Intelligent CIO Europe Issue 28 | Page 45

//////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////// those driving the project forward understand the vision of transformation. Ultimately, to become an organisation that’s digital through and through, any transformation strategy must recognise that incorporating technology into culture is needed for prolonged success. To this end, employees must become comfortable using technology to improve customer experience and business operations. If organisations fail to support employees throughout changes both to their everyday role and complete organisational overhauls, it’ll be harder for Digital Transformation to deliver value to the business. Consultation is the key to success There’s no doubt that any Digital Transformation project is a complex journey. It’s not straightforward and shouldn’t be treated as such. As Digital Transformation www.intelligentcio.com FEATURE: DIGITAL TRANSFORMATION FOR THE BEST OVERALL OUTCOMES, ORGANISATIONS SHOULD LOOK TO ESTABLISH COLLABORATIVE CONSULTATION THAT ALIGNS CLOSELY TO THEIR INDIVIDUAL BUSINESS OBJECTIVES. can mean so many things and organisations approach it from different standpoints, with widely varying expectations, there’s no one-size-fits-all approach. This is what makes consultation so vital, as it considers the impact of changes at the transactional and transformational level. For the best overall outcomes, organisations should look to establish collaborative consultation that aligns closely to their individual business objectives. This will ensure that Digital Transformation runs through the heart of the business, touching both internal and external operations. In the end, this allows businesses to meet the growing demands of both their consumers and their employees, preparing organisations for the future. n INTELLIGENTCIO 45