This book offers a unique perspective on Sweden's COVID-19 response in its publicly funded welfare sector which stood out as exemplary on the global stage. It is an insightful analysis, sparking wider debates on adapting to unforeseen challenges in public welfare.

Barbara Czarniawska was Professor Emerita in Management and Organization Studies at the Gothenburg Research Institute, University of Gothenburg.

Josef Pallas is Professor of Organization and Management at Uppsala University.

Elena Raviola is Torsten and Wanja Söderberg Professor of Design Management and Director of the Business and Design Lab at the University of Gothenburg.