Digital Business Strategy: How to Design, Build, and Future-Proof a Business in the Digital Age

Embrace Digital Transformation: Insights from Greville Summit & Garvan Callan

In this episode of the Innovation Show, join us for a powerful discussion centered on digital reinvention as we preview the upcoming Reinvention Summit in Dublin (April 29-30, 2025). Host Aidan McCullen introduces Garvan Callan, author of the new book 'Digital Business Strategy: How to Design, Build, and Future-Proof a Business in the Digital Age'. Together, they unravel the complexities of digital transformation, dispelling myths and sharing practical insights. Learn the difference between digitization, digitalization, and digital transformation, and explore how leading companies like Audi and Ikea are reinventing customer experiences. They also dive into the challenge of transitioning from legacy systems to digital businesses, addressing cultural shifts, internal resistance, and the pivotal role of leadership. Don't miss this episode to gain actionable strategies for navigating the digital landscape.

00:00 Embracing Reinvention: The Key to Success
00:29 Introducing the Reinvention Summit
01:10 Welcoming Garvan Callan
01:51 The Evolution of Digital Transformation
03:16 Understanding Digitization, Digitalization, and Digital Transformation
05:27 The Rise of Digital Businesses
09:35 Customer-Centric Digital Strategies
14:45 The E Plus One Experience
17:53 Navigating Digital Transformation Challenges
22:06 The Platform Era and Technical Debt
29:11 The Challenge of Change
29:35 Building a Digital Business
30:35 Simplification and Efficiency
33:29 The Spin Out Syndrome
35:08 Adapting to Rapid Change
36:39 The Agile Organization
45:05 The Importance of Culture
49:51 The Walser Effect
57:30 Conclusion and Final Thoughts
Find Garvan here: https://onezero1.ie

The Reinvention Summit; https://www.thereinventionsummit.com

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