Field Guide to Digital Transformation, A

A Field Guide to Digital Transformation is the definitive reference and tutorial for all IT professionals and decision-makers who want to understand digital transformation and successfully achieve it in their own organizations. Best-selling IT author Thomas Erl and long-time practitioner Amin Naserour combine comprehensive coverage of digital transformation as a field of practice, and detailed guidance for adopting digital transformation and executing projects from start to finish. Erl and Naserour present a complete tutorial on digital transformation concepts, tools, technologies and practices, organized into a proven industry framework for adoption. Next, they offer end-to-end coverage of the full project lifecycle, walking readers through planning, defining, designing, building, and governing digital transformation solutions. The authors highlight common risks, pitfalls, and adoption considerations, sharing practical insights into the organizational, cultural, technological, and operational impacts associated with digital transformation initiatives. Uniquely detailed and practical, this guide reflects the authors' deep experience driving value from digital transformation using technologies available right now.