Leading Change in the Era of Digital Transformation - Rome 24 November 2025
: 15Introduction:
Amid the rapid digital transformation sweeping across organizations, change management has become a pivotal leadership skill for the success of any digital initiative.
Transformation is no longer just about adopting new technologies — it is a journey of cultural and organizational change led by leaders who possess both technological awareness and strategic vision.
This program helps IT leaders understand the modern dynamics of change and apply digital leadership tools to ensure a smooth transition toward a more efficient and innovative organizational future.
Course Objectives:
General Objective:
To empower IT managers to lead and manage change effectively within digital transformation environments by adopting innovative strategies that bridge the human and technological aspects, ensuring sustainable impact.
Specific Objectives:
- Analyze the concept of organizational change and its dimensions within the context of digital transformation.
- Identify modern models and strategies for change management (such as the Kotter and ADKAR models).
- Understand the relationship between digital leadership and agile organizational culture.
- Design a roadmap for leading change in technological and digital transformation projects.
- Address resistance to change and turn it into opportunities for improvement.
- Utilize digital analytics and artificial intelligence tools to support change-related decisions.
- Build digital teams capable of continuous adaptation and learning.
Scientific Themes:
Module 1: Concepts of Change and Digital Transformation
- Introduction to organizational change and its importance in the modern business environment
- The difference between administrative change and digital transformation
- Stages in the evolution of change management
- Driving forces of change in the digital revolution era (Artificial Intelligence, Automation, Big Data)
- Case studies of organizations that successfully led digital change
Module 2: Leading Change – Models and Tools
- Essential leadership skills for effective change management
- Kotter’s Model for leading change
- ADKAR Model for organizational change management
- How to develop an effective communication plan throughout the change journey
- Practical Workshop: Diagnosing the state of change within the participant’s work environment
Module 3: Managing Resistance to Change and Building a Digital Culture
- Understanding the drivers and types of resistance to change
- Strategies for handling resistance and transforming it into support
- Building an organizational culture that fosters innovation and experimentation
- The leader as a catalyst for mental and behavioral transformation
- Balancing technology and human factors in change management
Module 4: Tools and Techniques to Support Digital Change
- Transitioning to digital platforms for project and change management
- Applications of Artificial Intelligence and Data Analytics to support change decisions
- Risk management in digital transformation projects
- Process automation and streamlining procedures for faster results
- Workshop: Developing a digital change management plan for a business unit
Module 5: The Organizational Change Leadership Roadmap
- Designing an integrated roadmap for change (from concept to execution)
- Success measures and performance indicators (KPIs) in change management
- The role of top leadership in supporting transformation programs
- Developing internal communication and motivation strategies
- Final Practical Exercise: Creating an organizational change leadership plan