Join us for the @Leaders in Tech final event of 2024: LiT#5 – Leading Tech Organizations Through Transformation!

We’re closing out the year with an inspiring panel featuring insights from some of the industry’s top leaders on driving impactful change in tech. Our own @Bogdan Popescu, co-founder of @Leaders in Tech, will moderate the panel and is counting on you, our audience, to share your questions and add depth to the discussion!

🎙️ Panelists:

• @Andreea Ionita – Chief Digital & Technology Officer, Board Member @ E.ON
• @Cristina Duta – Director of Intelligent Automation @ AECOM
• @Tiberiu Anghel – Director Global Security & Fraud Centre of Excellence @ Booking Holdings

🌟 What to Expect: Explore real-world strategies for leading digital transformations, navigating technological and cultural shifts, and ensuring lasting impact. From balancing innovation with operational resilience to guiding teams through complex changes, this discussion will offer invaluable takeaways for tech leaders at every level.

💡 Who Should Attend: Current and aspiring tech leaders, change drivers, and all those looking to deepen their understanding of what it takes to lead through transformative times.

Don’t miss this final opportunity of the year to connect, learn, and be inspired by leaders who are shaping the future of tech. Let’s wrap up 2024 with insights that will set the stage for an impactful 2025!

Key Takeaways from LiT#5: Leading Tech Organizations Through Transformation

Our recent LiT#5 event shed light on the complexities and opportunities of digital transformation, offering actionable insights for leaders navigating change. Here are the main takeaways:

1️⃣ What is Digital Transformation?

• Industry shifts drive change: The energy sector transitioned from legacy systems to modern solutions due to market liberalization and competition. Technologies like predictive maintenance, VR training, and drones now play a key role.
• It’s about people and strategy: Upskilling teams, aligning with business goals, and bringing clarity to objectives are foundational. Digital transformation thrives when people have the capabilities to execute.

2️⃣ Triggers for Transformation

• Transformation is normal—just another process of change. The key is normalizing it within the organization.
• It’s not just about when to change, but how you envision the transformation journey, including its emotional components.

3️⃣ Common Challenges

• Purpose and alignment: Understand the “why” before diving into transformation. Aligning initiatives with measurable outcomes is critical.
• Cultural inertia and fear: Resistance to change—whether from leaders fearing uncertainty or employees fearing irrelevance—can stall progress. Transparent communication and digital fluency training for leaders and employees help overcome this.

4️⃣ Overcoming Pitfalls

• Avoid “shiny object syndrome”: Don’t pursue technology for its hype. Establish strong business cases for adoption.
• Tailor transformation: Not every approach works for all industries. Agile, for example, requires preparation and mindset shifts, as seen in E.ON’s learnings.
• Know when to pivot: Recognize when to abandon projects that don’t deliver value.

5️⃣ Leadership in Transformation

• Middle management is pivotal: They need to translate vision into actionable steps and lead teams with both technological expertise and a growth mindset.
• Leadership style: Inclusive and hands-on leadership builds trust. Leaders should model behaviors, test tools, and actively participate in transformation efforts.
• HR’s role is essential: Design upskilling programs, create career paths post-transformation, and ensure employees see the long-term benefits.

6️⃣ Engaging Stakeholders

• Build relationships through inclusion, transparency, and shared accountability. Stakeholder analysis helps ensure communication resonates with those impacted.
• Critical decisions require collaboration between tech and business leaders for alignment on resources, risks, and outcomes.

7️⃣ The Future of Transformation

• Emerging technologies like AI, blockchain, and VR hold potential but require careful evaluation.
• Organizations need to foster an openness to innovation, including rapid prototyping and risk-mapped pilots, to identify viable solutions.

🚀 Final Takeaway

Transformation is more than technology—it’s about empowering people, staying purpose-driven, and fostering adaptability. By focusing on these elements, organizations can navigate the complexities of change and emerge stronger.