GITNUXREPORT 2025

Digital Transformation In The Information Industry Statistics

Most organizations invest heavily in digital transformation enhances efficiency, revenue, and customer engagement.

Jannik Linder

Co-Founder of Gitnux, specialized in content and tech since 2016.

First published: April 29, 2025

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65% of executives believe digital transformation has led to increased revenue

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80% of companies reported that digital transformation has improved their operational efficiency

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52% of organizations indicate that their digital transformation efforts are still in progress or not yet fully realized

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The average lifespan of a digital transformation project is approximately 3 years

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Digital transformation has contributed to a 25% reduction in operational costs for 50% of companies

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35% of organizations lack the necessary digital skills to execute successful transformation projects

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80% of businesses have experienced a cultural shift due to digital transformation efforts

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52% of organizations report that digital transformation has led to improved employee productivity

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48% of companies believe digital transformation has improved their ability to innovate

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83% of businesses note that customer expectations are the primary driver for digital transformation efforts

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57% of companies track the ROI of their digital transformation initiatives

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62% of organizations report that digital transformation improves their ability to attract and retain digital talent

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50% of organizations say that digital transformation has led to the development of new business models

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82% of companies see digital transformation as a continuous process rather than a one-time project

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40% of employees feel more empowered in their roles after digital transformation initiatives

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77% of organizations report that digital transformation has improved customer satisfaction

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78% of companies state that digital transformation has improved their agility and ability to respond to market changes

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83% of organizations report that ongoing digital transformation initiatives require cultural change within the company

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45% of digital transformation projects have faced delays due to organizational resistance

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89% of organizations have adopted a digital-first approach to improve customer experience

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Global spending on digital transformation is projected to reach $2.8 trillion in 2024

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70% of IT budgets are now allocated to digital transformation initiatives

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The number of digitally transformed enterprises increased by 40% between 2020 and 2023

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AI and machine learning are the top technologies adopted in digital transformation, with 70% of companies leveraging them

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90% of organizations believe that digital transformation is crucial to their future success

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Cloud computing is a fundamental enabler for 75% of digital transformation initiatives

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85% of organizations use agile methods in their digital transformation processes

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78% of businesses see digital transformation as a way to improve data-driven decision-making

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66% of organizations have increased their investment in automation tools as part of digital transformation

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The adoption rate of IoT in digital transformation projects is at 60%

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45% of organizations have integrated big data analytics into their digital transformation strategy

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70% of digital transformation initiatives focus on enhancing customer engagement

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60% of organizations plan to increase their digital transformation budgets by at least 20% in 2024

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65% of enterprises are investing in robotic process automation as part of digital transformation

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72% of executives see digital transformation as essential for competitive advantage in their industry

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75% of organizations believe that digital transformation will be key to their long-term survival

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65% of organizations use DevOps practices to accelerate digital transformation

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73% of organizations adopted cloud-native applications to modernize infrastructure

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The use of digital twins in industrial applications grew by 40% from 2020 to 2023

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68% of organizations work with external partners to accelerate digital transformation

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54% of companies have increased their investment in digital training and reskilling programs

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61% of organizations have adopted edge computing in their digital transformation efforts

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Customer data platforms (CDPs) are used by 65% of companies undergoing digital transformation to unify customer data

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The use of predictive analytics in digital transformation initiatives increased by 50% from 2020 to 2023

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The global digital transformation market size is expected to reach $1,978 billion by 2030

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54% of firms plan to adopt 5G technology by 2025 to support digital transformation

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The number of digital transformation projects using blockchain technology increased by 30% between 2020 and 2023

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60% of CIOs report that cybersecurity concerns are a major impediment to digital transformation

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55% of companies report that legacy systems are a barrier to digital transformation

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86% of CIOs cite data security as a top concern during digital transformation

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84% of companies combine multiple digital technologies for integrated transformation

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Key Highlights

89% of organizations have adopted a digital-first approach to improve customer experience
Global spending on digital transformation is projected to reach $2.8 trillion in 2024
70% of IT budgets are now allocated to digital transformation initiatives
65% of executives believe digital transformation has led to increased revenue
80% of companies reported that digital transformation has improved their operational efficiency
52% of organizations indicate that their digital transformation efforts are still in progress or not yet fully realized
The number of digitally transformed enterprises increased by 40% between 2020 and 2023
AI and machine learning are the top technologies adopted in digital transformation, with 70% of companies leveraging them
90% of organizations believe that digital transformation is crucial to their future success
60% of CIOs report that cybersecurity concerns are a major impediment to digital transformation
Cloud computing is a fundamental enabler for 75% of digital transformation initiatives
The average lifespan of a digital transformation project is approximately 3 years
85% of organizations use agile methods in their digital transformation processes

With 89% of organizations embracing a digital-first mindset and the global digital transformation market projected to reach nearly $2 trillion by 2030, it’s clear that digital transformation is revolutionizing the information industry—driving innovation, boosting revenue, and reshaping how businesses operate in an ever-evolving digital landscape.

