A Review of Research on Enterprise Digital Transformation

MORIGEN

doi:10.54097/6982f871

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MORIGEN

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.54097/6982f871

Keywords:

Digital economy, Digital technology, Digital transformation of enterprises, Influencing factors, Literature research

Abstract

As digital transformation becomes an inevitable choice for the survival and development of enterprises, rather than an option, this paper systematically combs and analyzes relevant research. The article discusses the concept, type classification, implementation path, influencing factors, and risk challenges of enterprise digital transformation. Specifically, digital transformation is defined from three perspectives: technology application, organizational change, and value creation, and its types are refined according to the transformation links and goals; four main paths are proposed: data empowerment, platformization, service-oriented and peer effect; in-depth analysis of the factors affecting the digital transformation of enterprises in the external environment, internal enterprises and individual levels; and reveals the possible risks and challenges such as security and privacy threats, excessive monitoring and work conflicts, dehumanization and de-skilling. Overall, through a comprehensive and systematic analysis, this paper deepens the understanding of enterprise digital transformation and provides important theoretical support and practical guidance for enterprises to implement digital transformation strategies, optimize management practices, and improve transformation results.

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