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Winning In The Digital Age: Seven Building Blocks of a Successful Digital Transformation
The practical handbook for understanding and winning in the post-COVID digital age and becoming a 21st century leader.For every enterprise and its leaders, the digital age is a roller-coaster ride with more than its fair share of thrills and spills. It presents them with great opportunities to leapfrog and grow. However, success is not easy in the Digital Age. It requires a complete overhaul of the business model and organizational design, and the mind-sets of professionals. Such a large and complex change is not easy to manage, and enterprises often lose their way in their digital transformation attempts.Nitin brings in this book his 25+ years of experience in leadership roles in world-class firms like Mckinsey and Fidelity and Digital natives like Flipkart and Incedo. He presents compelling insights and practical examples and answers key questions on how enterprises can win in the Digital Age:• Why do firms fail at digital transformation?• How are the rules of business changing in the digital age? What disruptive opportunities does digital present in various industries?• How to best leverage the potential of digital technologies like AI and the Cloud?• How do organizational capabilities and culture need to change?• What new skills do leaders and young professionals need to build?Nitin brings clarity to the transformation process, breaking it down into seven building blocks and presenting how best to master them.The book is a practitioner’s guide for people across all age groups - students, young professionals, experienced professionals, senior executives on how they can realize the amazing opportunities the digital age offers them and achieve their true potential at work and in personal life.
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Published February 25, 2021
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August 13, 2021
The way our lives are intertwined digitally, it wouldn't be an understatement to say that we are living in the digital age. With the onset of covid, more businesses and individuals took to digital platforms for sustaining their business. In the VUCA world, it is essential to embrace the all-pervasive digital technologies and bring a shift in the long-held business principles and practices.
Winning in the Digital Age by Nitin Seth is a wonderful guide on how businesses and young professionals should approach digital transformation today. It comprises learnings from Seth's 20 years of experience tackling digital nuances, be it while leading the organisations or serving as a consultant. He lays down the seven crucial building blocks of successful digital transformation and explains each of them in great detail.
I thoroughly enjoyed the overall presentation of the book that elaborates on key insights with ease. Divided into seven sections with each of them further broken down into distinct chapters, Winning in the Digital Age is a comprehensive guide for one to read, assimilate, and apply in their work to achieve success. Slightly academic in nature but highly impactful in its approach, this book is meant for all those who wish to educate themselves on digital transformation and most importantly, how to go about it in the intricate and fast-changing world of digital.
Winning in the Digital Age by Nitin Seth is a wonderful guide on how businesses and young professionals should approach digital transformation today. It comprises learnings from Seth's 20 years of experience tackling digital nuances, be it while leading the organisations or serving as a consultant. He lays down the seven crucial building blocks of successful digital transformation and explains each of them in great detail.
I thoroughly enjoyed the overall presentation of the book that elaborates on key insights with ease. Divided into seven sections with each of them further broken down into distinct chapters, Winning in the Digital Age is a comprehensive guide for one to read, assimilate, and apply in their work to achieve success. Slightly academic in nature but highly impactful in its approach, this book is meant for all those who wish to educate themselves on digital transformation and most importantly, how to go about it in the intricate and fast-changing world of digital.
March 11, 2021
Complete waste of time and money. Book is extremely theoretical with absolutely no practical value. Also, the content is repetitive and looks copied.
August 17, 2021
When I gave my interview for my job, apart from asking all sorts of textbook questions, the chairperson suddenly asked me “tell me, what do you hate to do when it comes to working?”, I took a second to understand if that was a trap for me. I went ahead and told them I don’t like to write lengthy reports and crosscheck all the data sometimes. He smiled and told me, “well majority of the business depends on those data”.
That’s true.
I may love my “actual job”, but not necessarily the report-making portion. In all honesty, it’s boring and mundane admin work that shapes the trajectory of the workflow. Ask any young entrepreneur or big sellers, they all feel like admin work is one of the most tiresome things to do.
As a person who both works and buys things (impulsive buyer) online cannot stress enough how digital media is shaping our lives. It not only connected me with my school friends but also introduced me to the whole world of the passion-driven economy (aka social media influencing/marketing). Yes, one may love what they are doing wholeheartedly that doesn’t mean all of their love and hard work is getting converted into currency. How one strengthens their bank account depends on several factors like how one is behaving and using digital tools.
one might say oh I don’t get this AI and algorithm and don’t want to learn about it. surely, one can, but if they are focusing to earn moolahs at this age you can't just turn your back from these things.
