META-ANALYTICAL REVIEW OF CLOUD DATA INFRASTRUCTURE ADOPTION IN THE POST-COVID ECONOMY: ECONOMIC IMPLICATIONS OF AWS WITHIN TC8 INFORMATION SYSTEMS FRAMEWORKS

Abstract

This study presents a comprehensive meta-analytical review of cloud data infrastructure adoption in the post-COVID economy, focusing on the economic implications of Amazon Web Services (AWS) within IFIP TC8 information systems frameworks. The unprecedented disruptions caused by the COVID-19 pandemic accelerated organizational dependence on cloud infrastructures, transforming them from optional digital tools into foundational systems underpinning resilience, continuity, and competitiveness. Drawing on a systematic review process aligned with PRISMA guidelines, a total of 124 peer-reviewed articles and industry studies were examined, capturing diverse perspectives from information systems, management, and economics. The analysis highlights three interrelated dimensions of adoption: technological, organizational, and environmental determinants. Findings reveal that compatibility, complexity, and perceived advantages continue to guide adoption decisions, while governance maturity, leadership support, and regulatory pressures have become increasingly decisive in the post-pandemic context. Economic outcomes are equally significant, with evidence showing clear shifts from capital expenditure to operational expenditure, measurable productivity gains through faster deployment and improved decision-making, and broader competitive effects such as enhanced small and medium-sized enterprise participation in global markets. In parallel, governance frameworks such as the AWS shared responsibility model and alignment with international standards have emerged as central mechanisms shaping adoption outcomes. Architectural patterns—including data lakes, warehouses, and meshes—illustrate the socio-technical nature of cloud infrastructures, where technical choices embed governance structures, accountability, and economic trade-offs. Synthesizing these insights through TC8 theoretical anchors demonstrates that AWS adoption operates as both a technological strategy and an economic institution, reshaping organizational practices and contributing to structural transformations in the digital economy. By systematically consolidating findings from 124 studies with more than 7,000 cumulative citations, this review provides a rigorous evidence base for understanding cloud infrastructure adoption and its economic significance in the post-COVID global environment.