This study explores the profound impact of digital transformation on enterprise risk management. It highlights the shifting dynamics of supply and demand influenced by technological advancements, evolving customer preferences, geopolitical tensions, and regulatory developments. Beyond building digital infrastructure, digital transformation requires organizations to rethink strategic decisions, business processes, and the legal and ethical frameworks governing operations. The paper identifies critical risk areas amplified by digital transformation, including cybersecurity, data privacy, compliance, labor, third-party dependencies, business continuity, environmental sustainability, and regulatory challenges. These risks are notable not for their novelty but for their far-reaching impact and rapid propagation, exemplified by significant global IT outages caused by seemingly minor technical issues. The article underscores the need for organizations to move beyond superficial digital updates and adopt transformative approaches to business models, processes, and structures. It offers actionable strategies for leaders to navigate the complexities of rapid technological change and turn emerging risks into opportunities.

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The Impact of Emerging Technologies and the Future of Risk Management: A Strategic Perspective

  • Halis Kiral,
  • Gökhan Yılmaz

摘要

This study explores the profound impact of digital transformation on enterprise risk management. It highlights the shifting dynamics of supply and demand influenced by technological advancements, evolving customer preferences, geopolitical tensions, and regulatory developments. Beyond building digital infrastructure, digital transformation requires organizations to rethink strategic decisions, business processes, and the legal and ethical frameworks governing operations. The paper identifies critical risk areas amplified by digital transformation, including cybersecurity, data privacy, compliance, labor, third-party dependencies, business continuity, environmental sustainability, and regulatory challenges. These risks are notable not for their novelty but for their far-reaching impact and rapid propagation, exemplified by significant global IT outages caused by seemingly minor technical issues. The article underscores the need for organizations to move beyond superficial digital updates and adopt transformative approaches to business models, processes, and structures. It offers actionable strategies for leaders to navigate the complexities of rapid technological change and turn emerging risks into opportunities.