Nitin Seth in his book focused heavily on the importance of a data-driven economy and how to use it for one’s growth. He also shared how important it is to keep on learning digital marketing tools, no wonder why there’s a sudden rise in the enrolment of AI courses of udemy and Coursera-like platforms. In a nutshell, we all want to rise high above and there’s no wrong in aiming that growth for ourselves, but growth doesn’t come on its own, one needs to keep on pursuing it and maintain it in this volatile economy.
Winning in the digital age is for anyone who wants to succeed in the corporate world or have their own business. The fun part is that the very ideas and strategies shared in this book are both encouraging and can be applied in any industry.
That’s true.
I may love my “actual job”, but not necessarily the report-making portion. In all honesty, it’s boring and mundane admin work that shapes the trajectory of the workflow. Ask any young entrepreneur or big sellers, they all feel like admin work is one of the most tiresome things to do.
As a person who both works and buys things (impulsive buyer) online cannot stress enough how digital media is shaping our lives. It not only connected me with my school friends but also introduced me to the whole world of the passion-driven economy (aka social media influencing/marketing). Yes, one may love what they are doing wholeheartedly that doesn’t mean all of their love and hard work is getting converted into currency. How one strengthens their bank account depends on several factors like how one is behaving and using digital tools.
one might say oh I don’t get this AI and algorithm and don’t want to learn about it. surely, one can, but if they are focusing to earn moolahs at this age you can't just turn your back from these things.
Nitin Seth in his book focused heavily on the importance of a data-driven economy and how to use it for one’s growth. He also shared how important it is to keep on learning digital marketing tools, no wonder why there’s a sudden rise in the enrolment of AI courses of udemy and Coursera-like platforms. In a nutshell, we all want to rise high above and there’s no wrong in aiming that growth for ourselves, but growth doesn’t come on its own, one needs to keep on pursuing it and maintain it in this volatile economy.
Winning in the digital age is for anyone who wants to succeed in the corporate world or have their own business. The fun part is that the very ideas and strategies shared in this book are both encouraging and can be applied in any industry.
November 8, 2023
A little announcement – I started my new job in the field of digital marketing about a month ago and I owe my disappearance from Instagram completely to it! But it has been such fun – playing with AI and witnessing the endless possibilities it has opened for online business.
However, seeing the tremendous pace by which AI is automating the tasks I used to do manually is equally terrifying.
This means that we are now experiencing the VUCA era, a concept that has been explored to its depth in the book “Winning in the Digital Age” by Nitin Seth.
V – Volatile
U – Uncertain
C – Complex
A – Ambiguous
At a time when, owing to the FAANG’s (Facebook, Amazon, Apple, Netflix and Google), customer expectations are skyrocketing and new competitors are emerging at an alarming rate, how do you manage to navigate your way through this digital disruption?
In his book, Seth explains why firms fail at digitization and how they can overcome this. It isn’t a straitjacket approach though. From remote working, changing org structure and eladership, automation, usage of cloud to implementation of AIML, it is a combination of everything.
The book isn’t industry specific. We all are a part of this system and it is important to understand atleast the basics of how it all works. And the book does a great job of explaining it.
It is divided into 7 sections, spanning from issues like industry curve to leadership and talent. Using theory, stats and charts; the author has conveyed his solutions in a very easy-to-understand manner.
On a personal note – I have a very hard time grasping even the simplest of IT concepts. This book took time to read, but it was easy to grasp and honestly, quite interesting to read. If you are working or pursuing higher education, then do give this a read.
However, seeing the tremendous pace by which AI is automating the tasks I used to do manually is equally terrifying.
This means that we are now experiencing the VUCA era, a concept that has been explored to its depth in the book “Winning in the Digital Age” by Nitin Seth.
V – Volatile
U – Uncertain
C – Complex
A – Ambiguous
At a time when, owing to the FAANG’s (Facebook, Amazon, Apple, Netflix and Google), customer expectations are skyrocketing and new competitors are emerging at an alarming rate, how do you manage to navigate your way through this digital disruption?
In his book, Seth explains why firms fail at digitization and how they can overcome this. It isn’t a straitjacket approach though. From remote working, changing org structure and eladership, automation, usage of cloud to implementation of AIML, it is a combination of everything.
