Reframing Governance in a Transforming World: Advancing Accountability, Sustainability, and Strategic Resilience

Abstract

The evolving complexity of global economic systems, coupled with rapid technological advancement and heightened societal expectations, has redefined the scope and significance of governance in contemporary organisations. This editorial paper introduces the Journal of Business Governance (JBG) as a scholarly platform dedicated to advancing rigorous, interdisciplinary research on corporate governance, institutional accountability, and sustainable organisational performance. It highlights the transition from traditional, compliance-oriented governance models to more dynamic, stakeholder-driven frameworks that integrate environmental, social, and governance (ESG) considerations, digital oversight, and ethical leadership. Emphasising both developed and emerging market contexts, the paper underscores the importance of comparative perspectives, methodological rigour, and policy relevance in governance research. It further explores critical themes such as board effectiveness, regulatory systems, innovation governance, public–private interfaces, and anti-corruption mechanisms, while advocating for inclusive and globally representative scholarship. By positioning governance as a central driver of long-term value creation and societal well-being, this editorial sets the intellectual direction for JBG and calls for impactful research that contributes to resilient, transparent, and sustainable institutional systems worldwide.

Received: 2026-04-15 | Revised: 2026-04-21 | Accepted: 2026-05-06 | Published: 2026-05-06

Funding: N/A.

Data Availability Statement: N/A.

Conflicts of Interest: The authors declare no conflict of interest.