Study goals
To identify and categorize the critical success factors influencing digital transformation in the supply chain of a multinational chemical company, analyzing how they are managed and how they shape the digital journey in complex organizational contexts.
Relevance / originality
This study addresses a gap by integrating technological, organizational, and cultural dimensions in the analysis of digital transformation in supply chains, offering a novel practical and theoretical perspective in the chemical industry.
Methodology / approach
A qualitative research using a single case study, based on semi-structured interviews with global managers. Thematic content analysis was applied, supported by artificial intelligence for data coding and categorization.
Main results
Eight interdependent critical success factors were identified. Engaged leadership, structured governance, systems integration, and cultural change management emerged as the most recurrent and decisive for successful digital transformation.
Theoretical / methodological contributions
Proposes a conceptual model integrating technological, organizational, and cultural dimensions. Offers an analytical framework for future studies and contributes methodologically by applying AI in qualitative interview analysis.
Social / management contributions
Provides a managerial checklist to support diagnosis and planning of digital transformation in supply chains. Assists leaders in decision-making, promoting efficiency, innovation, and organizational sustainability.