The book isn’t industry specific. We all are a part of this system and it is important to understand atleast the basics of how it all works. And the book does a great job of explaining it.
It is divided into 7 sections, spanning from issues like industry curve to leadership and talent. Using theory, stats and charts; the author has conveyed his solutions in a very easy-to-understand manner.
On a personal note – I have a very hard time grasping even the simplest of IT concepts. This book took time to read, but it was easy to grasp and honestly, quite interesting to read. If you are working or pursuing higher education, then do give this a read.
October 21, 2021
Winning in the Digital Age: Seven Building Blocks of Successful Digital Transformation by Nitin Seth, CEO, Incedo Technologies is a practical handbook for understanding and winning in the post-COVID digital age and becoming a 21st century leader. Nitin brings in this book his 25+ years of experience in leadership roles in world-class firms like Mckinsey and Fidelity and Digital natives like Flipkart and Incedo. He presents compelling insights and practical examples and answers key questions on how enterprises can win in the Digital Age. He presents Digital Age as VUCA meaning Volatile, Uncertain, Complex and Ambiguous. The book is based on the 7 building blocks of business principle and each block is talked in vivid details. The book is a practitioner's guide for people across all age groups - students, young professionals, experienced professionals, senior executives on how they can realise the amazing opportunities the digital age offers them and achieve their true potential at work and in personal life. He talks about various aspects taking examples from both the companies who are thriving and the ones who are struggling to make ends meet. He says that customer experience and design are the starting points of a digital initiative and that personalisation of experience is a key value driver. The book covers all the aspects of running a business in a world transforming into a digital age. It is a must read for anyone who is planning to start a business or is running one. The author writes in an easy to understand language even for people who don't come from a business background making the technical terms simple by referring to his experience and industry examples.
August 21, 2021
Digitalisation has transformed our lives in more ways than one. While it has proved advantageous in many aspects, it's disadvantages cannot be ignored. In this book, the author attempts to answer key questions on how to win in the digital age.
He brings clarity to the digital marketing process by breaking it down into seven building blocks:
1. New Rules of Business
2. Industry Maturity Curves
3. Digital Technologies
4. Global Model Delivery
5. Organizational Transformation
6. Entrepreneurial Leadership
7. Next-generation Talent
He also talks about the processes to master the above blocks, based on his experience both at large global firms and digital natives.
The author has developed a complete guide to digital transformation in the context of leadership, cultural, organizational, operational and technical challenges that are the central issues in smooth functioning of the process. He characterizes the digital age as the VUCA (Volatile, Uncertain, Complex and Ambiguous) model.
This book is immensely useful for all business and tech leaders and management students. The book is well-structured and thoroughly researched!
He brings clarity to the digital marketing process by breaking it down into seven building blocks:
1. New Rules of Business
2. Industry Maturity Curves
3. Digital Technologies
4. Global Model Delivery
5. Organizational Transformation
6. Entrepreneurial Leadership
7. Next-generation Talent
He also talks about the processes to master the above blocks, based on his experience both at large global firms and digital natives.
The author has developed a complete guide to digital transformation in the context of leadership, cultural, organizational, operational and technical challenges that are the central issues in smooth functioning of the process. He characterizes the digital age as the VUCA (Volatile, Uncertain, Complex and Ambiguous) model.
This book is immensely useful for all business and tech leaders and management students. The book is well-structured and thoroughly researched!
August 28, 2021
Winning in the Digital age
By Nitin Seth
This book comes from the well known personality, CEO OF INCEDO Inc, Mr. Nitin Seth.
Today's modern age is the age of digital revolution. If you can compete here effectively you can be successful in life. This book presents in an arranged way the seven building blocks of succcessful digital transformation.
Even if being digital is fundamental nowadays, it is still complex in many of its aspects. The author lucidly and step by step answers key questions on how to win in the digital age.
You get to learn the new rules of business through understanding key principles and priorities for enterprises, facts on maximizing return from technology, having a framework of digital transformation, digital transformation across industries, technology building blocks, transforming the organization, leadership and lastly what's his advice to young professionals.
Here you will find essential answers to some questions that may arise in the minds of entrepreneurs .
The chapters bring clarity in the process and break the process down in steps to master them and these are based on the author's own experiences.
This is an excellent book full of knowledge based on research and data to have insights into digital technology based world and understand its current status and it's flow.
