Digital Transformation and Emerging Technologies in Business: Innovations, Challenges, and Value Creation
Mohammad Rakibul Islam Bhuiyan
Special Issue Information
Scope and Rationale: The rapid advancement of digital technologies is reshaping industries and redefining business operations worldwide. From artificial intelligence and blockchain to the Internet of Things (IoT) and big data analytics, digital transformation is creating new opportunities and challenges across various sectors. This special issue aims to explore the impact of digital transformation and emerging technologies on business processes, value creation, and competitive advantage.
The focus will be on identifying innovative practices, understanding the mechanisms through which technologies drive value, and exploring the challenges organizations face during digital transformation. This special issue seeks to bring together cutting-edge research that not only advances academic understanding but also provides practical insights for businesses navigating the complexities of technological change.
Key Themes:
Value Creation through Digital Transformation: Investigating how emerging technologies enable new value creation mechanisms in business operations, including finance, marketing, supply chain, and human resources.
Technology Adoption and Integration: Exploring factors influencing the adoption and integration of technologies such as AI, blockchain, IoT, and robotic process automation in different business contexts.
Digital Transformation in Finance and Accounting: Understanding the specific impact of digital transformation on financial and accounting services, including shared services, automated reporting, and predictive analytics.
Challenges and Risks: Identifying the challenges and risks associated with digital transformation, including cybersecurity, data privacy, technological obsolescence, and organizational resistance to change.
Case Studies and Industry Applications: Real-world applications of digital transformation across industries, highlighting best practices, lessons learned, and future trends.
Sustainability and Digital Transformation: Examining how digital transformation contributes to or hinders sustainable business practices, including green technologies, energy efficiency, and sustainable supply chains.