Digital Transformation in Uzbekistan and Strategies of Successful Transition to Digital Economy

Abstract

Rapid development of IT industry impacts all spheres of human life. If only a few decades ago the scientific world worried about informatization, now discussions are more about digitalization and digital transformation. In most cases it leads to misinterpretation of these terms in some sectors, and education is one of them. Some educational institutions in Uzbekistan accept digitalization as IT assets while it is much more beyond this perception. Educational institutions should understand that digitalization lies beyond the equipment, and usage of IT tools and digital literacy are the most important criteria in this transition. It is very important to provide systematic approach to maintain smooth transition of all industrial sectors into digital one; this is one of key approaches in effectively implementing new strategy of “Digital Uzbekistan – 2030” in the Republic of Uzbekistan. In this research paper the discussing differences between these terms, give more detailed picture of them and determine main problems of digital transformation of education sector in Uzbekistan. The analyses the main indicators that categorizes terms “digital” and “digitalization”, make analysis of the educational institutions in Uzbekistan based on IT equipment and what category they belong to. Moreover, to identify what factors fuel the quick digital transformation and make some recommendations on how to provide suitable conditions for this transition.