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By Nitin Seth
This book comes from the well known personality, CEO OF INCEDO Inc, Mr. Nitin Seth.
Today's modern age is the age of digital revolution. If you can compete here effectively you can be successful in life. This book presents in an arranged way the seven building blocks of succcessful digital transformation.
Even if being digital is fundamental nowadays, it is still complex in many of its aspects. The author lucidly and step by step answers key questions on how to win in the digital age.
You get to learn the new rules of business through understanding key principles and priorities for enterprises, facts on maximizing return from technology, having a framework of digital transformation, digital transformation across industries, technology building blocks, transforming the organization, leadership and lastly what's his advice to young professionals.
Here you will find essential answers to some questions that may arise in the minds of entrepreneurs .
The chapters bring clarity in the process and break the process down in steps to master them and these are based on the author's own experiences.
This is an excellent book full of knowledge based on research and data to have insights into digital technology based world and understand its current status and it's flow.
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July 30, 2021
How to stand out in this world of digital transformation? Is it that "do or die" situation for your business?
Covid-19 has changed the world-class human life and lifestyle. It has affected economy system. But digital transformation is something which has overshadowed everything.
Winning in The Digital Age by Nitin Seth tries to cover questions related to this transformation. With insightful information and infographics each chapter is divided into small sections and ends with a summary section.
Mainly this book is divided into two part. one part is about the 7 building blocks and the other one is about how to deal with them.
Some important topics like organizational alignment, Global Delivery Model, leadership are touched too.
Being someone from this field over 25 years, Nitin knows what he's talking about and also tries to make it easy-to-follow.
This book is for everyone who wants to learn about the opportunities that this transformation age has to offer.
Covid-19 has changed the world-class human life and lifestyle. It has affected economy system. But digital transformation is something which has overshadowed everything.
Winning in The Digital Age by Nitin Seth tries to cover questions related to this transformation. With insightful information and infographics each chapter is divided into small sections and ends with a summary section.
Mainly this book is divided into two part. one part is about the 7 building blocks and the other one is about how to deal with them.
Some important topics like organizational alignment, Global Delivery Model, leadership are touched too.
Being someone from this field over 25 years, Nitin knows what he's talking about and also tries to make it easy-to-follow.
This book is for everyone who wants to learn about the opportunities that this transformation age has to offer.
July 24, 2021
What does it take for a business to thrive in the digital age?
What is it like for a legacy organization to adopt a complete digital transformation?
What are the challenges digital natives face?
These are some of the many questions the book ‘Winning in the Digital Age’ answers. The author, Nitin Seth is the CEO of Incedo Inc., a company that helps drive #digitaltransformation (from strategy to execution) for their clients. Nitin’s decades of experience working to develop digital #strategy for clients at McKinsey & Company, driving strategy for Fidelity Investments and learning new rules of business at Flipkart has helped the shape the book into a Must-Read for anyone who wants to develop a career in digital transformation or leaders who want to make themselves and their teams ready to thrive in the digital age.
Seth’s learnings and insights from hands-on experience has been divided into the 7 building blocks for successfully executing digital transformations in organizations. Each of these blocks talk about different dimensions that one needs to consider while building themselves and their organizations to adopt digital strategy.
While most organizations try to embed technology in their existing functions, Seth stresses how the rules of business have changed in the VUCA world and end-to-end digital revamp is impossible without understanding these new rules. It includes the changing needs of customers, data explosion and the speed with which new products and services are being created and going obsolete.
When we talk about digital technologies such as cloud, blockchain, AI, etc. we need to be mindful that these are interdependent technologies. Designing CX, improving operational efficiencies, delving into new distribution channels are some areas where digital technologies can make a positive impact. Seth has dedicated one entire block to talk about the areas that can be digitally transformed using technology assets.
Seth also comments on the changing mindset of customers and how the millennials and Gen Z customers are more digitally minded now. While segmentation of customers was what marketers would do previously to determine the value offered, the era is slowly closing on to personalization for customers. This puts a greater stress on handling data and importance of data analytics and AI measurable increase.
It is Seth’s writing style that totally stands out for me. The book reads out like an interesting TED talk and is extremely effective in helping you create a vision in your head. Instead of giving you a plan for stepping into digital transformation, Seth shows you the way that will help you create your own custom plan. The book is full of inspiring and eye-opening anecdotes that will help you rethink your strategy. If there is one Business non-fiction you want to read this month, let it be ‘Winning in the Digital Age’ because it will definitely set you in the right track towards making your mark in the digital era.
