Rethinking Bimodal IT: Towards a Unified ‘Tech Dual‑Mode’ for Digital Transformation
The article examines the limitations of Gartner's Bimodal IT model, argues for a broader “Tech Dual‑Mode” that integrates reliable and agile practices across the whole organization, and illustrates how leading Chinese firms like Alibaba and Huawei are reshaping their IT structures, platforms, and culture to drive true digital transformation.