Unpacking Organizational Resilience in SMEs in Sri Lanka

This research discusses the determinants of Organizational resilience in Small and Medium-sized Enterprises (SMEs) in Sri Lanka. The aim of this research is to identify which internal and external factors contribute critically towards SME resilience under turbulent situations. A quantitative research design that is based upon the positivist paradigm was used. A stratified sample of SMEs registered under the Industrial Development Board as well as the Ceylon Chamber of Commerce were used in data collection using structured questionnaire. the Present study used SPSS data analysis for correlation and regression analyses to study relationships between Organisational resilience and six predictor variables. leadership agility, Organisational culture and knowledge management, strategic resources and financial stability, technology and digital adoption, supply chain and environmental adaptability, and human capital and workforce agility. Key findings showed that out of the six dimensions evaluated, only technology and digital adoption and, supply chain & environmental adaptability proved to be statistically significant predictors for Organisational resilience. The implications of this research further emphasize the need for Sri Lankan SMEs to make investments into digital infrastructure and develop adjustable, flexible supply chains. Preserving support programs that can increase digital readiness and environmental adaptability among the SMEs should be given priority by the policymakers. The findings indicate the contextualised understanding of resilience, which is applicable both to academic research and practical interventions in the developing economy.