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Barriers to Digital Transformation in Manufacturing: Development of a Research Agenda

2019 | HICSS | Citations: 11
Authors: Vogelsang, Kristin; Liere-Netheler, Kirsten; Packmohr, Sven; Hoppe, Uwe

Abstract: Digital Transformation (DT) is expected to have a massive impact on different br ... Expand

Abstract: Digital Transformation (DT) is expected to have a massive impact on different branches and even societies. In the manufacturing industry, value creation processes change as information and communication technologies merge with production processes. The change may enable efficiency gains and new business models. However, many firms still struggle to drive their digital transformation forward. To understand the barriers which hinder or even stop DT is essential for the successful transformation. Our study aims at identifying the barriers on the basis of 46 expert interviews. These practical insights are further used to develop a research agenda. To determine the research gaps, we conduct a literature review on the topics mentioned by the interviewees. Thus, we contribute by first of all identifying major barriers which can support firms by reflecting their DT. Moreover, we give an outlook for researchers on possible future exploration. So, we bring together perspectives from research and practice. Collapse

Semantic filters: plastics industry

Topics: production management digital transformation industry 4.0 smart factory database system

Methods: qualitative interview literature study structured literature research personal interview
Website practices: A comparison between the top 1000 companies in the US and Taiwan
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2006 | International Journal of Information Management | Citations: 4
Authors: Liao, Chechen; To, Pui-Lai; Shih, Meng-Lin

Abstract: In the global Web environment, understanding the practices of Web adoption in va ... Expand

Abstract: In the global Web environment, understanding the practices of Web adoption in various countries is becoming increasingly important. This study compares the similarities and differences of Web sites across two different countries: the US and Taiwan. The similarities and differences in terms of Web adoption, Web comprehensiveness, and electronic commerce comprehensiveness are presented. The study also investigates whether revenue and industry types play crucial roles in determining the adoption and implementation of Web technology. Data was collected through thorough content analysis of Web sites in the top 1000 companies of the two countries. The results indicate that Web technology has become well integrated into almost all types of industries in the US. US companies are leading in the use of Web technology to conduct business. However, some Taiwanese companies are still at the premature stage of Web adoption: especially those companies in traditional industries or companies in the lower revenue category. Detailed ﬁndings are presented. Collapse

Semantic filters: plastics industry

Topics: website web technology web application marketing management advertising management

Methods: descriptive statistic qualitative content analysis parametric test ANOVA chi squared test
New Information Systems Leaders: A Changing Role in a Changing World

1992 | Management Information Systems Quarterly | Citations: 133
Authors: Applegate, Lydia; Elam, Joyce

Abstract: It is widely argued that the information systems (IS) leadership function has u ... Expand

Abstract: It is widely argued that the information systems (IS) leadership function has undergone fundamental changes over the past decade. To better understand the changes, this study compares the backgrounds, responsibilities, reporting relationships, and power of newly appointed IS executives (who had been in their position for two years or less) with established IS executives (who had been in their position for five years or more). The study found that approximately half of the new IS executives were external hires, whereas almost all of the established IS executives were promoted from within the company. More than two-thirds of the new IS executives had more than five years' experience managing a non-IS function within the past 15 years. Established IS executives had spent the majority of their career within the IS function. The activities receiving the most attention from new IS executives were information technology (IT) strategic planning and control, IT architecture management and stan-' Portions of this study were previously reported in: Applegate, L.M. and Elam, J.J. "CIO and SuperCIO." ClO, April 1991.dards development, and human resource management. For established IS executives, the activities receiving the most attention were IT architecture management and standards development, human resource management, and operations. An increasing number of new IS executives reported directly to the CEO, and almost half were members of the senior management/ strategic policy committee. These findings have several important implications. First, the senior IS executive must be able to bring a broad business perspective to the position. Current senior IS executives who have not broadened their own knowledge, skills, and experiences in business strategy, management, and operations should immediately develop a personal career development program to gain these valuable perspectives. Second, senior IS executives should implement career development strategies within their own organizations that ensure that IS professionals have the opportunity to acquire the business management experience necessary to advance to higher IS management levels. Third, graduate and executive programs designed to prepare future IS managers and leaders must provide both a business and IT perspective throughout the curriculum. Collapse

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Topics: IT manager IT leadership human resource management IT job enterprise architecture

Methods: survey qualitative interview personal interview

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Barriers to Digital Transformation in Manufacturing: Development of a Research Agenda

Website practices: A comparison between the top 1000 companies in the US and Taiwan

New Information Systems Leaders: A Changing Role in a Changing World