Leadership in the Digital Era: An Exploration of the Leader’s Role in the Age of Digital Transformation

Authors

  • Debapriya Das Research Scholar, UTU, Dehradun.
  • Shivangi Bhatia Asst. Professor, Pt. L.M.S University Campus, SDSUV, Rishikesh.

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.53032/tvcr/2025.v7n2.07

Keywords:

Digital revolution, Organizational Change, Leader, Organizational Dimensions, Skill Gap

Abstract

This theoretical paper is grounded in a wide re-evaluate of multiple investigation information on leadership and digital revolution. The research paper begins with a theoretical overview of digitization and digital renovation, emphasizing digitalization as a modus operandi of change. The study emphasizes that the success of digital revolution is primarily influenced by how leaders utilize digital technology to drive organizational expansion.  It draws on a variety of review reports and instance from unlike leaders and companies to support the argument that a leader’s vision, foresight, and strategic use of digital technology play a key role in boosting organizational productivity.  The paper also explores the various organizational dimensions that leaders transform to integrate digital technology within the organization. Additionally, it addresses the major challenges leaders face when implementing digital transformation or incorporating digital technology into their corporate models, offering suggestions on how to overcome these barriers.  The papers conclude by emphasizing the essential role of leaders in driving organizational excellence in the digital era. The research underscores the significance of leaders’ roles and Judgment skills in steering Business efficiency in a digitally transformed landscape.

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Published

2025-04-30

How to Cite

Debapriya Das, & Shivangi Bhatia. (2025). Leadership in the Digital Era: An Exploration of the Leader’s Role in the Age of Digital Transformation. The Voice of Creative Research, 7(2), 50–56. https://doi.org/10.53032/tvcr/2025.v7n2.07