digitalization

/ˌdɪdʒɪtələˈzeɪʃən/
noun
  1. The process of changing something from a physical or analog form into a digital format that can be used by computers.
    • The digitalization of old photographs allows people to preserve their family memories.
    • Libraries around the world are working on the digitalization of rare books and manuscripts.
    • The company invested heavily in the digitalization of its paper records to save space.
  2. The use of digital technology to change how a business or organization operates, often making it more efficient or offering new services.
    • The hospital's digitalization of patient records has reduced paperwork and improved care.
    • Digitalization has transformed the banking industry, allowing customers to manage accounts from their phones.
    • Many schools are embracing digitalization by using tablets and online learning platforms.
  3. The broader social and economic changes that happen as digital technology becomes more common in everyday life.
    • Digitalization has changed how people communicate, shop, and work.
    • Some rural areas struggle with digitalization because they lack high-speed internet access.
    • Experts discuss the impact of digitalization on jobs and the future of work.
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