Companies that stand out as digitally progressive aren’t necessarily technophiles or spendthrifts. In reality, technology accounts for only one (though important) part of the digital transformation equation. Every organization needs more than a 3D printer, a cloud solution, or a mobile device policy to truly transform—it needs to undergo an entire cultural shift. Digital Goals Vary Depending on Willingness to …
Digital Transformation is a Journey, Not a Destination
Some companies think they can update their websites and in-house applications, buy a few new devices, and then call it a day—but that’s not the way digital transformation works. Instead, think about digital transformation as a moving target that is constantly evolving, and needs steady evaluation and updating to remain viable as a strategy. Recognizing digital transformation as an evolutionary …
Wrapping Experiences Into the Business Digital Transformation Journey
When you hear “digital transformation,” what do you think of first? Many people believe a digital transformation is all about the customer, making it easier to connect and communicate with your buyers. Of course, consumer experience is essential, but it’s not the only consideration. A digital transformation is about employee experience, too—and balancing the two is the key to success. …
Are CIOs being too Conservative with Digital Transformation?
Digital transformation changes the nature of every aspect of business. The concept extends to every department in an enterprise, as well as into the marketplace. For CIOs, in particular, digital transformation represents a unique opportunity. Chief information officers, chief technology officers, and other technology managers must change with the winds of digital disruption or risk becoming obsolete. The Role of …
Digital Transformation Isn’t About Mobile – It’s About Mobility
This post is sponsored by Samsung Business. All thoughts and opinions are my own. The mobile craze has taken the world by storm. Businesses are optimizing their websites for mobile, and consumers are using their hand held gadgets to learn more about—and make purchases from—their new favorite brands. Entrepreneurs looking to cash in on this trend often turn to digital transformation …
Digital Transformation is Different for Every Business. Let Your Talent and Your Customers Guide You
Whenever a new technology is introduced, a new practice emerges, or research changes thought leadership, people often look at the information like it’s a blueprint. The veritable “Word of God.” The reality is that many emerging trends may not apply the same for one organization as they might for another. When it comes to digital transformation, the same principle is …
What Does a Disruptive CIO Look Like in the Age of Digital Transformation?
To say that the role of a CIO (chief information officer) has become more complicated and challenging today is an understatement, to say the least. Everything in our business space is changing at a mind-boggling speed. Organizations are embracing more agile and nimble business practices. The combined forces of cloud, mobile, big data, analytics, and IoT—as well as many other …
Digital Transformation Isn’t Just a Technology Thing, It’s a People Thing
We are living in a world where almost four out of every five companies are embarking upon a digital transformation. However there’s a big gap between what digital transformation really is and what most businesses think it is. Not surprising, few are able to make a successful transition. An MIT Sloan and Capgemini study data-backed what most companies are already …
Is Technology or Strategy the Biggest Driver of Digital Transformation?
Often when we talk about digital transformation, we are focused on technology. With technology changing so fast, it is easy to think that it alone is the biggest driver of digital transformation. As tech continues to thrive, so must companies. This used to be a common equation. However, a recent study by MIT Sloan and Deloitte discovered that it may …
