Design thinking and SME digital transformation

In the context of the 4.0 industrial revolution, corporations worldwide grapple with significant challenges and opportunities arising from digital disruption. Corporate strategies must evolve to address these changes. Employees need to stay relevant to avoid being replaced by more competent colleagues or artificial intelligence. Neglecting to monitor technological advancements in our complex and uncertain world could lead to the downfall of even highly successful enterprises. This paper explores how Design Thinking can guide Small and Medium Size Enterprises (SMEs) in leveraging Industry 4.0 technologies for their digital transformation journey. The paper is presented as a conceptual study.