Adaptive Strategy in Volatile Markets: A Meta-Analytical Review of Post-Pandemic Business Models

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  • Dr Sachin Rai Author

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.24113/75f6wp44

Keywords:

Strategic Agility, Dynamic Capabilities, Organizational Resilience, Post-Pandemic Strategy, Volatile Markets, Digital Transformation, Meta-Analysis, Sectoral Adaptation. Strategic Planning, Crisis Management, Retail Strategy, Healthcare Strategy, Technology Sector, Adaptive Business Models, Risk Mitigation

Abstract

The COVID-19 pandemic catalyzed a seismic shift in global business environments, exposing vulnerabilities in traditional strategic models and accelerating the need for adaptive frameworks. This paper presents a meta-analytical review of strategic responses adopted by firms across sectors—retail, healthcare, and technology—in the post-pandemic era. Drawing from 35 peer-reviewed studies published between 2020 and 2025, the analysis identifies three dominant themes: strategic agility, digital transformation, and organizational resilience. The findings underscore the importance of decentralized decision-making, investment in scalable technologies, and proactive risk management. The paper concludes with actionable recommendations for firms navigating volatility and outlines future research directions in strategic management.

Author Biography

  • Dr Sachin Rai

    Associate Professor

    Pt. Jawahar Lal Nehru Institute of Business Management

    Director

    Centre for Indic Studies

    Vikram University

    Ujjain, Madhya Pradesh, India

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Published

28-11-2025

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Adaptive Strategy in Volatile Markets: A Meta-Analytical Review of Post-Pandemic Business Models. (2025). Frontiers in Social Sciences Research, 1(2), 10-15. https://doi.org/10.24113/75f6wp44