Published on: March 2026 2026
ROLE OF DIGITAL PLATFORMS IN IMPROVING ORGANIZATIONAL PERFORMANCE
Savinya N S Ranjitha B
Anuradha H N
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Abstract
The way businesses function and compete in the contemporary business environment has been profoundly changed by the quick development of digital technologies. Digital platforms such as enterprise resource planning systems, customer relationship management tools, cloud computing platforms, social media, and data analytics solutions have become integral to organizational functioning. This study looks at how digital platforms can improve operational effectiveness, communication, decision-making, and consumer involvement.
Based on a thorough analysis of previous research, industry reports, and organizational case studies, the study takes a conceptual and descriptive research approach. It analyzes how digital platforms enable process automation, real-time data access, cross-functional integration, and strategic agility. The findings reveal that effective adoption and utilization of digital platforms lead to improved productivity, cost reduction, innovation, and overall organizational effectiveness. However, challenges such as resistance to change, digital skill gaps, cybersecurity concerns, and integration issues continue to affect successful implementation.
The paper concludes that organizations must align digital platform strategies with business objectives and invest in employee capability development to fully realize performance benefits. A strategic, human-centric approach to digital transformation is essential for achieving sustainable organizational growth.
How to Cite this Paper
S, S. N. & B, R. (2026). Role of Digital Platforms in Improving Organizational Performance. International Journal of Creative and Open Research in Engineering and Management, <i>02</i>(03). https://doi.org/10.55041/ijcope.v2i3.027
S, Savinya, and Ranjitha B. "Role of Digital Platforms in Improving Organizational Performance." International Journal of Creative and Open Research in Engineering and Management, vol. 02, no. 03, 2026, pp. . doi:https://doi.org/10.55041/ijcope.v2i3.027.
S, Savinya, and Ranjitha B. "Role of Digital Platforms in Improving Organizational Performance." International Journal of Creative and Open Research in Engineering and Management 02, no. 03 (2026). https://doi.org/https://doi.org/10.55041/ijcope.v2i3.027.
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