Intelligent CIO North America Issue 36 | Page 46

CIO OPINION that can provide support on either a project or on an ongoing basis . Working with external organizations and professionals can also give insightful information and fill knowledge gaps , allowing startups to keep up with the most recent developments in digital technology .
Startups can also overcome this by fostering a culture of invention and experimentation that motivates everyone in the company to research cutting-edge concepts and tools . A phrase often used is ‘ fail fast , fail often ’ which essentially means quickly identifying what works , rather than persisting . But there is an important balance to be had . While this mindset is great for innovation , it can lead to a lack of focus .
Smaller businesses need to take a more thoughtful and intentional approach if they want to develop this culture . Rewarding outstanding initiatives , linking these to business objectives and making them evident throughout the organization is one practical strategy . Employee involvement and ownership can grow as a result , making them more receptive to change .
Also , startups can integrate innovation and experimentation into every role ’ s regular tasks . This can be accomplished by allocating time for staff to work on experimental projects and by giving them the tools and encouragement they require to create fresh concepts .
Startups can gain a lot from embracing digital , including scalability , greater efficiency , the capacity to reach a larger audience , improved teamwork , communication and customer experience .
While these advantages are also achievable by big enterprises , they can be particularly helpful for startups in terms of achieving rapid growth and successfully competing in the market . Companies that have embraced Digital Transformation have reported a 20 – 30 % rise in consumer satisfaction and brand awareness , according to a McKinsey survey .
Analytics will be a key player for businesses to gather data on customer behavior and preferences , personalize their services and products and improve the customer experience by leveraging digital technologies . As customer service becomes an important area of automation . AI-powered chatbots can respond to customer inquiries , offer personalized support and streamline customer journeys to provide more time for businesses to focus their resources on more necessary tasks . The use of AI and Machine Learning can help this transformation further by predicting customer behavior and optimizing services .
For businesses to be more adaptable they must leverage data and digital technology to help meet customer expectations . Lots can be learnt from the way a startup may approach transformation , versus a large enterprise . Essentially , it ’ s about adopting the right technology , at the right time and not fearing change – because it can be required at a moment ’ s notice . p
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