articleJournal of Business ResearchNov 3, 2019HYBRID OA

Digital transformation: A multidisciplinary reflection and research agenda

University of Groningen · Northeastern University · +1 more institution

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Abstract

Digital transformation and resultant business model innovation have fundamentally altered consumers’ expectations and behaviors, putting immense pressure on traditional firms, and disrupting numerous markets. Drawing on extant literature, we identify three stages of digital transformation: digitization, digitalization, and digital transformation. We identify and delineate growth strategies for digital firms as well as the assets and capabilities required in order to successfully transform digitally. We posit that digital transformation requires specific organizational structures and bears consequences for the metrics used to calibrate performance. Finally, we provide a research agenda to stimulate and guide…

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Keywords
  • Digitization
  • Digital transformation
  • Transformation (genetics)
  • Extant taxon
  • Multidisciplinary approach
  • Knowledge management
  • Business
  • Computer science
UN Sustainable Development Goals
  • Industry, innovation and infrastructure
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