What is it like for a legacy organization to adopt a complete digital transformation?
What are the challenges digital natives face?
These are some of the many questions the book ‘Winning in the Digital Age’ answers. The author, Nitin Seth is the CEO of Incedo Inc., a company that helps drive #digitaltransformation (from strategy to execution) for their clients. Nitin’s decades of experience working to develop digital #strategy for clients at McKinsey & Company, driving strategy for Fidelity Investments and learning new rules of business at Flipkart has helped the shape the book into a Must-Read for anyone who wants to develop a career in digital transformation or leaders who want to make themselves and their teams ready to thrive in the digital age.
Seth’s learnings and insights from hands-on experience has been divided into the 7 building blocks for successfully executing digital transformations in organizations. Each of these blocks talk about different dimensions that one needs to consider while building themselves and their organizations to adopt digital strategy.
While most organizations try to embed technology in their existing functions, Seth stresses how the rules of business have changed in the VUCA world and end-to-end digital revamp is impossible without understanding these new rules. It includes the changing needs of customers, data explosion and the speed with which new products and services are being created and going obsolete.
When we talk about digital technologies such as cloud, blockchain, AI, etc. we need to be mindful that these are interdependent technologies. Designing CX, improving operational efficiencies, delving into new distribution channels are some areas where digital technologies can make a positive impact. Seth has dedicated one entire block to talk about the areas that can be digitally transformed using technology assets.
Seth also comments on the changing mindset of customers and how the millennials and Gen Z customers are more digitally minded now. While segmentation of customers was what marketers would do previously to determine the value offered, the era is slowly closing on to personalization for customers. This puts a greater stress on handling data and importance of data analytics and AI measurable increase.
It is Seth’s writing style that totally stands out for me. The book reads out like an interesting TED talk and is extremely effective in helping you create a vision in your head. Instead of giving you a plan for stepping into digital transformation, Seth shows you the way that will help you create your own custom plan. The book is full of inspiring and eye-opening anecdotes that will help you rethink your strategy. If there is one Business non-fiction you want to read this month, let it be ‘Winning in the Digital Age’ because it will definitely set you in the right track towards making your mark in the digital era.
October 19, 2023
Winning in the Digital Age by Nitin Seth stands as an invaluable compass for both businesses and aspiring professionals stepping into the realm of digital transformation. With a reservoir of insights from Seth's two-decade journey immersed in leadership and consulting roles, the book meticulously navigates the intricate nuances of the digital domain. Seth meticulously unfolds the seven indispensable pillars pivotal to a triumphant digital transformation, offering thorough explanations for each.
The book's overarching presentation effortlessly elucidates key insights, presenting an immensely enjoyable reading experience. Its structure, partitioned into seven sections, further divided into distinct chapters, renders it a comprehensive guide for readers striving to internalize and implement these principles on their path to success. While possessing a slightly academic demeanor, the book's approach resonates with significant impact. It caters to the ardent learners, aiming to equip themselves with the knowledge necessary for understanding digital transformation and maneuvering through the complex, ever-evolving digital landscape.
Business and tech leaders, alongside management students, will discover immense value within the pages of this meticulously researched and well-structured book. The language flows with ease and clarity, enhancing the overall reading pleasure. Personally, I found the book highly engaging and wholeheartedly recommend it.
For anyone seeking their passion amidst this digital age, I wholeheartedly recommend approaching this book not merely as a novel but as an insightful case study.
The book's overarching presentation effortlessly elucidates key insights, presenting an immensely enjoyable reading experience. Its structure, partitioned into seven sections, further divided into distinct chapters, renders it a comprehensive guide for readers striving to internalize and implement these principles on their path to success. While possessing a slightly academic demeanor, the book's approach resonates with significant impact. It caters to the ardent learners, aiming to equip themselves with the knowledge necessary for understanding digital transformation and maneuvering through the complex, ever-evolving digital landscape.
Business and tech leaders, alongside management students, will discover immense value within the pages of this meticulously researched and well-structured book. The language flows with ease and clarity, enhancing the overall reading pleasure. Personally, I found the book highly engaging and wholeheartedly recommend it.
For anyone seeking their passion amidst this digital age, I wholeheartedly recommend approaching this book not merely as a novel but as an insightful case study.
