IT Transformation

IT Transformation or Information Technology Transformation encompasses the investment strategies and tactics needed to leverage modern technologies by refreshing the old with the new. IT Transformation is more than mere optimization or modification of engineering components, but is rather a holistic revamp of the existing technology base used to support the company's mission-critical business. IT Transformation is not about changing things for the sake of change, but about better aligning the IT system to the needs of the business.

IT Transformation for an organization is driven by a combination of all of process transformation, technology transformation and data transformation. In order to create a successful IT transformation story, one should identify the problem areas aligned with the long term company strategy; map the existing processes along with the technologies; create the new process based on best practices (make sure the company strategy is in line); identify the gaps from the process, technology, and data angles; create roadmaps for the implementation; and then drive the execution. The final step for the successful completion of the IT transformation is the implementation of the organizational change management. This needs to be part of the overall execution of the IT transformation plan.

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IT Transformation Projects - CIO List of Considerations
Some items that should be on the CIOs list for IT transformation projects include:

• Reviewing the company's IT infrastructure and making necessary upgrades
• Updating the company's security protocols
• Developing a plan for BYOD (Bring Your Own Device)
• Implementing a cloud-based solution
• Automating business processes
• Enhancing the company's data analytics capabilities
• Training employees on new systems

Differences Between Digital Transformation & IT Transformation
Digital transformation and IT transformation are two terms that are often used interchangeably, but they actually have different meanings. Digital transformation is a continuous process that affects all areas of an organization, while IT transformation is the process of re-engineering the IT process.

• Digital transformation goes beyond just IT and includes changes to management and operations in order to take advantage of new technology. It's about using technology to change the way you do business - for example, increasing the use of automation tools within an organization or transitioning to a digital-only product distribution model.
• IT Transformation, on the other hand, refers specifically to changes within your IT department in order to improve efficiency and effectiveness. This could involve things like upgrading your hardware or software or moving to the cloud.

Although both digital transformation and IT transformation are important, they are not always interchangeable terms. Make sure you understand the differences between them before you start your journey towards digital maturity!

Further Reading

• What is IT Transformation, Really? CIO Insight
• Five tips to improve the success rates of IT transformation projects Deloitte
• The 10 Commandments of Large-Scale IT Transformation IT Busines Edge
• Inside Bank of America’s IT transformation Networkworld
• 13 ingredients for IT transformation success cio.com
• Managing IT transformation on a global scale: An interview with Shell CIO Alan Matula McKinsey
• How do CIOs think about IT transformation? cio.com