Digital transformation
Remaining in step with a changing and increasingly digitally active audience: that’s what digital transformation is all about. But how to pursue this transformation in a cultural organisation? This page describes what digital transformation is, what it can do for you, and how you can successfully make it a part of your strategy. That’s how you can build a resilient and agile organisation that puts the audience firmly at the centre.
What is digital transformation?
Our lives are becoming increasingly more digital. We meet each other online, view the world via our smartphone, and everything is always directly within reach. Virtually all societal sectors are evolving from physical to digital, or are seeking a hybrid form. This is referred to as digital transformation. At DEN, we believe it’s time for the cultural sector to hop on board. Discover what digital transformation means, and explore how to make it work for you.
Embarking on digital transformation
What do you need to know to embark on a digital transformation process? And why is this transformation so important? These articles will help you on your way. Our knowledge articles help you to get a handle on the concept of digital transformation, while the practical examples can inspire you to take a first step.
Perform the Digital Transformation Scan
Digital transformation is essential to remaining in touch with the audience of the future. The Digital Transformation Scan shows you where your organisation currently stands in the digital transformation process. Based on the outcome, you are offered follow-up steps on the road to an integral approach. Take your time to discover what opportunities await your organisation. The scan takes about 10 minutes to complete.
Sustainability and the digital transformation
Digital transformation is necessary, but also has an impact on the environment. With a view to a green digital future, it is important to perform your digital activities as sustainably as possible. DEN collects knowledge and inspiration on this theme. Read here how you can reduce your current footprint and how you can make this a part of your digital strategy.
Accessibility and inclusion
Digital transformation and innovation by cultural organisations opens up huge opportunities for the accessibility of culture. Art and culture are for everyone. Digital tools can overcome thresholds, enabling you to reach a more diverse audience. Let us inspire you!
Successful digital transformation
For digital transformation to be truly successful, it needs to become part of your strategy. Which does require a substantial effort on your part. For example, consider matters such as copyright, cyber security and the GDPR when creating your online offer. Read more about creating a solid foundation for your digital transformation.
Digitisation or digital transformation?
Digital transformation and digitisation are often used interchangeably. But they do not mean the same. Digitisation refers solely to making a physical product or process digital, while digital transformation has a much wider scope. Digital transformation entails a permanent transformation of the entire organisation, where digital technologies are used to realise a new and futureproof business model. By engaging with digital transformation in addition to digitisation, you can continue to reach your audience successfully. Curious to know what thisdemands of your organisation, culture, strategy, processes and employees?
Digital transformation: what are typical themes?
Digital transformation is often associated with AI, VR or the metaverse. These are of course examples of digital technologies that are changing our world. But they are usually not the easiest changes to introduce within your organisation. DEN challenges you to examine the possibilities offered by digital technologies within your operational activities. How can digital technologies help you to enhance your audience’s experience, to create value, to optimise processes and to stimulate new artistic creation? Take a closer look at the audience of the future, and innovative working methods.
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