How to set up an advice business digital transformation strategy

Call to identify business needs, goals and desired outcomes

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Tim Thompson-Rye explains how to map a digital transformation strategy and says technology should not be the starting point...

Advisory firms are more aware than ever of the need to transform and compete in an increasingly digital world. Client expectations, a growing hybrid workforce and pressures around efficiency and automation are just some of the elements driving this. According to the latest McKinsey Global Survey on digital strategy, only 11% of companies believe their current business models will be economically viable through 2023, while another 64% say their companies need to build new digital businesses to help them get there. Successfully navigating digital transformation however can be challengin...

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