Research Progress on the Effectiveness Evaluation of Digital Transformation in Manufacturing Enterprises

Chenming Zhang

doi:10.54097/2zvg2651

Authors

Chenming Zhang

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.54097/2zvg2651

Keywords:

Manufacturing, Digital Transformation, Effectiveness Evaluation, Transformation Paths

Abstract

Under the macro context of the Industry 4.0 wave and the "Made in China 2025" strategy, digital transformation has become an imperative path for the high-quality development of manufacturing enterprises. Focusing on the core issue of evaluating the effectiveness of digital transformation in manufacturing enterprises, this paper first elucidates the connotation and theoretical basis of digital transformation. Subsequently, it analyzes four major transformation paths: production digitalization, management digitalization, business model innovation, and organizational capability building. Based on this, a comprehensive effectiveness evaluation framework covering four dimensions—strategy, technology, organization, and benefit—is constructed. It is proposed that the effectiveness evaluation of digital transformation in manufacturing enterprises should adhere to systems thinking, emphasize the organic integration of process and results, and account for dynamic evolution characteristics. The findings of this study can provide a theoretical foundation and decision-making reference for manufacturing enterprises to implement effectiveness evaluation of digital transformation.

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