Identifying and Prioritizing Human Resources Risks through the Combination of SWARA and Gray ARAS

Background & Purpose: Human resources risks and uncertainties can have detrimental outcomes such as declines in individual and organizational performance. This study identified and prioritized human resources risk in a capital and financial management company. Methodology: The dimensions of human resources risks were first extracted from a literature review and a content analysis. The fuzzy Delphi technique was used for analyzing and screening these dimensions. The SWARA method was then employed to evaluate and weight the screened criteria. After that, the gray ARAS method was used to evaluate and rank the identified types of human resources risks. Findings: Regarding the risk dimensions, the most effective criteria were arrangement of employees, finance, and productivity. Risks of succession planning and employee identification, employee service compensation, and employee retention were ranked first, second, and third, respectively, among human resources risks. Conclusion: Effective prediction and management of human resources risks can prevent the loss of employees and improve individual and organizational performance. Paying attention to the priorities of these risks can improve the effectiveness of these actions.