BDO’s report shows 61% of executives view resilience as their foremost strategic advantage amid geopolitical, economic, and technological disruption.
Highlights:
Resilience tops the agenda: 61% of global business leaders say resilience is now the most crucial characteristic for thriving in uncertainty. AP News+13BDO+13Wikipedia+13
Preparation gaps exposed: Although 73% agree that resilience requires readiness for multiple futures, 42% admit their organizations lack the skills and infrastructure to manage disruption. BDO
Innovation vs. protection: Nearly half of leaders (45%) say data security concerns are hindering AI investments, while 42% fear falling behind technology adoption. BDO
Summary:
According to BDO’s Techtonic States 2025: The New Business Edge report, resilience has emerged as the defining competitive advantage in today’s turbulent environment. Facing ongoing geopolitical uncertainty, economic shifts, and rapid technological change, leaders increasingly value adaptability over traditional stability.
The survey of 1,050 global executives reveals that while most recognize the need to prepare for multiple possible scenarios, many organizations still lack the necessary infrastructure, skills, and data governance to respond effectively. Worryingly, nearly half cite concerns over cyber risk as a barrier to AI adoption, and many fear they’re not keeping pace with innovation.
The report underscores that resilient organizations treat volatility as an opportunity to evolve — investing in agile technology, risk-aware culture, and flexible operating models. BDO stresses that resilience is not a safety net but a strategic advantage—one that modern businesses must cultivate proactively to lead through disruption.
