Ambidexterity to overcome digital transformation challenges: A bibliometric review

Abstract

This paper offers a systematic literature review aided by bibliometric analysis to provide a bridge between extant research on organizational ambidexterity and digital transformation. Whereas ambidexterity is suggested as a strategy for organizations to achieve explorative and exploitative learning, surprisingly little research has addressed how these two learning modes are involved in achieving digital transformation. Our study identified nine core articles providing a foundation for further research on the link between organizational ambidexterity and digital transformation. These articles reveal how extant research addresses three dimensions (internal orientation, external orientation and structural integration) comprising nine different learning considerations involved in digital transformation. Finally, we offer three propositions for further research aiming to establish a link between organizational ambidexterity and digital transformation.