizations to navigate resources challenges effectively. Future research should focus on evaluating emerging trends and technologies for stronger enhancement of RM strategies in highly demanding environments. Furthermore, policymakers in healthcare and researchers should collaborate to strengthen RM capabilities, improve the strategies’ outcomes, and conduct a validating study of the developed RM framework.