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Digital Literacy and Business Transformation

Book Title: Digital Bharat: Revolutionalizing landscape of corporate world

Editors: Dr. Jasbir Kaur and Mr. Deepak Tulsiram Patil

ISBN: 978-81-986047-1-2

Chapter: 4

DOI: https://doi.org/10.59646/dbc4/326

Author: Dr. Sweta Banerjee

Abstract

A foundational skill for contemporary company transformation is digital literacy, which is defined as the capacity to efficiently and critically use digital technology for information navigation, evaluation, and creation.  The digital competences of employees are becoming more important as companies use cutting-edge tech to improve their operations, services, and consumer interaction.  This chapter delves into the complex connection between digital literacy and company transformation by looking at statistics, obstacles, factors to consider, and important takeaways.  It offers resources for a thorough grasp of the subject and discussion questions to go deeper into it.

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