Lesson 1
Introduction to Information Systems and Digitalization
LO
1. The students can name drivers of digitalization and explain why
digitalization is expected to grow further.
2. The students can tell what effect digitalization has on companies and
decision makers in companies.
3. The students can describe the different management approaches to the
digitalization in the companies and assess which approach under which
conditions should be preferred.
4. The students can explain the scope of the information systems.
5. The students can describe the key concepts of information systems for
business strategies.
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, Lesson 1
1. Drivers of Digitalization
Digitalization is the use of digital technologies to change a business model and
provide new revenue and value-producing opportunities; it is the process of moving
to a digital business.
Digitization, also known as digital enablement, is the conversion of an analog
process to a digital form without altering the process in any way.
Digital transformation involves transforming business activities, processes,
competencies, and models to effectively utilize digital technologies and their impact
on society, strategically and prioritized for present and future shifts.
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Introduction to Information Systems and Digitalization
LO
1. The students can name drivers of digitalization and explain why
digitalization is expected to grow further.
2. The students can tell what effect digitalization has on companies and
decision makers in companies.
3. The students can describe the different management approaches to the
digitalization in the companies and assess which approach under which
conditions should be preferred.
4. The students can explain the scope of the information systems.
5. The students can describe the key concepts of information systems for
business strategies.
1/8
, Lesson 1
1. Drivers of Digitalization
Digitalization is the use of digital technologies to change a business model and
provide new revenue and value-producing opportunities; it is the process of moving
to a digital business.
Digitization, also known as digital enablement, is the conversion of an analog
process to a digital form without altering the process in any way.
Digital transformation involves transforming business activities, processes,
competencies, and models to effectively utilize digital technologies and their impact
on society, strategically and prioritized for present and future shifts.
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