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The path to becoming a digital company is difficult and the challenges are multifold. It means ensuring customers remain connected even with the drastic changes that may be needed and overcoming resistance to new business models. Becoming digital does not simply mean implementing new technology; it also requires developing new leadership skills combined with connectivity among a company’s people, proc­esses, and data. Cultural changes may also be a challenge if the digital transformation must cut across silos in the organization. This Advisor’s case study examines the implementation of a digital change in a US community bank meant to retain its loyal customer base and to put in place newer ways of monetization.
November 15, 2018 | Authored By: Jagdish Bhandarkar, Namratha Rao
Success can be achieved by groups of highly talented individuals — heroics in action — but only in certain situations for limited periods of time. This is not repeatable or sustainable. Striving for the goal of sustainable improvement requires a more structured approach supported by technology. This can enable teams of “mere mortals” to perform and feel like superstars.
August 2, 2017 | Authored By: Mike Gammage
When there is a clear understanding of the purpose and costs of IT services -- and how those services directly support the business -- IT becomes a critical member of the business team. With this in mind, let's dive into the results of Cutter's ninth annual IT budget survey.
December 18, 2014 | Authored By: Dennis Adams
This issue of CBR was very interesting and a lot of fun to write. The topic, mashups, is cutting edge and receiving substantial attention -- at least in its most visible substantiation of consumer mashups -- and it is one of the engines of the Web 2.0 trend.
February 29, 2008 | Authored By: Gabriele Piccoli