Driving Digital Transformation: Aligning Core Systems, Leadership and Strategy for Lasting Success

In this community interview, Andrew Matuszczak -from Commonwealth Superannuation Corporation shares his approach to digital transformation, emphasising the need for genuine, impactful changes rather than superficial updates. He highlights that board members are often overwhelmed with tech jargon and trends, making it crucial to focus on addressing real organisational needs. A common pitfall he observes is investing in flashy front-end solutions without improving underlying systems, which he likens to “putting lipstick on a pig”. For effective transformation, it’s important to address core issues and ensure the entire organisation aligns with and supports the journey, starting from the boardroom to the executive level.

Andrew also discusses the importance of gaining buy-in from both the CEO and executive team. He stresses the need for a governance model that fosters collaboration and prioritisation, ensuring that transformation efforts align with organisational goals and do not become sidelined by competing interests. His experience shows that…