Translation guide
The integration of digital technology into all areas of a business or society, fundamentally changing how it operates and delivers value.
The process of using digital technologies to create new or modify existing business processes, culture, and customer experiences.
The standard loanword for 'digital transformation'. Widely used in business contexts. Often abbreviated as DX (ディーエックス).
当社はデジタルトランスフォーメーションを推進しています。
Our company is promoting digital transformation.
The common abbreviation for digital transformation. Used in business and media.
DX戦略を策定する必要がある。
We need to formulate a DX strategy.
Literally 'digitalization'. Often used to refer to the process of converting analog to digital, but can overlap with digital transformation in casual contexts. Less comprehensive than DX.
業務のデジタル化を進めています。
We are advancing the digitalization of our operations.
A more Japanese-sounding term meaning 'digital revolution/transformation'. Used in formal or written contexts.
デジタル変革が企業の競争力を左右する。
Digital transformation determines a company's competitiveness.
The broader impact of digital technology on society, government, and daily life.
Often used in government and policy contexts to refer to the realization of a digital society.
政府はデジタル社会の実現に向けた法案を提出した。
The government submitted a bill aimed at realizing a digital society.
Also used in societal contexts, but often with a business connotation.
デジタルトランスフォーメーションが社会のあらゆる側面に影響を与えている。
Digital transformation is affecting every aspect of society.
DX is extremely common in Japanese business and media. It is pronounced ディーエックス. When speaking, you can say 'DX' or 'デジタルトランスフォーメーション'.
DX人材が不足している。
There is a shortage of DX talent.
デジタル化 (digitalization) often refers to simply converting analog processes to digital, while デジタルトランスフォーメーション (DX) implies a more fundamental change in business models and culture. However, in casual use, デジタル化 may be used broadly.