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Article

Abstract. This article proposes a methodology for assessing the readiness of a

university for digital transformation in four aspects: the architecture of organi-

zation, process management, human resources and financing tools. Since each

of these areas has its own characteristics, the assessment is carried out using

different methods and approaches: TOGAF, CMMI, BPMM, PCF APQC and

others. To enable analysis, evaluation and monitoring of changes in the degree

of readiness for digital transformation, as well as to facilitate the analysis of

available information for each research area or the university as whole, it was

proposed to use the dashboard method

Introduction

As noted in various studies by, for example, Dell, KPMG, PWC and KMDA [1-4],

the key problems faced by companies starting to implement the digital transformation

are as follows: lack of a consistent digital business vision strategies; insufficient ma-

turity of business processes; lack of necessary skills and knowledge; insufficient fund-

ing; outdated technologies; lack of implementation of new technologies; lack

of

leadership involvement; immature digital culture.

Various approaches to project management, for instance PRINCE2, standards for

architectural design and development management (TOGAF, Zachman Model, FEAF,

CIMOSA, IAF, etc.) recommend assessing the readiness and maturity of the trans-

formation project in initial phase taking into account existing resources (technologi-

cal, human , financial and other). The main purpose of this assessment is to prevent

the launch of an unsuccessful or too risky project.

In accordance with the recommendations of most approaches, this process should

be quick and short, and the conclusions drawn should enable the organizations man-

agement to decide on the implementation of the project. Such work can be carried out

through the application of a systematic approach to assessing the company's readiness

by sequentially exploring its components using a set of complementary methodologi-

cal approaches, namely: assessment of the company's digital maturity using the MIT

Center method; analysis of organization architecture; assessment of the level of ma-

turity for certain development processes and supporting processes.

Regardless of the chosen path of digital transformation, whether it will be a change

in the methods and technologies of communication with customers; radical restructur-

ing of business processes; or transition to a new business model [5], it is important to

have a clear idea of the current situation in the company: the level of its informatiza-

tion and development management capabilities.

The European Research Center for Information Systems (ERSIC) [6] outlines three

steps that a company shall make in order to create the necessary conditions for digital

transformation, namely: assessing the current level of digital maturity and existing

skills for development in this area; determining the level of current and desired digital

maturity of the business; determining the plan of actions required to achieve the de-

sired level of digital maturity.

Higher education institutions in Russia are one of the main institutions involved in

the digital transformation of the country. However, issues related to the methodologi-

cal support of a preliminary assessment of their readiness for such transformations

have still not been sufficiently studied to date. Available scientific works in this area

relate to individual elements and local issues of changing the universitys business

model, managing the development of IT, reengineering business processes and fi-

nancing activities. This paper aims at presenting a systematic approach to the analysis

and preparation of the Russian universities for digital transformation, which can pro-

vide them with competitive advantages and opportunities for sustainable continuous

development.

The leaders of digital transformation create value by implementing integrated eco-

systems that provide demanded solutions for customers. These ecosystems consist of

an operational, technological, and human ecosystem and customer solutions [3]. This

article proposes an approach based on an assessment of the readiness of a higher edu-

cation institution in the following 4 areas: assessment of enterprise architecture and

process management, information and technology infrastructure, potential of human

resources, and financial instruments. In our opinion, IT shall ensure the coupling of

processes in the chain of value creation. An important role belongs to the staff who

will use IT to implement business processes, and to the flexible financial instruments

used.

Conclusion

The article provides recommendations on a complex assessment of the readiness of

a high education institution for digital transformation. It is proposed to evaluate the

level of maturity of the organizations architecture using a CMMI model adapted to

the specifics of the university. It is determined that for a successful digital transfor-

mation, the architecture shall have a maturity level of at least 3. To assess the maturity

level of process management, the BPMM methodology is recommended. If the organ-

ization of process management corresponds to maturity level 3 at least, then it may be

concluded that the process management will not be an obstacle to the effective im-

plementation of digital transformation. Within the guidelines for assessing human

resources, it is proposed to analyze the competencies of the main employees of the

university, relying mainly on digital knowledge and skills. The criteria are formulated

that determine how efficiently the existing methods, approaches and tools are used for

financial support of digital transformation.