TALKING BUSINESS
In order to realise
the full potential of
digital transformation,
organisations first need
to identity and learn how
to overcome potential
roadblocks, explains
Peter Stutz, Portfolio
Manager: IT Infrastructure
at Jasco Enterprise.
T
echnology predictions foretell a future world where
virtual reality (VR), artificial intelligence (AI), robotics
and automation are the norm – in both our personal
and business lives. These technologies, among others, are
set to completely change the way we interact with each
other and the world around us, as well as how we behave.
Many organisations across the globe are already gearing
towards this future, embarking on digital transformation
journeys that will cater to the changing markets. South
African companies are no different. In order to compete in
a global market, South African businesses need to embrace
the idea of ‘disrupt, or be disrupted’, and begin to leverage
technology to enable digital transformation.
Peter Stutz, Portfolio Manager: IT Infrastructure,
Jasco Enterprise
This journey, however, does not come without its
challenges, which could hinder an organisation’s ability
to realise the full potential of transformation. Identifying
and overcoming potential roadblocks is critical to ensuring
digital transformation provides the maximum success and
business benefit.
Technology’s role in digital transformation
While technology significantly paves the way towards digital
transformation, many organisations also believe it to be the
biggest stumbling block. This is partly attributed to a fear of
the unknown, and reluctance to embrace new technologies.
This reluctance, coupled with a lack of understanding of how
best to use the technologies in their own organisations, is
preventing many companies from truly joining the digital
revolution. Having said that, the biggest roadblock is often
not the technology itself, but rather the mindset. A forward-
thinking inclination and ability to embrace change is required
to drive successful implementation.
New technology has traditionally been driven by the IT
department, which they would identify and implement,
providing a service and answering the needs of the business
and its customers. There is a strong focus on customer
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