August 27, 2024
Winning in the Digital Age" by Nitin Seth is a must-read for anyone navigating the complexities of digital transformation. As the CEO of Incedo Technologies, Seth draws on his extensive 25+ years of experience at world-class firms like McKinsey, Fidelity, Flipkart, and Incedo to offer a comprehensive guide to succeeding in the rapidly changing digital landscape.
The book is structured around seven key building blocks essential for thriving in the volatile, uncertain, complex, and ambiguous (VUCA) world of the digital age. Seth masterfully blends theory with practical insights, using real-world examples from both thriving and struggling companies to illustrate his points. His emphasis on customer experience, design, and personalization as critical drivers of digital initiatives is particularly compelling.
What sets this book apart is its accessibility. Seth’s writing is clear and engaging, making complex concepts understandable even for those without a business background. Whether you’re a student, young professional, or seasoned executive, this book provides valuable strategies to unlock your potential and succeed in both your professional and personal life.
"Winning in the Digital Age" is not just a guide; it's a roadmap for becoming a 21st-century leader. If you’re looking to understand and capitalize on the opportunities of the digital age, this book is one of the best resources available.
The book is structured around seven key building blocks essential for thriving in the volatile, uncertain, complex, and ambiguous (VUCA) world of the digital age. Seth masterfully blends theory with practical insights, using real-world examples from both thriving and struggling companies to illustrate his points. His emphasis on customer experience, design, and personalization as critical drivers of digital initiatives is particularly compelling.
What sets this book apart is its accessibility. Seth’s writing is clear and engaging, making complex concepts understandable even for those without a business background. Whether you’re a student, young professional, or seasoned executive, this book provides valuable strategies to unlock your potential and succeed in both your professional and personal life.
"Winning in the Digital Age" is not just a guide; it's a roadmap for becoming a 21st-century leader. If you’re looking to understand and capitalize on the opportunities of the digital age, this book is one of the best resources available.
October 18, 2021
"Winning in the Digital Age" is divided into seven parts, and each part is further divided into various chapters. It can be your best guide to achieve success. The content of this book is a bit academic, but the key points are very relevant. Digitalization has transformed our lives in more ways than one. While it has proved advantageous in many aspects, its disadvantages cannot be ignored. In this book, the author attempts to answer key questions on how to win in the digital age. This is an excellent book full of knowledge based on research and data to have insights into the digital technology-based world and understand its current status and its flow. The book is very insightful for every working professional. The author captures the current megatrends well in his book. I like the way this book described how to win in this VUCA digital world. The technologies which will play a key role for any enterprise or individual for digital transformation.
This book is immensely useful for all business and tech leaders and management students. The book is well-structured and thoroughly researched! Language is very easy and lucid and the writing style is so perfect. I have enjoyed reading the book.
I would recommend this book to all those who are trying to find their passion in this digital age and request them to not read it as a novel but as a case study.
This book is immensely useful for all business and tech leaders and management students. The book is well-structured and thoroughly researched! Language is very easy and lucid and the writing style is so perfect. I have enjoyed reading the book.
I would recommend this book to all those who are trying to find their passion in this digital age and request them to not read it as a novel but as a case study.
November 8, 2023
In today's world, staying relevant requires adapting to the digital evolution.
In the book “Winning in the Digital Age,” Nitin Seth offers his insight on how to make it past the complexities of digital transformation. Nitin Seth has vast experience in the field of businesses including digital natives like Flipkart and Incedo. His extensive expertise, outlines seven building blocks that are crucial for success in today's world.
The book is easy to follow with a well-structured layout. The book dives into detail on each of the seven key building along with offering practical examples. The style of writing is clear but engaging. He makes it simple to understand complex concepts.
One powerful aspect of this book is its focus on practicality over theory. There’s more to it than simply discussing all the latest tools and technologies available. The book also gives guidance on how to effectively implement them, as well as addressing challenges that companies face when going through digital transformation and how to overcome them.
This book is a valuable resource for anyone interested in learning more about digital transformation. However, it especially caters to business leaders, entrepreneurs, and professionals who are looking for guidance on adapting their organizations to meet today’s demands.
In the book “Winning in the Digital Age,” Nitin Seth offers his insight on how to make it past the complexities of digital transformation. Nitin Seth has vast experience in the field of businesses including digital natives like Flipkart and Incedo. His extensive expertise, outlines seven building blocks that are crucial for success in today's world.
