Past, Present, and Future Barriers to Digital Transformation in Small Business Enterprises in Manufacturing Sector: A State - of - Art Review
Abstract: This article delves into the dynamic landscape of digital transformation in the manufacturing sector, particularly in the context of complex adaptive systems and the imperative posed by the COVID - 19 pandemic. It highlights the multifaceted nature of digital transformation, encompassing changes in business models, innovation strategies, and digital maturity, while emphasizing the pivotal role of mindset and culture within organizations. The pandemic underscored the significance of digital maturity in crisis management and offers valuable lessons for the future. The article also explores the potential of Strategic Doing, an agile leadership approach, to address the critical barrier of mindset change in digital transformation. It concludes by emphasizing that digital transformation is an ongoing journey, requiring continuous adaptation and alignment of human aspects with technological advancements, thus shaping the future of manufacturing and beyond.
Keywords: Digital Transformation, Manufacturing, Complex Adaptive System, Organizational Culture, COVID - 19 Pandemic
How to Cite?: Ajay Sisarwal, "Past, Present, and Future Barriers to Digital Transformation in Small Business Enterprises in Manufacturing Sector: A State - of - Art Review", Volume 12 Issue 10, October 2023, International Journal of Science and Research (IJSR), Pages: 1570-1578, https://www.ijsr.net/getabstract.php?paperid=SR231021035635, DOI: https://dx.doi.org/10.21275/SR231021035635