Management and Competitiveness

The role of developers in Digital Transformation

desarrolladores trabajando en proyecto de transformación digital

Digital transformation enables organizations to become more agile, improving and innovating how they deliver products and services to consumers. Today, this transformation has become a critical focus for businesses of all sizes.

Typically, management teams rely on internal IT departments and their software development teams to make digital transformation efforts successful.

Developers play a crucial role here. They are responsible for designing and building software solutions and digital transformation tools that enhance overall experiences for both customers and employees.

Digital transformation requires not only emerging technologies but also a modernization in how software development and delivery are conducted.

Thus, digital transformation begins with IT departments and developers working together collaboratively.

Factors to Consider in a Digital Transformation Project

1. Software: Purchased or Internally Developed

Choosing both options can be advantageous. Purchasing software saves time in executing digital transformation, while allowing developers to modify or create new modules on the purchased software ensures that the specific requirements of the organization are met.

2. An Agile Methodology in Software Development

Adopting DevOps can expedite digital transformation in companies. DevOps is a model that combines cultural philosophies, practices, and tools to increase the ability to deliver applications and services at high velocity.

Developers and operational teams work in close collaboration.

This reduces the release time for new versions and ensures a shared data source between both teams.

DevOps Developer Requirements

  1. Extensive Software Development Knowledge
  2. Familiarity with tools and platforms in the fields of Cloud Computing, such as Azure DevOps, AWS, and Google Cloud Platform.
  3. Process Reengineering and Continuous Training

Also read: First Steps Towards Digital Transformation Using G Suite

3. Software Architecture

In digital transformation, it’s crucial to consider a modular architecture that offers greater flexibility. This allows developers to make rapid changes with fewer dependencies, accommodating potential shifts in processes. Companies must carefully assess their software architecture to facilitate timely and appropriate adaptations.

4. Interoperability

Interoperability, the ability to exchange data between systems or applications, is essential in digital transformation. Seamless internal and external data flow is necessary for a comprehensive digital transformation.

5. Continuous Process

Adopting a process-oriented approach is vital for successful transformation. The digital landscape evolves constantly, making continuous digital transformation essential for businesses to maintain competitiveness. It should not be a final goal but an ongoing, long-term process.

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Sources: Tpptechnology, AWS, Incentro.

 

This article was translated using AI and may contain errors.

Laura Clemencia Rodríguez Morales

Computer Systems Engineer with a Master's Degree in Information Systems. Focused on application support. She enjoys cooking, watching movies, swimming, running, basketball and biking with her family.