The Greek state is planning the end of life for fax machines, which is a good step forward. At the same time, the main alternative suggested for sharing documents is email (attachments), which is two steps backwards. Digital transformation could be much more than just a simulation of paper!

In the 1970s, we made the choice to create human interface metaphors around the concept of folders and files that stand for paper documents. In the 2020s, we are making the choice to represent learning as a digital classroom with real-time lectures and proctored exams.

Let’s say that you are someone who usually works online and that your favorite exercise is a short walk (or jog). Suddenly, there is a pandemic and a lockdown. At that point you realize that you had already been in lockdown.