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JEL Classification:<\/strong> Q01; Q16; Q42<\/span><\/td>\nDOI<\/b>: https:\/\/doi.org\/10.31521\/modecon.V56(2026)-40<\/a><\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n

[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]Shang Jing, <\/b>PhD Candidate, Department of International Economics, Faculty of Management and Marketing, National Technical University of Ukraine \u201cIgor Sikorsky Kyiv Polytechnic Institute\u201d, Ukraine<\/span><\/p>\n

ORCID:<\/strong> 0009-0005-3339-2965<\/span><\/a>
\ne-mail: <\/strong>shangjinggege@gmail.com<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n

Assessing SME Resilience: Development of a Five-Dimensional Strategic Evaluation Model<\/b><\/p>\n

Abstract. Introduction<\/i><\/b>. Against a backdrop of heightened global economic uncertainty, frequent supply chain disruptions, and rapid digital technology iteration, the external operational risks faced by small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) continue to escalate. Strengthening resilience has therefore become essential for maintaining stable operations and long-term competitiveness in the digital economy.<\/span><\/i><\/p>\n

Purpose<\/i><\/b>. This study aims to develop a scientific, systematic, and operational model for assessing SME resilience. It focuses on identifying the core dimensions that shape enterprises\u2019 shock resistance, adaptability, and recovery capacity, while constructing a strategic evaluation framework suited to SME characteristics.<\/span><\/i><\/p>\n

Results<\/i><\/b>. Drawing on enterprise resilience theory, digital transformation logic, and SME operational features, the study identifies five key dimensions of resilience: financial robustness, operational adaptability, technological flexibility, customer stickiness, and market agility. Based on these dimensions, a stratified weighting framework is established for comprehensive resilience assessment. The findings indicate that SME resilience is not a singular capability, but a dynamic strategic capacity formed through the interaction of multiple factors. The embedding of digital tools improves risk identification, resource allocation, supply chain coordination, and market agility, thereby enhancing overall resilience.<\/span><\/i><\/p>\n

Conclusions<\/i><\/b>. The proposed five-dimensional model captures both the structural characteristics and vulnerabilities of SME resilience. It provides a quantitative basis for strategic diagnosis, resource optimisation, and managerial decision-making, and offers an analytical tool for exploring resilience enhancement pathways for SMEs in the context of the digital economy.\u00a0<\/span><\/i><\/p>\n

Keywords<\/i><\/b>: enterprise resilience; digital economy; resilience assessment; five-dimensional strategic evaluation model.<\/span><\/i><\/p>\n

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