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From Crisis to Opportunity: Digital Transformation, Digital Business Models, and Organizational Resilience in the Post-Pandemic Era

Year: 2025

Type: article

Abstract: This study investigates how digital transformation, digital culture, innovation capabilities, and organizational resilience influence organizational performance in the post-pandemic era. Grounded in Resilience Theory, the Dynamic Capabilities Framework, and Organizational Learning, this research analyzes how digital capabilities—such as innovation, digitalization, telework, and investment strategies—influence organizational performance. Data were collected through a structured online survey with 320 valid responses from decision-makers across various sectors. Using descriptive statistics, Pearson correlations, and multiple linear regression analysis, the results reveal that innovation, organizational resilience, and investment strategies are significant predictors of performance, together explaining over 52% of its variance. Interestingly, while digitalization correlates strongly with innovation and strategic adaptation, its direct effect on performance was not statistically significant in the regression model. These findings underscore the importance of an integrated approach to digital transformation and resilience-building strategies for navigating crises and fostering long-term performance. The study contributes to the literature on digitalization, crisis response, and strategic management, offering practical insights for managers and policymakers committed to strengthening organizational adaptability in the post-pandemic era.

Source: Administrative Sciences

DOI: 10.3390/admsci15060193

Authors: António Cardoso, Jorge Figueiredo, Isabel Oliveira, Margarida Pocinho