Business Impact and Organizational Culture

65% of executives believe digital transformation has led to increased revenue
80% of companies reported that digital transformation has improved their operational efficiency
52% of organizations indicate that their digital transformation efforts are still in progress or not yet fully realized
The average lifespan of a digital transformation project is approximately 3 years
Digital transformation has contributed to a 25% reduction in operational costs for 50% of companies
35% of organizations lack the necessary digital skills to execute successful transformation projects
80% of businesses have experienced a cultural shift due to digital transformation efforts
52% of organizations report that digital transformation has led to improved employee productivity
48% of companies believe digital transformation has improved their ability to innovate
83% of businesses note that customer expectations are the primary driver for digital transformation efforts
57% of companies track the ROI of their digital transformation initiatives
62% of organizations report that digital transformation improves their ability to attract and retain digital talent
50% of organizations say that digital transformation has led to the development of new business models
82% of companies see digital transformation as a continuous process rather than a one-time project
40% of employees feel more empowered in their roles after digital transformation initiatives
77% of organizations report that digital transformation has improved customer satisfaction
78% of companies state that digital transformation has improved their agility and ability to respond to market changes
83% of organizations report that ongoing digital transformation initiatives require cultural change within the company
45% of digital transformation projects have faced delays due to organizational resistance

Business Impact and Organizational Culture Interpretation

While digital transformation promises increased revenue, efficiencies, and customer satisfaction, over half of initiatives are still works in progress—highlighting that in the race to innovate, many companies are still trying to digitize not just their processes, but also their cultural DNA.

Digital Adoption and Investment

89% of organizations have adopted a digital-first approach to improve customer experience
Global spending on digital transformation is projected to reach $2.8 trillion in 2024
70% of IT budgets are now allocated to digital transformation initiatives
The number of digitally transformed enterprises increased by 40% between 2020 and 2023
AI and machine learning are the top technologies adopted in digital transformation, with 70% of companies leveraging them
90% of organizations believe that digital transformation is crucial to their future success
Cloud computing is a fundamental enabler for 75% of digital transformation initiatives
85% of organizations use agile methods in their digital transformation processes
78% of businesses see digital transformation as a way to improve data-driven decision-making
66% of organizations have increased their investment in automation tools as part of digital transformation
The adoption rate of IoT in digital transformation projects is at 60%
45% of organizations have integrated big data analytics into their digital transformation strategy
70% of digital transformation initiatives focus on enhancing customer engagement
60% of organizations plan to increase their digital transformation budgets by at least 20% in 2024
65% of enterprises are investing in robotic process automation as part of digital transformation
72% of executives see digital transformation as essential for competitive advantage in their industry
75% of organizations believe that digital transformation will be key to their long-term survival
65% of organizations use DevOps practices to accelerate digital transformation
73% of organizations adopted cloud-native applications to modernize infrastructure
The use of digital twins in industrial applications grew by 40% from 2020 to 2023
68% of organizations work with external partners to accelerate digital transformation
54% of companies have increased their investment in digital training and reskilling programs
61% of organizations have adopted edge computing in their digital transformation efforts

Digital Adoption and Investment Interpretation

With 89% of organizations embracing a digital-first ethos and a projected $2.8 trillion investment in 2024, it's clear that digital transformation is not just a tech trend but the new baseline for future business survival and competitive edge—in other words, ignoring this seismic shift risks being left in the analog dust.

Market Trends and Future Outlook

Customer data platforms (CDPs) are used by 65% of companies undergoing digital transformation to unify customer data
The use of predictive analytics in digital transformation initiatives increased by 50% from 2020 to 2023
The global digital transformation market size is expected to reach $1,978 billion by 2030
54% of firms plan to adopt 5G technology by 2025 to support digital transformation
The number of digital transformation projects using blockchain technology increased by 30% between 2020 and 2023

Market Trends and Future Outlook Interpretation

As the digital transformation juggernaut accelerates—fueled by 65% of companies unifying customer data through CDPs, a 50% jump in predictive analytics adoption, and a 30% rise in blockchain projects—businesses are racing toward a $1.98 trillion market by 2030, with 54% gearing up to harness 5G's power by 2025, illustrating that in the digital age, staying still is the fastest way to fall behind.

Security and Infrastructure Challenges

60% of CIOs report that cybersecurity concerns are a major impediment to digital transformation
55% of companies report that legacy systems are a barrier to digital transformation
86% of CIOs cite data security as a top concern during digital transformation

Security and Infrastructure Challenges Interpretation

Despite nearly universal acknowledgment that digital transformation is essential, CIOs face a digital battleground where cybersecurity fears and outdated legacy systems threaten to stall progress and undermine organizational innovation.

Technological Advancements and Integration

84% of companies combine multiple digital technologies for integrated transformation

Technological Advancements and Integration Interpretation

With 84% of companies blending multiple digital technologies for integrated transformation, it's clear that in the information industry, going digital isn't just a trend—it's a strategic symphony requiring diverse instruments working in concert.