This paper presents an informed opinion on the rise of the Chief Digital Officer (CDO) Role. Specifically, it answers key questions about the role so one can understand the full impact of this role on the organization's journey moving into the digital world. Good discussion!
The Chief Digital Officer (CDO) Role is taking center stage but will it last? Will it be replaced by some other role as digital is merged into business as usual? This is one of the key questions one needs to ask. However, there are many more:
- What are the capabilities and qualifications required to succeed in this role?
- What does a digital organization look like?
- How does one go from here to there? What are the phases in this digital transformation journey?
- Are there specific industries and companies that lend themselves to an easier transition?
- What are the opportunities and threats to this role?
This paper touches upon this issues so you can get an idea. Then you must dive deeper into each to really get the full import of the digital tidal wave that is going to hit your enterprise - it is only a matter of time!
