Classification of Barriers to Digital Transformation in Higher Education Institutions: Systematic Literature Review
Digital transformation of higher education institutions (HEIs) is of paramount importance in today’s technology-driven world. However, there are numerous barriers that hinder the successful implementation of digital transformation initiatives in HEIs. In this article, we identify and classify these...
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| description | Digital transformation of higher education institutions (HEIs) is of paramount importance in today’s technology-driven world. However, there are numerous barriers that hinder the successful implementation of digital transformation initiatives in HEIs. In this article, we identify and classify these barriers based on a systematic literature review. The findings reveal twenty distinct barriers that inhibit digital transformation in higher education. These were then organised into six broad categories, namely environmental, strategic, organisational, technological, people-related and cultural. The study provides a comprehensive understanding of the barriers faced, facilitating the development of effective strategies and interventions. Our analysis provides valuable information for higher education institutions, policy makers and stakeholders involved in digital transformation initiatives. |
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| spelling | doaj.art-b8541eb86bc6463e99a6bac452f962722023-11-18T19:03:54ZengMDPI AGEducation Sciences2227-71022023-07-0113774610.3390/educsci13070746Classification of Barriers to Digital Transformation in Higher Education Institutions: Systematic Literature ReviewThomais Gkrimpizi0Vassilios Peristeras1Ioannis Magnisalis2School of Science and Technology, University Center of International Programmes of Studies, International Hellenic University, 57 001 Thessaloniki, GreeceSchool of Science and Technology, University Center of International Programmes of Studies, International Hellenic University, 57 001 Thessaloniki, GreeceSchool of Science and Technology, University Center of International Programmes of Studies, International Hellenic University, 57 001 Thessaloniki, GreeceDigital transformation of higher education institutions (HEIs) is of paramount importance in today’s technology-driven world. However, there are numerous barriers that hinder the successful implementation of digital transformation initiatives in HEIs. In this article, we identify and classify these barriers based on a systematic literature review. The findings reveal twenty distinct barriers that inhibit digital transformation in higher education. These were then organised into six broad categories, namely environmental, strategic, organisational, technological, people-related and cultural. The study provides a comprehensive understanding of the barriers faced, facilitating the development of effective strategies and interventions. Our analysis provides valuable information for higher education institutions, policy makers and stakeholders involved in digital transformation initiatives.https://www.mdpi.com/2227-7102/13/7/746digital transformationuniversityhigher educationbarrierchallengeobstacle |
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| title | Classification of Barriers to Digital Transformation in Higher Education Institutions: Systematic Literature Review |
| title_full | Classification of Barriers to Digital Transformation in Higher Education Institutions: Systematic Literature Review |
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| title_short | Classification of Barriers to Digital Transformation in Higher Education Institutions: Systematic Literature Review |
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