Strategic Foresight and Its Contribution to Improving Corporate Social Responsibility Practices: A Systematic Review
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strategic foresight, corporate social responsibility, sustainability, systematic review, organizational management, Latin AmericaAbstract
This study presents a systematic review of the scientific literature published between 2020 and 2025 on the relationship between strategic foresight and corporate social responsibility. Structured methodological procedures were applied in accordance with the PRISMA 2020 guidelines, including the search and analysis of articles in international academic databases. Out of a total of 180 records identified, 32 studies met the inclusion and quality criteria and were incorporated into the final synthesis. The analysis was conducted through a qualitative thematic synthesis, which made it possible to identify conceptual approaches and practical applications. The results show that strategic foresight contributes to strengthening corporate social responsibility by enhancing anticipatory capacity, fostering innovation, and aligning decision-making with sustainability objectives. It is concluded that integrating strategic foresight into organizational management promotes a culture of responsible, resilient, and future-oriented planning, consolidating its role as a key pillar in the sustainable transformation of organizations.
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