Development and validation of the digital mindset scale

Paul Goldmann, Björn Schäfer and Christina Altendorfer

Journal of Business Research, 2025, vol. 199, issue C

Abstract: An individual’s digital mindset is crucial to navigating digital transformation. Current studies reveal a lack of construct clarity jeopardizing further research. We address this gap by conceptualizing the construct and its multidimensionality, and by developing and validating a scale. Following a multi-grounded theory approach (n = 28) we identify three dimensions of digital mindset: digital consciousness, digital expertise, and digital business acumen. Subsequently, we developed and validated the digital mindset scale in five phases. We generated 95 items. Exploratory (n = 167) and confirmatory (n = 658) factor analyses supported the dimensions. We added items and reassessed the psychometric properties (n = 152), and established convergent and discriminant validity (n = 243). Finally, we examined relationships with innovative and entrepreneurial behavior, supporting nomological and incremental validity (n = 145). Our research paves the way for empirical studies and equips practitioners to assess employees’ digital mindset throughout the professional lifecycle.

Keywords: Digital transformation; Digital mindset; Scale development; Grounded Theory (search for similar items in EconPapers)
Date: 2025
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DOI: 10.1016/j.jbusres.2025.115554

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