Innovation, sustainability, and leadership in crisis: integrated strategies for organisational resilience

This systematic review examines how the adoption of emerging technologies, the implementation of sustainable practices, and transformational leadership interact to strengthen organizational resilience in contexts of high uncertainty. The objective was to identify integrated approaches that enable organizations to respond effectively to crises, in alignment with Sustainable Development Goal 9. The methodology followed the PRISMA 2020 guidelines, applying inclusion and exclusion criteria to peer-reviewed literature published between 2020 and 2025 from databases such as Scopus, Web of Science, and ScienceDirect. Fifty studies addressing the dimensions of leadership, sustainability, and digital innovation in complex organizational settings were selected. The results indicate that integrating agile methodologies with digital transformation processes enables rapid and creative responses, while sustainable strategies enhance operational continuity. Transformational leadership fosters cohesion and innovation within teams. It is concluded that a systemic approach that combines technology, sustainability, and leadership is essential to enhance organizational adaptability, reduce risks, and promote responsible management focused on balanced organizational development.