Adaptive IT Governance Models to Respond to Global Economic Uncertainty

Abstract

Global economic uncertainty triggered by geopolitical crises, pandemics, and digital disruption requires organizations to have adaptive information technology (IT) governance. This study aims to formulate an adaptive IT governance model through a literature review of 13 selected academic publications from last five years. The results show that adaptive governance includes dynamic capabilities, flexible organizational structures, data-driven decision-making, integration of technologies such as AI and cloud, and continuous evaluation. This model works in repetitive and reflective cycles of sensing, deciding, acting, and learning. These findings show that adaptive IT governance strengthens an organization's response to crises and increases digital resilience. However, the implementation of this model faces challenges such as organizational cultural resistance, limited resources, and the need for transformational leadership. This study provides a conceptual basis for organizations in designing resilient IT strategies amid global uncertainty.