Consider Impact on Others

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Assess how the change will affect all stakeholders (employees, customers, suppliers, distributors). Engage these groups in early discussions to gather feedback and build buy-in. Early-day feedback will help optimize the process, avoid waste, and ensure a smooth transition.
Upskill Existing and Hire New Talent.

There will be skill gaps with digital transformation, and timely assessment of buy sales lead capabilities and training programs will help bridge the gap, reduce change-induced staff anxiety, and maximize the potential of new technology. Konecranes, a lifting equipment manufacturer, upskilled the workforce on agile methodologies and digital tools and recruited data scientists and software developers to drive innovation.
Adopt the Agile Approach.

Agile fits well with digital transformation as it facilitates continuous improvement, rapid prototyping, and iterative development. Contrary to what more conservative market players may be used to, Agile promotes a feedback loop where teams react quickly to change, implement it, seek feedback, and improve further. This accelerates innovation and adoption of new trends and technologies and helps meet market expectations.