Abstract
Pilot projects are popular in companies for experimenting with industry 4.0 concepts. However, few studies have addressed the specificities of piloting transformation, whose requirements are quite different than those for implementing a project with clear goals. Pilot projects can be used for the purpose of exploring, demonstrating, optimizing and disseminating solutions. In this paper we identify the role of pilot projects in digital transformation and define a successful pilot project so that it transcends to a full project. We provide accessible guidelines for the deployment of pilot projects in industry 4.0, drawing from a structured literature review and from lessons learned in an action research project implementing mixed reality in household ceramics production. A sound approach to pilot projects is important to reduce unknowns and risks in ensuing full projects and to contributing to organizational knowledge, offering an opportunity to rethink business strategies and train employees in digital transformation.
| Original language | English |
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| Publication status | Published - 2018 |
| Externally published | Yes |
| Event | 29th Australasian Conference on Information Systems, ACIS 2018 - Sydney, Australia Duration: 3 Dec 2018 → 5 Dec 2018 |
Conference
| Conference | 29th Australasian Conference on Information Systems, ACIS 2018 |
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| Country/Territory | Australia |
| City | Sydney |
| Period | 3/12/18 → 5/12/18 |
UN SDGs
This output contributes to the following UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)
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SDG 9 Industry, Innovation, and Infrastructure
Keywords
- Digital transformation
- Fourth industrial revolution
- Industry 4.0
- Mixed reality
- Pilot projects
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