The book is easy to follow with a well-structured layout. The book dives into detail on each of the seven key building along with offering practical examples. The style of writing is clear but engaging. He makes it simple to understand complex concepts.
One powerful aspect of this book is its focus on practicality over theory. There’s more to it than simply discussing all the latest tools and technologies available. The book also gives guidance on how to effectively implement them, as well as addressing challenges that companies face when going through digital transformation and how to overcome them.
This book is a valuable resource for anyone interested in learning more about digital transformation. However, it especially caters to business leaders, entrepreneurs, and professionals who are looking for guidance on adapting their organizations to meet today’s demands.
August 16, 2021
Book Review - 'Winning in the digital age by @nitin Seth
Doing a virtual MBA, I realised the importance of digitalisation and how the outbreak of Covid force organisations to go digital.
In the world of VUCA, organisations need to embrace ubiquitous digital technologies and change long-standing business principles and practices to survive.
I picked Nitin Seth’s 'Winning in the Digital Age' as a guide on how to deal with digital transformation and how businesses and young entrepreneurs are applying these principles to grow and prosper in the business market.
Reading about Seth's 20 years of experience in dealing with digital nuances from leading an organization to working as a consultant. It made me understand the basic pillars of successful digital transformation and how each pillar works in detail.
"Winning in the Digital Age" is divided into seven parts, and each part is further divided into various chapters. It can be your best guide to achieve success. The content of this book is a bit academic, but the key points are very relevant.
I would recommend this book to all those who are trying to find their passion in this digital age and request them to not read it as a novel but as a case study.
Rating: 4/5
Doing a virtual MBA, I realised the importance of digitalisation and how the outbreak of Covid force organisations to go digital.
In the world of VUCA, organisations need to embrace ubiquitous digital technologies and change long-standing business principles and practices to survive.
I picked Nitin Seth’s 'Winning in the Digital Age' as a guide on how to deal with digital transformation and how businesses and young entrepreneurs are applying these principles to grow and prosper in the business market.
Reading about Seth's 20 years of experience in dealing with digital nuances from leading an organization to working as a consultant. It made me understand the basic pillars of successful digital transformation and how each pillar works in detail.
"Winning in the Digital Age" is divided into seven parts, and each part is further divided into various chapters. It can be your best guide to achieve success. The content of this book is a bit academic, but the key points are very relevant.
I would recommend this book to all those who are trying to find their passion in this digital age and request them to not read it as a novel but as a case study.
Rating: 4/5
September 5, 2021
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The world of business has seen paradigm shifts due to the Industrial Age and the Information Technology Age in the past centuries. The twenty first century looks ahead to a new era, the Age of Digitization and in order to stay relevant, businesses have to adapt to the digital world.
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Digitization is a vast term making it difficult to understand and even more to implement. This has been addressed by the author by breaking digital transformation into seven building blocks. Further, the concept of VUCA (familiar one for management graduates) and its impact has been discussed in various sectors such as Banking, Wealth Management, Telecom, etc. One concept I would specifically highlight is the "two speed" approach which I believe is not only relevant to organizations but also useful in the development of our careers and personal life.
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The book is recommended to management students as they would be able to grasp and relate well to the concepts discussed. It would also serve as a comprehensive guide to entrepreneurs and business leaders who are venturing into the digital world of business. Said that, a piece of advice to the readers would be to read the book slowly more like a textbook which is something I would be doing by referring to it in the times to come.
The world of business has seen paradigm shifts due to the Industrial Age and the Information Technology Age in the past centuries. The twenty first century looks ahead to a new era, the Age of Digitization and in order to stay relevant, businesses have to adapt to the digital world.
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Digitization is a vast term making it difficult to understand and even more to implement. This has been addressed by the author by breaking digital transformation into seven building blocks. Further, the concept of VUCA (familiar one for management graduates) and its impact has been discussed in various sectors such as Banking, Wealth Management, Telecom, etc. One concept I would specifically highlight is the "two speed" approach which I believe is not only relevant to organizations but also useful in the development of our careers and personal life.
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The book is recommended to management students as they would be able to grasp and relate well to the concepts discussed. It would also serve as a comprehensive guide to entrepreneurs and business leaders who are venturing into the digital world of business. Said that, a piece of advice to the readers would be to read the book slowly more like a textbook which is something I would be doing by referring to it in the times to come.
