{"id":15390,"date":"2021-06-10T11:40:19","date_gmt":"2021-06-10T09:40:19","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/stage-fp.webenv.pl\/blog\/?p=15390"},"modified":"2022-03-01T08:30:48","modified_gmt":"2022-03-01T07:30:48","slug":"how-to-start-the-digital-transformation-of-your-business","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.future-processing.com\/blog\/how-to-start-the-digital-transformation-of-your-business\/","title":{"rendered":"How to start the digital transformation of your business?"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Oftentimes, it requires modifying your style of leadership, shifting your business model, and discovering new streams of revenue. And since every case and every transformation is different, <strong>there\u2019s no one solution that will suit everyone<\/strong>. However, there\u2019s a universal set of tips that you can follow to start off your digital journey the right way.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>First and foremost \u2013 before you can figure out how to begin the digital transformation process, you should know <strong>what digital transformation really means for your organisation,<\/strong> and why you want to proceed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><br>What does digital transformation mean for your business?<\/h2>\n\n\n    <div class=\"o-icon-box__wrapper\">\n        <div class=\"o-icon-box o-icon-box--big o-icon-box--italics m-cool-gray-light\">\n            <div class=\"o-icon-box__text f-headline-extra-big\">\n                Digital transformation is not a goal. It\u2019s the continuous process of incorporating new technologies into all areas of your business. It also involves rethinking the way your company operates and adjusting to the current market requirements.            <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>This process should be structured on two tracks: technology and culture.<\/strong> The reason behind this is simple: any legacy modernisation or the adaptation of a new digital solution should go hand in hand with your employees\u2019 understanding and internalisation of a new, digital style of working. <br><br>It doesn\u2019t have to be revolutionary; quite the opposite. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.future-processing.com\/software-services\/digital-transformation\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Incremental modernisation<\/a> and the gradual creation of a digital-first culture within your organisation will give people time to learn and adapt, step by step.<br><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><br>Why should the digital transformation become a no. 1 priority for your company?<br><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><br>There are 5 main reasons why:<br><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>Digital transformation is no longer just a buzzword<\/strong><br><br>It\u2019s a real process that will help you stay competitive in today\u2019s market \u2013 especially within a rapidly changing business environment<strong>. <\/strong>For example, the COVID-19 pandemic forced many organisations to digitise their business models, go remote or move services from on-site to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.future-processing.com\/software-services\/cloud-services\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">cloud computing<\/a> \u2013 in order to survive and\/or develop.<br><br><\/li><li><strong>Digital transformation is something that both your customers and your employees need<\/strong><br><br>Your clients demand increasingly higher quality products and services, while your employees want to work in a modern workplace that can offer them tools to make their work easier and more efficient.<br><br><\/li><li><strong>It enables better operational efficiency and agility<\/strong><br><br>Your organisation needs innovative solutions that will help you achieve satisfactory levels of productivity and adaptability in constantly changing conditions.<br><br><\/li><li><strong>It allows you to make faster, more accurate decisions<\/strong> <br><br>On every level of management and from anywhere you want. <br><br>If your digital transformation strategy includes transforming into a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.future-processing.com\/software-services\/data-science-engineering\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">data-driven organisation<\/a>, then business intelligence solutions and gathering information in order to turn them into actionable insights will be a massive help to you during the decision-making process. And <a href=\"https:\/\/www.future-processing.com\/blog\/cloud-planning-and-migration-in-simple-steps\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">moving to the cloud<\/a> will allow you to access your data from all over the world, without any VPNs.<br><br><\/li><li><strong>Digitisation is crucial in terms of security<\/strong><br><br>Legacy modernisation will help you take better care of both your customers\u2019 data as well as your own. You should also have a solid security policy and an established set of procedures in place. And if you decide to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.future-processing.com\/blog\/how-to-choose-a-digital-transformation-company\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">start cooperation with an IT partner<\/a>, they should also have an ISO 27001 certificate.<br><br><\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n<div class=\"b-button\">\n            <a\n            class=\"o-button o-button--primary o-button--s o-button--icon-right o-button--arrow\"\n            href=\"https:\/\/www.future-processing.com\/software-services\/digital-transformation\/\"\n        >\n            Check our digital transformation services\n            <svg class='o-icon o-icon--16 o-icon--arrow '>\n            <use xlink:href='#icon-16_arrow'><\/use>\n          <\/svg>\n                            <svg class='o-icon o-icon--24 o-icon--arrow '>\n            <use xlink:href='#icon-24_arrow'><\/use>\n          <\/svg>                    <\/a>\n    <\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><br>How to start your digital transformation journey?<br><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><br>We\u2019ve divided this process into 5 smaller chunks:<br><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>Current state assessment<\/strong><br><br>Create an overview of the processes and operations that your company runs. You need to see the full picture of what\u2019s going on within your organisation.<br><br>Identify blockages and obstacles that are slowing you down and define areas that have to be digitised.