For example, new Forbes Research reveals 44% of CxOs say legacy systems make it hard to adapt to change and consider them an organizational weakness.
Shodhan Sheth, Enterprise Modernization Lead at global technology consultancy Thoughtworks, says leaders should instead adopt a “fitness for purpose” framework—getting to the root of whether a tech solution will ultimately help them deliver value to customers. “The fitness for purpose lens is…how you judge whether you're at a place that requires change or not," he says.
Shodhan shared key questions decision makers should consider to align IT initiatives with strategic goals and foster holistic organizational growth.
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of CxOs say legacy systems make it hard to adapt to change and consider them an organizational weakness.
44%
Source: Forbes Research CxO Growth 4.0 Survey, 2024
n the race to modernize, a common pitfall emerges: too many enterprises take an “out with the old and in with the new” approach.
By Annie Cusack
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