November 21, 2021
Winning in the Digital Age: Seven Building Blocks of Successful Digital Transformation by Nitin Seth, CEO, Incedo is a book that introduces the readers with the Internet and other modern technological innovations that have had significant effects on the global business landscape, particularly the components of e-business: business to business commerce, business to consumer commerce, and internal business processes. Nitin adds his 25+ years of experience and expertise at world-class businesses like McKinsey and Fidelity, as well as web giants like Flipkart and Incedo, to this book. He shares intriguing ideas and real-world examples, as well as addresses critical concerns about how businesses can succeed in the digital age.
In this age where digital is reinventing everything, he talks about the reshaping of businesses to meet the expectations of the digital age.
Covid 19 revolutionised the way people saw the world and maintaining a business in the middle of it was exceptionally hard for everyone. Seth presents a guidebook full of strategies that are backed up by theoretical knowledge.
It also addresses how business demands not simply planning but also significant changes in an individual's thinking and lifestyle. It trains you to be open to new experiences.
In this age where digital is reinventing everything, he talks about the reshaping of businesses to meet the expectations of the digital age.
Covid 19 revolutionised the way people saw the world and maintaining a business in the middle of it was exceptionally hard for everyone. Seth presents a guidebook full of strategies that are backed up by theoretical knowledge.
It also addresses how business demands not simply planning but also significant changes in an individual's thinking and lifestyle. It trains you to be open to new experiences.
November 29, 2021
Digital marketing is growing fast and this book is a holy grail for all non fiction lovers and people who love reading about digital age! This book talks about digital transformation and elucidates on how business has to cope up with the latest trends in digital age.
Nitin Seth covers up significant points like omni channel marketing strategy and accelerating sales with different sales ideas in digital marketing age.
The author has covered points like customer experience is necessary in e-commerce sites to escalate sales in digital marketing.
Every chapter revolves around essential topics that every digital marketer should learn to evolve in the digital age.
'Winning in the Digital Age' by Nitin Seth is an important non-fiction book lovers! If you are an entrepreneur, read this book to gain more deep insights.
July 29, 2021
This in brief guides the readers about digital transformation, that is taking place at a large scale and why many companies fail to cope up with the transformation. What is digital literacy? Why it is must for companies if they thrive to stay in the competitive market and why it is a crucial factor in the success. This tries to bring the information together that is needed for one to develop new skills and build a sustainable community. This book explains in detail about the information one needs to know and presents how a reader can learn new skills. I liked the layout of the chapters and the concepts presented for young entrepreneurs. I recommend this for those who are unfamiliar with the digital concepts and to those who want to improve their skills.
February 12, 2023
Ok! So not a very big fan of Non - fiction stuff, but got it as an assignment to read it in my college. The way our lives have become hugely dependent on digitization and new ways of marketting , customer retention and customer centric approach, is explained in depths in the book by Nitin Seth. He himself has worked in a lot of big conglomerates and has hands on experience of seeing the transformation of a traditional firm to a digital firm. A good read to get started for the beginners.
Giving it only 3 stars as I got quite bored reading it, as I am not a very big fan of non-fiction. People who are fiction lovers would understand ;)
Giving it only 3 stars as I got quite bored reading it, as I am not a very big fan of non-fiction. People who are fiction lovers would understand ;)
June 27, 2025
I read the first chapters and I did not like it. I found it to be something a chatbot could have produced easily. Either completely obvious or vague clichés in my mind.
I struggled to keep reading and skimmed the rest of the book. I'm not sure what I Iearned.
If you are into this topic look else where. e.g. "what would Google do?".
I struggled to keep reading and skimmed the rest of the book. I'm not sure what I Iearned.
If you are into this topic look else where. e.g. "what would Google do?".
August 25, 2024
Some really good ideas, huge section focusing on global delivery centres in India, which wasn't what I was looking for. Also, in-depth references to Indian culture. May not be the right audience for the book
April 13, 2021
A wonderful guide for Executives and even those on the learning curve of Digital Transformation on how to get the best out of Digital based on some really practical aspects and principles.
July 4, 2021
Detailed but very repetitive.
February 28, 2022
Nitin has poured his heart out in this book and shared valuable experiences in his journey as an entrepreneur. Lucky to have come across this book.
July 28, 2022
Nice read on digital transformation and also general management and personal development !!
May 30, 2023
Am lucky I found this book.
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