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Digital transformation manager

A digital transformation manager is a person who answers for accelerating the digital transformation of a company by implementing initiatives connected to the emerging digital trends and strategies in the organisation. The manager identifies new market opportunities for sustainable innovation and develops the guidelines that secure a professional transition to business processes built on the latest technologies, translating the business requirements and the market needs into digital solutions.

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keep up with digital transformation of industrial processes

propose ICT solutions to business problems

manage ICT change request process

conduct impact evaluation of ICT processes on business

manage changes in ICT system

About digital transformation manager

The translation is the substance of the role. A business need is expressed in business terms and a technology is offered in technical ones, and the manager connects the two. The manager works from a knowledge of the ICT market and manages the development of technology in the organisation.

Change is delivered through existing work. The manager looks for improvements in current operations, delivers solutions that make work easier, and develops the business plans that justify them.

Two conditions shape the role. Operational requirements change while a programme is running, and the manager has to cope with that rather than hold a plan that has stopped being true. And the work is done with other people's teams, through digital collaboration, which is why implementing strategic management matters: the authority here is a plan everybody has agreed to rather than a line of command.

European Skills Framework

Skills and knowledge areas required for this occupation based on European classification.

Essential (21)

innovation processesinnovation processesThe techniques, models, methods and strategies which contribute to the promotion of steps towards innovation.strategic planningstrategic planningThe elements defining the foundation and core of an organisation such as its mission, vision, values, and objectives.business strategy conceptsbusiness strategy conceptsThe terminology related to the design and implementation of major trends and aims which are taken by an organisation's executives, while keeping in mind its resources, competition and environments.ICT marketICT marketThe processes, stakeholders and the dynamics of the chain of goods and services in the ICT market sector.keep up with digital transformation of industrial processeskeep up with digital transformation of industrial processesKeep up to date with digital innovations applicable to industrial processes. Integrate these transformations in the company's processes aiming for competitive and profitable business models.propose ICT solutions to business problemspropose ICT solutions to business problemsSuggest how to solve business issues, using ICT means, so that business processes are improved.manage ICT change request processmanage ICT change request processSpecify the incentive for an ICT change request, stating which adjustment in the system needs to be accomplished and execute or supervise the execution of it.conduct impact evaluation of ICT processes on businessconduct impact evaluation of ICT processes on businessEvaluate the tangible consequences of the implementation of new ICT systems and functions on the current business structure and organisational procedures.manage changes in ICT systemmanage changes in ICT systemPlan, realise and monitor system changes and upgrades. Maintain earlier system versions. Revert, if necessary, to a safe older system version.collaborate through digital technologiescollaborate through digital technologiesUse digital tools and technologies for collaborative processes, and for co-construction and co-creation of resources and knowledge.develop solutions to information issuesdevelop solutions to information issuesAnalyse information needs and challenges to develop effective technological solutions.implement strategic managementimplement strategic managementImplement a strategy for the development and transformation of the company. Strategic management involves the formulation and implementation of the major objectives and initiatives of a company by sen...identify process improvementsidentify process improvementsIdentify possible improvements to operational and financial performance, in order to increase productivity, efficiency, quality, and streamline procedures.lead technology development of an organisationlead technology development of an organisationDevelop activities surrounding innovation and research in the field of technology within an organisation based on its strategic direction and growth goals. Provide guidance to colleagues how to best i...develop company strategiesdevelop company strategiesEnvision, plan, and develop strategies for companies and organisations aimed at achieving different purposes such as establishing new markets, refurbishing the equipment and machinery of a company, im...provide improvement strategiesprovide improvement strategiesIdentify root causes of problems and submit proposals for effective and long-term solutions.deal with changing operational demanddeal with changing operational demandDeal with changing operational demands; respond with effective solutions.develop business plansdevelop business plansPlan, write and collaborate in the implement business plans. Include and foresee in the business plan the market strategy, the competitive analysis of the company, the design and the development of th...align efforts towards business developmentalign efforts towards business developmentSynchronise the efforts, plans, strategies, and actions carried out in departments of companies towards the growth of business and its turnover. Keep business development as the ultimate outcome of an...adapt to changes in technological development plansadapt to changes in technological development plansModify the current design and development activities of technological projects to meet changes in requests or strategies. Ensure that the organisation's or client's needs are met and that any sudden r...seek innovation in current practicesseek innovation in current practicesSearch for improvements and present innovative solutions, creativity and alternative thinking to develop new technologies, methods or ideas for and answers to work-related problems.
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digital marketing techniquesdigital marketing techniquesThe marketing techniques used on the web to reach and engage with stakeholders, customers and clients.information governance complianceinformation governance complianceThe policies regarding processes and procedures for use of information, the balance between information availability and information security and IPR (Intellectual Property Rights) and personal data p...combine business technology with user experiencecombine business technology with user experienceAnalyse and exploit the points where technology, user experience, and business meet in order to create and develop new products.apply change managementapply change managementManage development within an organisation by anticipating changes and making managerial decisions to ensure that the members involved are as less disturbed as possible.use content management system softwareuse content management system softwareUse software that allows publishing, editing and modifying content as well as maintenance from a central interface.develop digital contentdevelop digital contentCreate and edit digital content in different formats, express oneself through digital means.implement operational business plansimplement operational business plansImplement the strategic business and operational plan for an organisation by engaging and delegating to others, monitoring progress and making adjustments along the way. Evaluate the extent to which s...plan digital marketingplan digital marketingDevelop digital marketing strategies for both leisure and business purposes, create websites and deal with mobile technology and social networking.keep updated on innovations in various business fieldskeep updated on innovations in various business fieldsBe informed and acquainted with innovations and trends in different industrial and business fields for application in business development.monitor customer behaviourmonitor customer behaviourOversee, identify and observe the evolution of the customer's needs and interests.lead the brand strategic planning processlead the brand strategic planning processManage the strategic planning process of the brand as well as provide innovation and progress in the strategy planning methodologies and improvements for consumer communication in order to base innova...

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Frequently asked questions

What does a digital transformation manager do?

Digital transformation managers are professionals in charge of the acceleration of digital transformation in business by implementing emerging trends initiatives and digital strategies within an organisation. Additionally, they identify new business opportunities in sustainable innovation and develop guidance regarding to ensure a qualified transition to the latest technology business processes. Digital transformation managers translate business requirements and market needs into digital solutions.

What skills does a digital transformation manager need?

A digital transformation manager needs 21 essential skills, including innovation processes, strategic planning, business strategy concepts, ICT market, keep up with digital transformation of industrial processes.

Will AI replace digital transformation manager jobs?

The AI disruption score for digital transformation manager is 64/100 (high risk). Skills most exposed to automation: develop digital content, keep updated on innovations in various business fields, monitor customer behaviour. Most resilient: lead technology development of an organisation, implement strategic management, align efforts towards business development.

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Quick Facts

SectorManufacturing & Production
ISCO GroupProduction and specialised services managers
Essential Skills21

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