Digitization Quote by John T. Chambers
“The number one objective is that people who make the investment in digitization, whether they are governments or service providers, get a reasonable return.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Business Conference on Digital Transformation, 2015
Investors in digital projects should expect a fair profit relative to their costs.
In simple terms: Digitization should yield a reasonable return.
Key Takeaway
Demand value for digital investments.
Themes
investment
digital transformation
return on investment
policy
technology
Mood
pragmatic
analytical
Type
business
policy
When to use this quote
- government budgeting
- telecom rollout
- cloud migration
- smart city projects
Key Concepts
economics
risk assessment
public‑private partnership
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you measure ROI for long‑term digital projects?
- What safeguards ensure fair returns for public funds?
A Different Perspective
Returns may be delayed by regulatory hurdles or market volatility.
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