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Responsible Digital Transformation for a Sustainable Society

Abstract

In the ever-evolving area of digital transformation, following responsible and sustainable practices is essential. This editorial article discusses the importance of responsible digital transformation, emphasizing the need for academia, private and public organizations, civil society, and individuals to work together in developing digital business models that generate shared value while addressing societal challenges. The article highlights the emergence of corporate digital responsibility (CDR) and the shift from industry 4.0 to industry 5.0, which focuses on human-centric approaches and human-AI partnerships. Furthermore, it underscores the need for interdisciplinary research and systematic approaches encompassing various dimensions of sustainability. By integrating sustainable ICT principles into digital transformation initiatives, organizations can contribute to a more sustainable and responsible digital future. The suggestions in this paper, coupled with the nice research contributions included in the special issue, seek to offer a broader foundation to support responsible digital transformations for sustainable societies.

Category

Editorial

Language

English

Author(s)

  • Ilias Pappas
  • Patrick Mikalef
  • Dwivedi Yogesh K.
  • Maria Letizia Jaccheri
  • John Krogstie

Affiliation

  • SINTEF Digital / Technology Management
  • Swansea University
  • Norwegian University of Science and Technology
  • University of Agder
  • Symbiosis Centre for Information Technology, Symbiosis International (Deemed University), Pune, Maharashtra, India

Year

2023

Published in

Information Systems Frontiers

ISSN

1387-3326

Volume

25

Page(s)

945 - 953

View this publication at Norwegian Research Information Repository