Orchestrated Distributed Intelligence in the Context of Organizational Digital Transformation

Abstract

Digital transformation is fundamentally changing the way organizations operate and requires new approaches. In the 2020s, artificial intelligence (AI) technology is playing an increasingly active role in organizations undergoing digital transformation. However, integrating AI tools as isolated and autonomous systems may not always yield effective and efficient outcomes. In this context, Orchestrated Distributed Intelligence (ODI) is emerging as a new paradigm that integrates AI agents into unified and human-centered systems—going beyond individual AI tools to create orchestrated and integrated intelligence networks. This literature review aims to introduce the concept of ODI and explore its role within organizational contexts, offering a new perspective to ongoing discussions on digital transformation. Moreover, the study’s findings provide actionable recommendations for practitioners and policymakers on how ODI can be positioned within digital transformation processes.