Vulnerability in Industrial Precincts – The Coming Wave, by Jackie O’Dowd, explores the multifaceted concept of vulnerability within industrial precincts, with a focus on the Western Trade Coast in Western Australia. It delves into the interplay of tight-coupled systems, trade interdependencies, and external challenges such as climate, regulatory changes, and economic factors. Through a thorough examination of the Kwinana Industrial Area and its industrial symbiosis model, the paper illustrates the complexities of vulnerability, highlighting the role of digitisation and data visualisation in uncovering and mitigating risks. More than a risk, vulnerability is reframed as an opportunity for adaptation, resilience, and collaborative growth among industries.
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About the author
Jackie O’Dowd is the Founding Partner and CEO of Realising-Potential, based in Perth Western Australia. With a Master’s in Leadership and Management from Curtin University, she advises and consults across multiple sectors, including manufacturing, petroleum, government, health, mining, and civil construction. She assists executive and leadership teams to remediate complex projects, improve and optimise organisational insight and business architectures and provides expert opinion for organisations that have legal disputes to settle or questions to answer.