<br><br><\/li><li><strong>Digital vision<\/strong><br><br>Set your business goals. This will help you<a href=\"https:\/\/www.future-processing.com\/software-services\/discovery-workshop\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"> clarify your vision<\/a>.<br><br>Define the gaps between your current state and your future vision, and evaluate how closing these gaps can influence your business \u2013 preferably in measurable terms.<br><br><\/li><li><strong>Roadmap<\/strong><br><br>Define your biggest priorities so you know where to start and what can wait a little longer.<br><br><a href=\"https:\/\/www.future-processing.com\/software-services\/it-strategy-workshop\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Prepare a general plan<\/a> of your digital transformation for the months and years ahead.<br><br><\/li><li><strong>Implementation<\/strong><br><br>Decide whether you can do this with your in-house team or if it\u2019s better to hire a software development company: <br><br>If you\u2019re a digital native \u2013 you may only need to make some small but consistent improvements that can be done in-house or with a little help from a small IT agency.<br><br>If not \u2013 you may need <a href=\"https:\/\/startnearshoring.com\/knowledge\/a-tool-for-comparing-and-selecting-it-outsourcing-partners\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">a solid IT partner <\/a>to verify your vision, help construct a roadmap, and guide you through the transformation process. <br><br>For example, at Future Processing we not only take care of your digital transformation as a whole, but we can also help you analyse your company processes from the very beginning, discover your needs and create a specific roadmap to follow. <br><br>Outsourcing \u2013\u202fand nearshoring in particular \u2013 also has several additional advantages: you will automatically have experts in various areas on your team, access to the newest technologies, and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.future-processing.com\/blog\/cost-effectiveness-and-flexibility-in-nearshoring\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">a flexible and cost-effective cooperation model<\/a>. All of these lead straight to the increased efficiency of your business.<br><br><\/li><li><strong>Business culture evolution<\/strong><br><br>Introduce your digital transformation strategy to all of your employees in order to make them feel like they are a vital part of the process.<br><br>Step by step, start transforming towards a digital-first culture. Organise workshops, be transparent, bet on open communication and listen to feedback.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><br>Conclusion: Start your digital transformation now!<br><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>If you haven\u2019t started your digital transformation yet \u2013 now is a good time to begin. And if you\u2019ve already been walking this path for some time, it might be a good idea to accelerate to jogging now. This is the only way to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.future-processing.com\/blog\/prioritising-your-customers-during-your-business-transformation\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">stay competitive these days.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Also, remember that you don\u2019t have to go on this journey alone. We can help you with the entire process and support you every step of the way. Don\u2019t hesitate to contact us if you feel like you need some professional help with the digital transformation process.<br><br><\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"b-cta-banner m-gradient-light\">\n            <a href=\"https:\/\/www.future-processing.com\/software-services\/digital-transformation\/\" class=\"b-cta-banner__image-container\" data-elementclick=\"article-banner\" data-elementname=\"Remove the barrier to digital\u00a0for your business\">\n            <img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"450\" height=\"450\" src=\"https:\/\/www.future-processing.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/Digital-Transformation.png\" class=\"attachment-full size-full\" alt=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.future-processing.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/Digital-Transformation.png 450w, https:\/\/www.future-processing.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/Digital-Transformation-300x300.png 300w, https:\/\/www.future-processing.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/Digital-Transformation-150x150.png 150w, https:\/\/www.future-processing.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/Digital-Transformation-400x400.png 400w, https:\/\/www.future-processing.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/Digital-Transformation-24x24.png 24w, https:\/\/www.future-processing.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/Digital-Transformation-48x48.png 48w, https:\/\/www.future-processing.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/Digital-Transformation-96x96.png 96w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 450px) 100vw, 450px\" \/>        <\/a>\n    \n        <a href=\"https:\/\/www.future-processing.com\/software-services\/digital-transformation\/\" class=\"b-cta-banner__url b-cta-banner__text-container\" data-elementclick=\"article-banner\" data-elementname=\"Remove the barrier to digital\u00a0for your business\">\n                    <div class=\"b-cta-banner__text\">\n                                                    <h3 class=\"f-headline-extra-big b-cta-banner__header\">\n                        Remove the barrier to digital\u00a0for your business                    <\/h3>\n                \n                                    <div class=\"f-paragraph\">\n                        <p>Make<strong> strategic<\/strong>,<strong> planned<\/strong>, organisational change through adoption and <strong>modernisation<\/strong> of technology.<\/p>\n                    <\/div>\n                \n                                    <div class=\"o-button o-button--primary o-button--s o-button--icon-right o-button--arrow\">\n                        <span>Let\u2019s join our forces<\/span>\n                        <svg class='o-icon o-icon--16 o-icon--arrow '>\n            <use xlink:href='#icon-16_arrow'><\/use>\n          <\/svg>                    <\/div>\n                            <\/div>\n                <\/a>\n    <\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The digital transformation doesn\u2019t just refer to adopting new technologies; 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