Digital business - Act on the digital world

Thomas Houy is an Associate Professor in Management Science at Télécom ParisTech, where he specializes in business strategy and entrepreneurship. His research critically examines widely accepted notions surrounding digital startups, providing insights that are directly applicable to the entrepreneurial community. In addition to his role at Télécom Paris, he teaches at Paris-Dauphine University and the École Nationale de la Statistique et de l’Administration Économique (ENSAE).Dr. Houy has authored several books and articles on organizational behavior and nonprofit management, contributing significantly to the academic discourse on these topics. He is also an entrepreneur, having founded multiple businesses, and currently offers coaching and mentoring to startups. On Coursera, he teaches courses such as "Digital Business" and "Managing Board Change for Higher Levels of Leadership and Governance Effectiveness," equipping students with essential skills for navigating the digital business landscape.

Valérie Fernandez is a Professor in Management Science and the Head of the Economic and Social Sciences department at Télécom ParisTech. She specializes in the socio-economic analysis of digital technologies, focusing on how organizations adapt to digital transformation. Her research encompasses topics such as open innovation, mobile work, virtualized professional environments, and governance of information systems.Dr. Fernandez has collaborated with various industrial partners and international researchers to explore managerial innovations that drive organizational change. She has published numerous articles and books on these subjects, contributing significantly to the field of digital economy. In addition to her academic roles, she teaches courses on Coursera, including "Digital Business" and its various components, designed to help students understand and navigate the complexities of the digital landscape.