Digital Transformation Domains

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What key advantage do digital giants like Amazon and Google have over industry incumbents?

  • They can scale easily and costlessly in the digital environment. (correct)
  • They have established traditional supply chains.
  • They rely heavily on vertical integration.
  • They focus exclusively on physical storefronts.

What does the term 'coopetition' refer to in the context of competition?

  • Collaborating with competitors to create added value for customers. (correct)
  • Competing with local businesses to dominate the market.
  • Establishing strict monopolies to eliminate competition.
  • Directly attacking other businesses through aggressive marketing.

How has digital technology affected transactional costs in industries such as financial services?

  • Transactional costs remain stable and unchanged.
  • Transactional costs have increased significantly.
  • Transactional costs are decreasing. (correct)
  • Transactional costs are only relevant to traditional businesses.

What major shift in competition is highlighted in the content?

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What is considered a new strategic asset in the context of the digital economy?

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What has changed in the loyalty of customers in the context of digital transformation?

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How has customer communication evolved in the digital age?

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Who is considered the key influencer in the marketing process within digital transformation?

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What does the shift to reciprocal value flows imply in digital transformation?

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What aspect of customer identity has changed in the digital era?

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Which statement best describes the economics in the context of digital transformation?

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What is a significant change regarding customer engagement as stated in the digital transformation context?

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How has the role of marketing changed in response to digital transformation?

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What is a main challenge companies face when reconsidering their data capabilities?

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How do digital technologies contribute to the innovation process?

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What characterizes the new value proposition in the digital landscape?

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What aspect of data usage does effective cybersecurity address?

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Which of the following describes a benefit of including customer feedback in the innovation process?

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What role does the D.Rogers framework play in understanding digital strategy?

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What is one of the key benefits of big data in operational areas like aircraft maintenance?

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What does the statement about 'learning curves' imply about companies today?

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What is a primary advantage of cloud computing mentioned in terms of data capabilities?

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How has the perception of data shifted in the digital era?

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What challenge do companies face regarding data in the digital age?

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Which statement reflects a common misconception about unstructured data?

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In what way can the strategic use of data innovate customer value?

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What was Lufthansa's major limitation before implementing big data systems?

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Which use case of big data for Lufthansa involves enhancing operational efficiency?

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What is a perceived value change regarding data in organizations?

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Flashcards

Digital Transformation Domains

Five key areas (customers, competition, data, innovation, value) that define the new rules of the digital game and shape how businesses respond to change.

Customer: Passive to Dynamic

Customers in the digital age are no longer passive recipients of information and products; they are active participants in the innovation process, influencing brand development and creating value.

Customer Loyalty in the Digital Age

Customer loyalty is less prevalent in the current digital age; customers are more connected and active in their purchasing process, leading to less traditional loyalty.

Brand Co-Creation

Companies don't solely define their brands; customers actively participate in shaping the brand experience through feedback and participation.

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Two-Way Communication

Interaction between companies and customers in the digital age is two-way, with customers playing a significant role in shaping the business's approach.

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Customer as Key Influencer

Customers are the primary drivers of innovation and brand perception in the digital age, not the company itself.

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Reciprocal Value Flow

The digital age fosters a reciprocal flow of value between businesses and customers, where customers contribute to value creation for the company.

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Competitive Advantage

A feature that allows a company to perform better than its competitors

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Digital Giants

Large technology companies that dominate the digital market. (e.g., Amazon, Facebook, Google)

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Incumbent Companies

Existing companies within an industry.

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Disruptive Innovation

Innovation that creates a new market and eventually disrupts an existing market.

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Scalability

The ability of a company or product to increase output easily.

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Transactional Costs

Costs associated with exchange or transactions.

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Vertical Integration

A strategy where a company controls multiple stages of production.

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Coopetition

Cooperation between competitors to create value.

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Shift from Products to Platforms

The evolution of competition from simply selling goods to offering an ecosystem.

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Data as a Strategic Asset

Using data to gain insight and a competitive edge.

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Big Data

Large volumes of data, often from various sources, analyzed to identify patterns and improve decision-making.

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Decision Support System (DSS)

A system designed to aid decision-making by providing relevant information and analysis.

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Data Silos

Separate, isolated data stores that hinder data integration and analysis.

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Data Integration

Combining data from various sources into a unified, usable format.

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Cybersecurity

Measures to protect digital systems and data from unauthorized access or threats.

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Innovation Process

Procedures for creating new ideas and applying them in the market.

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Digital Technologies

Innovative ways of using technology, like computers and internet communication tools to analyze data and connect with customers, enabling rapid experimentation and learning.

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Value Proposition

A clear explanation of the benefits offered by a product or service to a customer.

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D. Rogers Framework

A model used to analyze the factors that drive or slow down adoption of new ideas or innovations.

