The purpose of this study was to identify leadership styles that impacted the digital transformation of an organization. This thesis contributes to our understanding of new leadership techniques in the 21st century.
The Changes due to rising Digitalization are immense – for both economic and social perspectives. Digital technologies have profoundly transformed people's daily lives in the last years, especially in organizations. Leadership is needed to introduce change and innovation. Therefore managers are focusing on recreating the structure of a company from old command structures to new ways of leading techniques. In this connection, managers not only need to focus on communication among one another, but they also need to change how organizational members work and collaborate. However, when the leadership style does not align with the digital transformation or when the strategy is ineffective, problems may emerge, which could impact the organization in negative ways. Sooner or later, every company has to adapt to the new industrial revolution. Therefore industry 4.0 came out as a result of digital transformation in the corporate world.
Inhaltsverzeichnis (Table of Contents)
- Introduction
- Digitalization as a contributor for change
- Industrial revolution due to digital transformation
- Model for digital leadership
- Conclusion
Zielsetzung und Themenschwerpunkte (Objectives and Key Themes)
This paper aims to explore the impact of leadership in the digitalized world, focusing on how digital transformation affects organizations and how leadership styles need to adapt. The paper examines the implications of digitalization on organizational structure, leadership techniques, and the evolving relationship between humans and technology.
- The role of digitalization as a driver of change in organizations
- The impact of digital transformation on leadership styles and practices
- The emergence of new leadership techniques in the digital age
- The relationship between digital leadership and organizational performance
- The significance of industry 4.0 and its implications for leadership
Zusammenfassung der Kapitel (Chapter Summaries)
- Introduction: This chapter sets the context for the paper, highlighting the profound impact of digitalization on both social and economic spheres. It emphasizes the need for effective leadership to navigate these changes and adapt to the new industrial revolution.
- Digitalization as a contributor for change: This section delves into the historical context of industrial revolutions and the ongoing impact of digitalization. It explores the concept of digital transformation and the evolving role of managers in this new landscape.
- Industrial revolution due to digital transformation: This chapter provides a detailed overview of the various industrial revolutions, focusing on their characteristics and impact on society. It examines the transition from agrarian societies to industrial communities and the implications of technological advancements on production and labor.
Schlüsselwörter (Keywords)
This paper focuses on the key concepts of digitalization, digital transformation, leadership, industry 4.0, and the impact of these elements on organizations and their leaders. The analysis incorporates themes of organizational change, leadership styles, technology adoption, and the evolving role of managers in the digital age.
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- Mika Löwen (Autor:in), 2020, Leadership in the Digitalized World. Role and Impact, München, GRIN Verlag, https://www.grin.com/document/1421969
