Digital Transformation: How To Convince Executives and Leaders to Start the Journey
Selling digital transformation to executive teams is of great importance. Occasionally, digital transformations are initiated by the executive team itself as a top-down approach. However, more often than not, the need or desire for digital transformation is identified at lower levels of the organization and eventually presented to the executive team for approval.
The issue arises when many project teams and employees within organizations recognize the need for digital transformation but lack the knowledge on how to effectively convey the idea to their executives. They may struggle to communicate in a way that resonates with the executive team and highlights the most crucial points. Therefore, in this article, I will discuss the key strategies that we have observed to be most successful in selling the idea and demonstrating the value of digital transformation to executive teams
Uncovering the Biggest (and Most Underestimated) Cost of Digital Transformation
When undergoing digital transformations with our clients, they often struggle with a decision regarding how to optimize implementation time, cost, and risk. However, this focus on time, cost, and risk does not always consider the potential cost, risk, and time associated with disruption if the digital transformation goes poorly. To provide some context, our research indicates that between 52% and 54% of organizations experience significant operational disruptions when they go live with new technology.
Strategies for Successful ERP Software User Training and Adoption
Today, I aim to discuss what software training and adoption entail, how they should be approached, and the key considerations in defining your training and adoption strategy for digital transformation. Throughout this video, I will emphasize the importance of early planning when it comes to training. Defining your training strategy and understanding your training needs should commence during the planning phases of your project. This point is critical and will be reiterated throughout.
How to Migrate to the Cloud [Best Cloud Migration Strategies]
When considering the transition to cloud computing for your enterprise software deployments, it is crucial to understand the strengths, weaknesses, pros, cons, and risks associated with cloud migration. In this discussion, we will delve into these aspects.
Mastering Software Demos: Best Practices for Effective Software Evaluation and Selection
Software vendors are a critical aspect of the digital transformation evaluation process. However, many organizations lack knowledge on how to effectively facilitate the entire demo process and maximize its value. In this discussion, I will outline the key points you should be aware of as you embark on your software demo process.
From Hype to Disappointment: The Root Causes of Technology Failures in Digital Transformations
Technology is not typically the primary reason why digital transformations fail. However, it can be a contributing factor to their failure. It is essential to understand why technology fails and how it can lead to the failure of your digital transformation. This is the topic I aim to discuss today.
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Learning from the Mistakes That Cost CIOs and IT Leaders Their Jobs [Career Advice]
One of the key individuals we work with at our client organizations is the CIO, who may also be referred to as the IT Director, Vice President of IT, or Chief Technology Officer. In this discussion, I will primarily use the term CIO to represent the leader of the IT group or one of the core leaders within it. Today, I will address the common reasons why IT leaders often face termination, the mistakes they make, and the pitfalls they encounter during their transformation efforts or day-to-day responsibilities. Throughout this video, you will notice a recurring theme: ignorance can lead to failure. Many times, CIOs are unaware of certain aspects or have blind spots that contribute to their downfall and eventual termination. Therefore, the focus today is on identifying strategies to avoid these risks and pitfalls as a CIO.
How to Decide When to Go-Live with Your Digital Transformation [Making the Go/No-Go Decision]
In every digital transformation project we undertake, there is always a question regarding whether or not we should proceed with the go-live phase. Typically, towards the end of a project, there is a milestone called the “Go/No-Go decision.” This serves as the final checkpoint to ensure that everything is ready, or at the very least, that we are comfortable with the risk involved in going live. However, there are instances even earlier in a project where it becomes evident that something is amiss, and we are off track. In such cases, the predetermined go-live milestone in our plan may pose too much risk.
Top 10 Types of Business Software [ERP, Accounting, Supply Chain, CRM, Marketing Automation, etc.]
The beauty of growing a business today lies in the availability of numerous technologies and software that can aid in its expansion. However, it is important to understand the various types of technologies that are at your disposal. This is what I aim to discuss in this article.
During our clients’ digital transformation journeys, one of the initial questions we often receive is regarding the suitable technology options available in the market. They inquire about the different software types and which one is the best fit for their organization. Ultimately, they want to know which software will enable their business growth most effectively. Today, I would like to discuss the top 10 types of business software that you should consider and understand as part of your digital transformation journey.
Digital Strategy Dilemma: Choosing Between Software Build vs. Buy In Digital Transformation
When guiding clients through their digital strategies and transformation journeys, one of the initial questions that arises is whether to build or buy software. Before delving into the discussion, I would like to acknowledge that most individuals hold strong opinions on this matter, particularly those with extensive industry experience. For instance, those working for software vendors tend to lean towards the buy option, while individuals employed by custom development shops or developers themselves often favor the build option due to their areas of expertise. However, it is important to transcend these biases and objectively examine the two distinct paths available in the digital transformation journey.
Why Defining “Why” is Key to Digital Transformation and ERP Implementation Success
In the realm of digital transformation, I believe we can learn from our childhood curiosity. We should embrace the habit of asking questions, challenging the status quo, and questioning the current practices. For example, we should question why we are conducting projects in a certain way, why we rely on external vendors to dictate our project execution, or why we tend to mismanage project scopes. Today, I will discuss the importance of asking these “why” questions and identifying the areas that require such inquiries.