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Mobility Services

Services related to transportation, such as ride-sharing apps or self-driving cars.

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Data as a Strategic Asset

Data is now a crucial intangible resource rather than simply tool for operational optimization.

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Big Data

A large volume of structured, semi-structured, and unstructured data that requires specialized tools for analysis, often stored in multiple locations.

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Data Silos

Data stored in individual departments or systems without connections, hindering its use for comprehensive analysis.

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Unstructured Data

Data that does not adhere to a predefined format, such as social media posts or images.

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Personalization

Tailoring customer experiences based on data-driven insights.

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Predictive Maintenance

Using data to anticipate and prevent equipment failures.

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Data-driven Decision Making

Utilizing data analysis to support and inform business decisions.

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Lufthansa's Big Data Use

Using big data to personalize customer experiences, recover from flight disruptions, predict maintenance needs, and improve operations.

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Increased Data Storage

Improved storage capacity due to advancements in cloud computing; provides more space for data.

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Increased Processing Power

The availability of more powerful computing resources to process data.

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Faster Communication

Improvements in network speeds and data transfer capabilities.

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Study Notes

Five Domains of Digital Transformation

  • Five key domains for digital transformation are: Customers, Competition, Data, Innovation, and Value.
  • New rules of the game impact these domains.

Customers: From Passive to Dynamic Networks

  • Customers are less loyal and more active.
  • Customers can participate in the innovation process.
  • Brands are no longer solely defined by the company; customers co-create them.
  • Dell emphasizes direct customer input for improvement and innovation.

Reconsidering Strategic Assumptions About Customers

From To
Customers are mass market Customers are dynamic networks
Communications are broadcast to customers Communications are two-way
Firm is the key influencer Customers are the key influencer
Marketing to persuade purchase Marketing to inspire purchase, loyalty, advocacy
One-way value flows Reciprocal value flows
Economics of (firm) scale Economics of (customer) value

Competition

  • Different players use different strategies.
  • Old competitive advantages are disappearing.
  • Competition is changing.

Different Players With Different Strategies

  • Digital giants (Amazon, Facebook, Google)
  • Industry incumbents must adapt or risk failing.
  • Tech entrepreneurs constantly innovate and disrupt markets.

Old Sources of Competitive Advantage Are Largely Disappearing

  • Scale is easier and cheaper in the digital environment (platform scalability).
  • Transaction costs are decreasing (e.g., financial services).
  • Digital technology facilitates disintegration and specialization (new entrants).

Change in Competition

  • Companies partner with competitors to create value for customers (coopetition).
  • Example: Volkswagen, BMW, and Daimler consortium for mapping data.
  • Companies face competition from different sectors and business models.
  • Example: Amazon in retail, Uber in automotive.
  • Competition shifts from products to platforms.

New Capabilities Enabled by the Technology

  • New data capabilities.
  • Increased storage (cloud computing).
  • Increased processing power.
  • Faster communication.
  • Data as a strategic asset.
  • Data is widely used for operations, innovation, decision-making, and risk reduction.
  • Example: Stitch Fix (innovation) and Lufthansa (risk reduction).
  • New opportunities to transform business.
  • Quickly creating new value with digital technologies and innovation.

Reconsidering Strategic Assumptions About Data

From To
Data is expensive to generate in firm Data is continuously generated everywhere
Challenge of data is storing and managing it Challenge is turning data into valuable info
Firms make use only of structured data Unstructured data is more usable, valuable
Data is managed in operational silos Value data comes from connecting it across silos
Data is a tool for optimizing processes Data is a key asset for value creation

Speeding Up the Innovation Process

  • Digital technologies enable rapid testing and real-time experiments.
  • Greater ability to explore innovative ideas (e.g., Facebook).
  • Social media fosters innovation by involving both customers and employees.
  • Learning from failures is easier.

New Value Proposition

  • Value propositions adapt to changing market needs.
  • Digital technologies open innovative value proposition opportunities.
  • Example: Stitch Fix providing personal style to a mass market.

Ford Case Study

  • The case study analyzes triggers for Ford to invest in mobility services.
  • The analysis uses the D. Rogers framework.

Main Challenges Companies Face When Reconsidering Their Data Capabilities

  • Organizational challenges of data (changing business processes).
  • Finding people with the right technical skill levels.
  • Bridging data silos (unifying data).
  • Sharing data with partners.
  • Cybersecurity considerations, privacy, and consumer attitudes.

Takeaways

  • The D. Rogers framework is helpful for analyzing new opportunities and obstacles related to digital strategy.
  • Competitive companies understand new rules (change in competition and new customer expectations and behaviors), and adapt their strategies.
  • Digital technologies contribute to new strategies

Conclusion

  • The study outlines the domains of digital technology transformation.
  • Companies must adapt their strategies to survive and thrive in the digital age.

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