The Influence of Digital Transformation on Business and Society

  • Authors

    • Dr. Bharadwaj Department of Commerce, Dr APJ Abdul Kalam Govt College, Dadra Nagar Haveli. Author
    • Menaka Nayak Department of Commerce, Dr APJ Abdul Kalam Govt College, Dadra Nagar Haveli. Author

    Published 2026-01-10

  • Digital Transformation, Artificial Intelligence, Society 5.0, Industry 4.0, Cloud Computing, IoT, Data Analytics, Business Innovation, Digital Governance, Cybersecurity, Digital Economy, Automation

    Issue

    Vol. 1 No. 1 (2026)

    Section

    Articles

    How to Cite

    [1]
    Bharadwaj and M. Nayak, “The Influence of Digital Transformation on Business and Society”, IJETMR, vol. 1, no. 1, pp. 62–74, Jan. 2026, Accessed: Mar. 02, 2026. [Online]. Available: https://worldcometresearchgroup.com/index.php/ijetmr/article/view/90

  • Abstract

    Digital transformation (DT) has emerged as a pervasive force reshaping business models, organizational processes, and societal systems through technologies such as artificial intelligence, cloud computing, Internet of Things, big data analytics, and blockchain. This study examines the multidimensional impact of DT on business performance and societal development using an integrated analytical framework encompassing technological, organizational, behavioral, and socio-economic perspectives. Drawing on systematic literature review, comparative case analysis, and theoretical modeling, the paper identifies key drivers of DT, including technological innovation, competitive dynamics, regulatory pressures, globalization, and pandemic-induced digital acceleration. Findings reveal that digitally mature organizations demonstrate superior productivity, innovation speed, resilience, and customer satisfaction compared to traditional firms. At the societal level, digital ecosystems enhance service accessibility, transparency, civic participation, and economic competitiveness. However, challenges related to cybersecurity, ethical governance, digital inequality, workforce disruption, and sustainability remain critical. The study concludes that digital transformation represents a holistic redesign of business and social systems rather than a purely technological upgrade.

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