The future of IT: Four points on why digital transformation is a big deal

For the IT sector, the concept of digital transformation represents a time for evolution, revolution and opportunity, according to Information Technology Association of Canada (ITAC) president Robert Watson. The new president for the technology association made the statements at last week's IDC Directions and CanadianCIO Symposium in Toronto. The tech trends event was co-hosted by ITWC and IDC with support from ITAC. Notable sessions included the ITWC-moderated Digital Transformation panel -- which featured veteran CIOs discussing the digital transformation opportunities and challenges-- and IDC Canada's Nigel Wallis outlining why Canadian business models should shift to reap IoT rewards. Digital transformation refers to the changes associated with the application of digital technology in all aspects of human society; the overarching event theme focused on digital transformation as more than mere buzzword, but as process that tech leaders and organizations should already be adopting.