Driving international performance in stormy times: the role of strategic agility and international vision
摘要
Recent global events have focused attention on significant challenges across social, economic, political, and environmental dimensions. Health and war crises have sparked extensive discussions within the business community on how to deal with the uncertainty and volatility. In response, companies are increasingly emphasizing the need for strategic agility to adapt quickly to dynamic market conditions, particularly crucial in competitive international markets. Effective adaptation requires organizational structures that integrate diverse perspectives to interpret global trends and respond proactively. Embracing an international perspective enables companies to align their strategies with the varied needs of global markets. International New Ventures (INVs) exemplify this by leveraging their agility to innovate continuously and sustain competitiveness amidst disruptions. This study examines how strategic agility and international vision contribute to a firm´s international performance. Using structural equation modeling on 289 Portuguese INVs, we explore their impact on international business model adaptation and international performance. Our findings enrich the theoretical understanding of organizational dynamics and offer practical insights for optimizing strategies in dynamic global environments.