digitalization
gb/dɪd͡ʒɪtəlɪzˈeɪʃən/ us/dɪd͡ʒɪtəlɪzˈeɪʃən/
C1
Engelsk
Betydninger
0 betydninger
Substantiv
C1
process
1
converting something into digital form
changing information into a computer-readable form
Bruksmønster:
digitalization of [data/records/images/documents]
Vanlig feil:
Often confused with digitization. In many contexts they overlap, but digitization is often used for the basic conversion step, while digitalization can also suggest wider changes in how something is handled using digital tools.
Synonymer
digitization (Often used for the basic conversion from analog or paper to digital files.)
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digital conversion (A more general term for converting something to a digital format.)
Antonymer
analog recording (Keeping information in non-digital form.)
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paper filing (Storing records on paper rather than digitally.)
Ordkombinasjoner
digitalization of records
|digitalization of documents
|digitalization of archives
|digitalization of photos
|digitalization of patient data
|large-scale digitalization
|digitalization project
|digitalization process
|cost of digitalization
|digitalization program
Temaer
technology
|information
|media
Eksempler
- The digitalization of the library’s archives made rare documents available online.
- After the digitalization of old tapes, the recordings were easier to edit and store.
- Funding was approved to speed up the digitalization of court records.
Eksempler for deg som lærer
- The digitalization of the files took two weeks.
- We need digitalization of these papers.
Substantiv
business
C1
process
2
shift toward digital ways of working
using digital technology more in work and life
Bruksmønster:
digitalization of [an industry/the economy/a sector]
Vanlig feil:
Learners may use digitalization when they mean a single conversion step (e.g., scanning). In business writing, digitalization often implies broader change, not just creating digital files.
Synonymer
digital transformation (Usually emphasizes strategic, organization-wide change and new digital business models.)
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automation (Focuses more on replacing manual work with technology, not necessarily the full digital shift.)
Antonymer
manual operation (Doing tasks by hand or with non-digital methods.)
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offline service (Providing services without digital channels or systems.)
Ordkombinasjoner
digitalization of the economy
|digitalization of services
|digitalization of banking
|digitalization of education
|digitalization of healthcare
|digitalization of government
|rapid digitalization
|nationwide digitalization
|accelerate digitalization
|digitalization trend
Temaer
business
|technology
|society
Eksempler
- Digitalization has changed how customers open accounts and make payments.
- The report highlights the digitalization of public services over the last decade.
- Small businesses struggled to keep up with the rapid digitalization of retail.
Eksempler for deg som lærer
- Digitalization is changing many jobs.
- Our company is working on digitalization.
Substantiv
business
C1
process
3
redesigning processes with digital tools
improving a process using digital tools
Bruksmønster:
digitalization of [a process/workflow/supply chain]
Vanlig feil:
This sense is broader than scanning/creating digital files; it includes changing how the process works.
Synonymer
process automation (Emphasizes automating steps; digitalization may also include new digital channels and data use.)
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modernization (Broader and less specific about digital technology.)
Antonymer
paper-based workflow (A process run mainly with paper forms and manual steps.)
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manual processing (Handling tasks by people without digital systems.)
Ordkombinasjoner
digitalization of workflows
|digitalization of operations
|digitalization of the supply chain
|end-to-end digitalization
|digitalization roadmap
|digitalization program
|digitalization initiative
|digitalization efforts
|digitalization platform
|digitalization solutions
Temaer
business
|technology
|productivity
Eksempler
- Digitalization of the ordering process reduced errors and delivery times.
- The team mapped every step before starting the digitalization of operations.
- Digitalization helped the clinic send reminders and manage appointments automatically.
Eksempler for deg som lærer
- Digitalization made our process faster.
Substantiv
technical
C2
process
4
treatment with the drug digitalis
medical treatment using digitalis
Bruksmønster:
digitalization of [a patient]
Vanlig feil:
Not related to computers; this is a separate medical meaning.
Synonymer
digitalis therapy (More explicit that the meaning is medical.)
Antonymer
withdrawal (Stopping a drug rather than administering it.)
Ordkombinasjoner
rapid digitalization
|digitalization regimen
|digitalization dose
|digitalization of the patient
|signs of digitalization
|digitalization therapy
Temaer
medicine
|healthcare
Eksempler
- The cardiology note mentioned digitalization before starting long-term maintenance dosing.
- Because of the risk of toxicity, digitalization was monitored closely.
Grammatikk
Oppslagsform
digitalization
IPA
GB/dɪd͡ʒɪtəlɪzˈeɪʃən/
US/dɪd͡ʒɪtəlɪzˈeɪʃən/
Stavelser og trykk
di - git - al - iz - a - tion (6 stavelser)
Stress on 5th syllable (a)
Bøyingsformer
Noun
- Base: digitalization
- Plural: digitalizations
Ordfamilie
Forms
digitalizations
noun
Core family
Related words
Negative and opposite forms
non-digital
adjective
Advanced or less common
digitalise
verb C1
digitalisation
noun C1
Uttrykk
digitalization drive
1/dɪd͡ʒɪtəlɪzˈeɪʃən dɹˈaɪv/
fixed phrase
business
organized push toward digital adoption
a strong effort to become more digital
Eksempler
- A nationwide digitalization drive aimed to bring fast internet to rural areas.
- The company’s digitalization drive included new software and new roles.
digitalization initiative
1/dɪd͡ʒɪtəlɪzˈeɪʃən ɪnˈɪʃɪtɪv/
fixed phrase
business
a project to introduce digital changes
a project to make something digital
Eksempler
- The digitalization initiative introduced e-signatures for all contracts.
- Several digitalization initiatives failed because staff weren’t trained.
digitalization of records
1/dɪd͡ʒɪtəlɪzˈeɪʃən əv ɹˈɛkɚdz/
fixed phrase
turning paper records into digital files
scanning and saving records on a computer
Eksempler
- The digitalization of records freed up an entire room of filing cabinets.
- During the digitalization of records, some folders were found to be missing.
digitalization of services
1/dɪd͡ʒɪtəlɪzˈeɪʃən əv sˈɚvɪsɪz/
fixed phrase
business
moving services to digital channels
providing services online or digitally
Eksempler
- The digitalization of services allowed residents to apply for permits online.
- Digitalization of services reduced waiting times at the help desk.
digitalization strategy
1/dɪd͡ʒɪtəlɪzˈeɪʃən stɹˈætəd͡ʒi/
fixed phrase
business
plan for adopting digital technology
a plan to become more digital
Eksempler
- The board approved a digitalization strategy focused on customer self-service.
- Without a clear digitalization strategy, teams bought tools that didn’t work together.
rapid digitalization
1/ɹˈæpɪd dɪd͡ʒɪtəlɪzˈeɪʃən/
fixed phrase
digital change happening very quickly
becoming digital very quickly
Eksempler
- Rapid digitalization during the pandemic pushed many services online overnight.
- Rapid digitalization created new security risks that the team had to address.