Dear Colleagues,

Background and Rationale:

Digital transformation is profoundly reshaping economies, societies, and governance structures globally. As governments and organisations increasingly adopt digital technologies, the intersection of digital transformation and policy becomes critical in ensuring sustainable, inclusive, and secure development. This special edition explores the multifaceted relationship between digital transformation and policy, addressing the challenges and opportunities in this rapidly evolving landscape.

Objectives:

To provide a comprehensive understanding of the role of policy in facilitating digital transformation.

To examine the impact of digital technologies on policy-making processes and governance.

To explore innovative policy frameworks that address the ethical, legal, and social implications of digital transformation.

To highlight case studies and best practices from different regions and sectors.

To foster interdisciplinary dialogue among scholars, policymakers, industry leaders, and practitioners.

Scope and Themes:

The special edition will cover a wide range of topics related to digital transformation and policy, including but not limited to:

Governance and Regulation:

Digital governance frameworks

Regulatory challenges in the digital age

Cybersecurity policies and regulations

Data privacy and protection laws

Digital identity and trust frameworks

Innovation and Economic Development:

Policies promoting digital innovation and entrepreneurship

Digital economy and the future of work

Smart cities and digital infrastructure

Digital inclusion and bridging the digital divide

Impact of digital transformation on economic policies

Social and Ethical Implications:

Ethical considerations in digital policy-making

Digital rights and citizenship

Impacts of artificial intelligence and machine learning on society

Addressing digital misinformation and disinformation

Policies for digital literacy and education

Case Studies and Best Practices:

National and regional digital transformation strategies

Public-private partnerships in digital policy implementation

Comparative analysis of digital policies across countries

Success stories and lessons learned from digital policy initiatives

Call for Papers:

We invite submissions from researchers, practitioners, policymakers, and industry experts that offer original insights, empirical research, and case studies related to the above themes. Papers should provide in-depth analyses, propose innovative solutions, and reflect on the practical implications of digital transformation policies.

Submission Guidelines:

Manuscript Length: 6,000 - 8,000 words

Format: APA/MLA/Chicago style (as per the journal's standard)

Deadline for Submissions: [Insert Date]

Peer Review Process: Double-blind peer review

Submission Platform: [Insert Journal Submission Platform Link]

Expected Outcomes:

This special edition aims to:

Advance academic discourse on digital transformation and policy.

Provide policymakers with actionable insights and recommendations.

Showcase innovative policy solutions and best practices.

Foster a global network of scholars and practitioners dedicated to understanding and shaping the future of digital transformation.

Dr. Kyeong Kang

Institution: Faculty of Business, City University of Macau, Macau. 

Email address: Kyeong.kang@uts.edu.au

Dr. Lifu Li

School of Professional Practice Faculty of Engineering and IT University of Technology Sydney, Sydney

Email address: Leaf.Lee@zohomail.com