Please use this identifier to cite or link to this item: https://hdl.handle.net/10419/302537 
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Year of Publication: 
2024
Series/Report no.: 
24th Biennial Conference of the International Telecommunications Society (ITS): "New bottles for new wine: digital transformation demands new policies and strategies", Seoul, Korea, 23-26 June, 2024
Publisher: 
International Telecommunications Society (ITS), Calgary
Abstract: 
This essay examines the challenges hindering Digital Transformation (DX) in Japan, reflecting a nationwide lag in IT and DX adoption. Key barriers include legacy systems, a shortage of IT expertise, and cultural resistance. An anthropological perspective illuminates the cultural dimension of these challenges, revealing a deep-rooted attachment to tradition that impedes DX adoption. To overcome these cultural barriers, the essay proposes strategies emphasizing a gradual and respectful integration of digital solutions. Advocating for tailored strategies that acknowledge and facilitate the cultural shift is crucial for successful DX implementation in Japan.
Subjects: 
Strategies for digital transformation
business models for digital transformation
behavioral change
anthropological aspects
Document Type: 
Conference Paper

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