Eric Chuar has completed the Introduction to Digital Transformation Part 2 for Personal & Professional Productivity and received a certificate from University of Virginia Darden School Foundation.
SCHOOL:
University of Virginia Darden School Foundation
GRADUATED:
2018
DURATION:
6 Months
Digital Transformation Skills Gained
Learn how to build out your core digital infrastructure, a critical component of your digital transformation stack.
Be able to explain the impact of cloud computing on business processes, consider how to leverage cloud computing to store and share data, list requirements for data integrity and security, and learn how to organize the IT function to collect and store data efficiently.
The key drivers of digital transformation, opportunities they have already established and the challenges they bring.
Explore emerging trends and technologies, what is possible/likely in the future, and currently what we’re seeing in practice.
Course Perspective
Just wrapped up the Introduction to Digital Transformation Part 2 course, and it feels like I’ve been on an intellectual rollercoaster. You know my style—I like to dig deep before even stepping foot in a classroom, virtual or otherwise. Certificates are cool and all, but the real learning happens when you’re tinkering away, hands-on. Given my focus on digital marketing and coding, this course was right up my alley.
Now, why did I choose Part 2? If the first part was the appetizer, this was the main course and dessert combined. It promised to dive into the nitty-gritty, the stuff that makes digital transformation tick. And boy, did it deliver! Plus, you know me, I love to share whatever I learn. I’ve been around the block in Malaysia and Singapore, and I know it’s not all about the money—it’s about genuinely helping people. And given that I’m not getting any younger and have a family to think about, spreading knowledge is pretty much my mission now.
So, on to the good stuff:
- Core Digital Infrastructure: We started off by tackling how to set up the core digital infrastructure, which is like the backbone of any digital transformation effort. Knowing this is a game-changer for anyone in digital marketing, especially when setting up campaigns that require solid infrastructure.
- Impact of Cloud Computing: This was a big one. Cloud computing is basically revolutionizing how businesses operate. We went through how it affects business processes and what to consider for data storage, integrity, and security. This is a big deal because it impacts how we collect and manage data in marketing campaigns.
- Key Drivers and Challenges: Every coin has two sides, and digital transformation is no exception. We looked at what drives it and the challenges that come with those opportunities. This is essential because it helps in planning and mitigating risks, especially in large-scale projects.
- Emerging Trends: Finally, we touched on what the future might hold—emerging trends and technologies that are shaping the digital landscape. This is like a sneak peek into the future, helping you stay ahead of the curve.
All in all, this course was an eye-opener. It’s armed me with some serious knowledge that I can’t wait to apply and, of course, share. Because what’s the point of learning if you keep it all to yourself, right?