Does present collaboration influence future risk management in the supply chain?

Purpose Studies on risk and supply disruption addressing the effects of the COVID-19 pandemic have focused on understanding the impacts of this crisis and proposing alternatives for building efficient, resilient supply chains. This research advances this understanding by examining two surveys at different times to assess the effects of present collaboration in the supply chain on future risk management. Design/methodology/approach Two surveys were applied to professionals in top management positions working in different companies in Brazil. Then, the data were analysed to interpret the causal relationships of collaboration in risk management at different moments of time. Findings This study shows that existing supply chain collaboration has only a partial influence on future risk management actions. Previously practised collaborative precepts are perceived in the future. However, when faced with a new scenario of pressure and substantial risk, they tend to lose strength, and managers do not consider them to be relevant. Originality/value This study highlights that the mindset and behaviour of managers changed during the COVID-19 pandemic. Moreover, the findings indicate that many previously applied concepts have been lost, questioning the knowledge that has been disseminated in the literature.