The Relationship between Family Influence, Culture, and Digital Transformation: An Inquiry into German...

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Anique Hadeler

The Relationship between Family Influence, Culture, and Digital Transformation

An Inquiry into German and Chinese Family Firms

Anique Hadeler

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Springer Gabler
25 March 2025

Business innovation; Entrepreneurship; Ownership & organisation of enterprises

Series: Familienunternehmen und KMU

In an era marked by the rapid development of digital technologies, established firms face the necessity of digital transformation to remain competitive with digitally native entrants. Despite the acknowledged economic importance of digital transformation for family firms, the evidence is split. While some research suggests that family firms may grapple with digital transformation due to their traditional roots and rigid structures, many family firms are at the forefront of digital transformation within their industries. These differences suggest that there may be family-specific and contextual factors at play that shape the scope and pace at which family firms engage in digital transformation. This book addresses this ambiguity by adopting a qualitative, exploratory approach, employing grounded theory methodology to disentangle the interplay of family influence and national culture with digital transformation in family firms. Drawing on rich qualitative data from 31 semi-structured interviews with German and Chinese family firms and 24 expert interviews with digital transformation professionals, a process model emerged to deepen our understanding of family and cultural influences in shaping the digital transformation process. Cultural differences between German and Chinese family firms influence the way digital transformation unfolds but, contrary to initial expectations, play a minor role in explaining differences in the pace of digital transformation. Family influence appeared to be a more salient explanation for these differences. The findings show that family influence has a yin and yang effect in that it can bring friction and uncertainty but also promote alignment and long-term resilience. Ultimately, the family’s stance on digital transformation shapes both its initiation and execution. In addition, this book sheds light on the decision logic underlying the uncertain and emerging conditions of digital transformation and offers practitioners valuable insights into the likely impact of these decisions on future outcomes.

By: Anique Hadeler
Imprint: Springer Gabler
Country of Publication: Germany
Dimensions: Height: 210mm, Width: 148mm,
ISBN: 9783658471422
ISBN 10: 3658471425
Series: Familienunternehmen und KMU
Pages: 319
Publication Date: 25 March 2025
Audience: Professional and scholarly , College/higher education , Undergraduate , Further / Higher Education
Format: Paperback
Publisher's Status: Active

Dr. Anique Hadeler’s research bridges the gap between academia and business in the evolving digital landscape. With professional experience in companies at the forefront of digital innovation, she focuses on exploring the intersection of digital transformation and family firms. Dr. Hadeler holds a BA in Sociology, Economics, and Politics from Zeppelin University, an MSc in International Management from the Católica Lisbon School of Business & Economics, and a PhD in Business Administration from the University of Leipzig. Passionate about organizational change and transformation, she is dedicated to applying academic insights to real-world practice, enabling organizations to leverage research for tangible success.