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What is a key implication for centralization and decentralization in the context of digital transformation?
What is a key implication for centralization and decentralization in the context of digital transformation?
- Decentralization is necessary when considering internal coordination needs.
- Centralization is favored primarily in turbulent settings.
- Centralization addresses challenges from new digital entrants. (correct)
- Decentralization is becoming increasingly advantageous in the digital era.
How can managers organize their firms for digital transformation based on the text?
How can managers organize their firms for digital transformation based on the text?
- By leveraging insights to consider both internal and external conditions favoring centralization measures. (correct)
- By prioritizing acceleration tasks over coordination tasks.
- By solely focusing on external conditions for centralization measures.
- By avoiding change management and training in the process.
What should managers reflect on when driving digital transformations, according to the text?
What should managers reflect on when driving digital transformations, according to the text?
- Implementing change management and training to address acceleration and coordination tasks. (correct)
- Avoiding any restructuring efforts.
- Not considering supporting measures when driving digital transformations.
- Ignoring coordination tasks over time.
When making Chief Digital Officer (CDO) appointments, what should firms consider according to the text?
When making Chief Digital Officer (CDO) appointments, what should firms consider according to the text?
What does this study add to the debate about decentralized versus centralized responsibilities in the context of digital transformation?
What does this study add to the debate about decentralized versus centralized responsibilities in the context of digital transformation?