Digital culture for lean & agile organization

Abstract

Digital culture in an organization is the relationship between employees and the use of technology. Embracing digital has now become a mandate for any organization to be successful and it is imperative especially for lean organizations to develop a digital & data mindset to remain competitive in the marketplace. Digital tools help organizations save time and money while improving communication, driving productivity, recruiting top talent, giving employees the ability to work from anywhere, providing information that can influence business decisions, and more. The paper identifies four major components that can help make digital transformation a success in lean & agile Organizations. A top down approach, strategy over technology mindset, a culture that encourages innovation, risk taking and optimizing operational processes are the most important elements that can drive digital transformation. Additionally, upskilling employees & encouraging them to take ownership of their growth lies at the core of making a digital culture sustainable. A case study of initiatives by several companies toward digital transformation has been discussed to design the best possible strategy that can drive digital culture in lean & agile organizations. Executive support, removing the concept of silos, breaking the stereotype around failure & risk aversion are a few of the factors that have been identified.