In the dynamic landscape of digital transformation, collaborative efforts pave the way for success. Any substantial digital change within an organization is a collective effort involving multiple departments. Two obstacles often stand in the path of achieving true impact: silo culture and resistance to change. The best way to overcome these two at once is to base your digital strategy, roadmap and implementation plan on shared outcomes.

Usually, digital transformation often involves multiple projects, each handled by different project teams with distinct responsibilities. These comprise specialized individuals from different sections who contribute to the change. While this approach seems logical, it can inadvertently reinforce silos and hinder progress.

Instead, building multidisciplinary and cross-functional teams that blend technology and business acumen and share accountability is critical. This shift away from grouping people by business function fosters collective ownership of shared outcomes.