dig·i·tal·i·za·tion
ˌdi-jə-tə-lə-ˈzā-shən 
: the process of converting something to digital form (see digital sense 2) : digitization
the digitalization of printed books
Patenting has become increasingly critical because technology plays an important role in digitalization of payments, online security and information exchange for financial institutions.—
Wei Zhou
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dig·i·ta·li·za·tion
ˌdi-jə-tə-lə-ˈzā-shən
: the administration of digitalis until the desired physiological adjustment is attained
also
: the bodily state so produced
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Andrea Onate, Footwear News, 11 Sep. 2025
Both parties hosted a panel discussion that highlighted ongoing technological investments and strategic partnerships aimed at improving user experience and supporting port stakeholders in adopting digitalization.
—Glenn Taylor, Sourcing Journal, 11 Sep. 2025
As companies prioritize digitalization, automation and orchestration, procurement is catching up.
—Mahesh Rajasekharan, Forbes.com, 2 Sep. 2025
The digitalization of work and widespread internet connectivity — which allows remote working and 24/7 connection to a work phone and emails — are both contributing factors.
—Rebecca Cairns, CNN Money, 1 Sep. 2025
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Noun
Martinez said that one of the key strategies for brands to remain competitive in a changing environment is to invest in digitalization, strengthen e-commerce and direct-to-consumer channels, and diversify international markets.
—Andrea Onate, Footwear News, 11 Sep. 2025
Both parties hosted a panel discussion that highlighted ongoing technological investments and strategic partnerships aimed at improving user experience and supporting port stakeholders in adopting digitalization.
—Glenn Taylor, Sourcing Journal, 11 Sep. 2025
As companies prioritize digitalization, automation and orchestration, procurement is catching up.
—Mahesh Rajasekharan, Forbes.com, 2 Sep. 2025
The digitalization of work and widespread internet connectivity — which allows remote working and 24/7 connection to a work phone and emails — are both contributing factors.
—Rebecca Cairns, CNN Money, 1 Sep. 2025
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“Digitalization.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/digitalization. Accessed 17 Sep. 2025.
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digitalization
noun
dig·i·ta·li·za·tion
variants
also British digitalisation
: the administration of digitalis (as in heart disease) until the desired physiological adjustment is attained
also
: the bodily state so produced
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