  In an increasingly dynamic and modern market, the recurrence of unexpected
events necessitates proactive responses from information system (IS)
stakeholders. Each IS actor strives to legitimize its actions and communicate
its strategy. This study delves into the realm of IS legitimation, focusing on
the communication of two key stakeholders: IS consultancy companies and
international organizations, particularly in the context of unexpected events.
To achieve this objective, we examined a diverse array of publications released
by both actors. Employing a topic modeling methodology, we analyzed these
documents to extract valuable insights regarding their methods of legitimation.
Through this research, we aim to contribute to the legitimation discourse
literature by offering an exploration of two key IS stakeholders responding to
the challenges posed by unexpected events.
