Cultural transformation: The key to successful digital transformation in large enterprises

Verma, Likhit (2025) Cultural transformation: The key to successful digital transformation in large enterprises. World Journal of Advanced Engineering Technology and Sciences, 15 (2). pp. 2992-2999. ISSN 2582-8266

Cultural transformation serves as the foundation for successful digital transformation initiatives in large enterprises. Despite significant investments in technology, most digital transformation efforts fail to meet objectives due to insufficient attention to human and cultural factors. Five key dimensions must be addressed to build sustainable digital cultures: mindset evolution from risk aversion to experimentation, breaking down organizational silos, leadership's role in modeling digital behaviors, strategies for driving adoption while overcoming resistance, and establishing sustainable practices that embed digital thinking throughout the organization. Successful digital transformation requires more than technological implementation—it demands fundamental shifts in organizational culture, leadership approaches, decision-making frameworks, and employee engagement strategies. The interplay between technological capabilities and cultural enablers provides a comprehensive framework for understanding how large enterprises can navigate the complex challenges of digital transformation to create sustainable competitive advantage in rapidly evolving business environments. Organizations that prioritize cultural elements alongside technological implementation create digital ecosystems capable of continuous adaptation and innovation in response to changing market conditions.