{"id":498,"date":"2021-01-26T16:44:35","date_gmt":"2021-01-26T16:44:35","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.teamspan.com\/blog\/?p=498"},"modified":"2021-05-10T15:56:05","modified_gmt":"2021-05-10T15:56:05","slug":"digital-is-the-new-normal","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.teamspan.com\/blog\/2021\/01\/26\/digital-is-the-new-normal\/","title":{"rendered":"Digital is the New Normal"},"content":{"rendered":"\n\n[et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.8.1″ _module_preset=”default”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.8.1″ _module_preset=”default”][et_pb_column _builder_version=”4.8.1″ _module_preset=”default” type=”4_4″][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.8.1″ _module_preset=”default” custom_margin=”-50px||||false|false” hover_enabled=”0″ sticky_enabled=”0″]

One of the biggest lessons many businesses have learned from the recent global lockdown order is how critical it is to create a strategically digitized environment. The pandemic drove many enterprises to enforce a shift in operations \u2013 from physical to digital. According to a recent article published by McKinsey<\/a>, \u201cThe COVID-19 crisis seemingly provides a sudden glimpse into a future world, one in which digital has become central to every interaction, forcing both organizations and individuals further up the adoption curve almost overnight.\u201d<\/p>\n

Even as we enter a post-pandemic era, digital operations will remain the new normal for many businesses. But for those that have yet to register on this transformation, operating in a highly digitized environment poses serious vulnerabilities stemming from being in a traditional production for so long. While it seems daunting and expensive at first, mapping out \u2013 and accelerating, for that matter \u2013 digital initiatives open many opportunities for companies to leverage their competitive advantage.<\/p>\n

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Invest in technology.<\/strong><\/h2>\n

To prepare for a digital \u201cnew normal,\u201d the first step is to update your existing technology architecture to fast-track digital transformation within your ecosystem. After a thorough audit of your IT infrastructure, the next step is to explore tools that will allow your team to become more agile and adapt to the new and unanticipated \u2013 just like a global pandemic. According to Serge Findling<\/a>, Vice President of Research at IDC, \u201cCIOs must urgently rework their plans and adapt to the unknown business environment laying ahead.\u201d\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

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Upgrade Digital Literacy.<\/strong><\/h2>\n

\u00a0<\/span>The only constant in technology is change \u2013 either you adapt or you get left behind. Technology will continue to outpace itself, and as such, companies must learn faster than ever before. A recent report<\/a> showed that the demand for technological skills would only keep increasing from 2016 to 2030.<\/span>\u00a0As the market changes, we\u2019ll continue to see the rise of cloud solutions, Functions-as-a-Service (FaaS), and low-code\/no-code tools that are accessible to non-IT users or experienced developers. Transformative change doesn\u2019t stop from piloting digital initiatives \u2013 we have to continue upgrading our digital literacy and navigate our way through these future trends.<\/span><\/p>\n

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Create a Digital Workplace.<\/strong><\/h2>\n

Even before the coronavirus outbreak, digital workplaces and virtual teams were already the norms for many startups and disruptors. Due to the developments in information technology, a traditional workplace environment is no longer the only option to collaborate with your team. By leveraging technology, a digital workplace creates an environment where employees can easily access data and resources essential to the success of their roles. This cycle<\/a> also strengthens a higher return on your IT investments.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

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We\u2019ll continue to see the rise of digital initiatives in the next coming years \u2013 and now is not the time to play it safe. Many businesses have already seen the value of creating a highly digitized workplace. Incorporating digital initiatives to generate valuable real-time data helps decision leaders make smarter and better decisions to grow their business.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

The COVID-19 outbreak accelerated the push for a digital transformation \u2013 and we\u2019ll continue to see challenges from different directions in navigating through this digital \u201cnew normal.\u201d But to thrive in the future, businesses need to re-evaluate their organization\u2019s resilience and jumpstart a more robust response to a crisis \u2013 one that can be further strengthened by a strategically curated digital journey.<\/span><\/p>\n

If you\u2019re seeking help in creating a digital workplace for your company and see an increase in production while getting 60% savings in cost, TeamSpan Global Solutions provides consultation to some of the most remarkable industry leaders and startups on the rigorous process of building high-performing virtual teams. We are insanely passionate about creating value for our customers \u2013 we can help you scale up, expand operations, and augment contingency staffing plans \u2013 for a fraction of the cost.<\/span><\/p>\n

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