Harmonia : Journal of Music and Arts
Vol. 4 No. 1 (2026): February 2026

Sustainable Arts Management in the Digital Era: A Systematic Review of Digital Transformation Strategies for Indonesian Cultural Institutions

Sufi Ikrima Sa'adah (Universitas Islam Negeri Sunan Ampel Surabaya)



Article Info

Publish Date
27 Feb 2026

Abstract

Digital transformation has become a strategic priority for Indonesian cultural institutions responding to technological change, evolving audience expectations, and sustainability demands, particularly following the COVID-19 pandemic. Using a Systematic Literature Review of publications from 2020 to 2025, this study synthesizes knowledge on how digital transformation contributes to the organizational sustainability of museums, galleries, archives, libraries, and performing arts organizations in Indonesia. Findings indicate that digital transformation functions as a multidimensional organizational capability extending beyond mere technological adoption. Digital infrastructure expands cultural access through online exhibitions, virtual collections, and hybrid programming, while sustainability is strengthened through adaptive leadership, collaborative governance, and professional digital competencies. Standardized metadata and digital preservation strategies are essential for protecting cultural heritage, and audience development increasingly depends on mobile-first communication and participatory digital engagement. Nevertheless, persistent challenges remain, including unequal digital infrastructure, limited professional capacity, governance fragmentation, and inadequate interoperability across institutions. The study concludes that sustainable digital transformation requires coordinated integration of infrastructure, governance, organizational capacity, audience development, preservation, and financial resilience, rather than isolated technological initiatives. The proposed conceptual framework offers practical guidance for policymakers and cultural managers, while calling for future empirical research on digital maturity across diverse Indonesian cultural institutions.

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Journal Info

Abbrev

harmonia

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Subject

Arts

Description

Harmonia : Journal of Music and Arts with ISSN Number 3032-4076 (Online) published by Indonesian Scientific Publication, is a distinguished open-access scholarly journal that has undergone rigorous peer review since its inception. Dedicated to advancing knowledge in the fields of music and arts, ...