Resilience in Uncertain Times: Lessons from the Management Science Quarterly Archive

Abstract

In times of uncertainty, organizations face numerous challenges that test their ability to adapt and thrive. This study delves into the Management Science Quarterly archive to explore the concept of resilience and its practical implications for organizational management in volatile environments. Drawing on a comprehensive review of scholarly articles published in the journal, this research synthesizes key findings and identifies overarching themes related to resilience strategies, mechanisms, and outcomes. The analysis reveals that resilience is a multifaceted construct encompassing various dimensions such as organizational flexibility, resourcefulness, agility, and adaptive capacity. Scholars have explored diverse theoretical perspectives and empirical approaches to understand the dynamics of resilience and its drivers. From dynamic capabilities theory to complexity theory, and from case studies to quantitative models, researchers have contributed valuable insights into how organizations can effectively navigate turbulent environments.