In the current business world, to speak of efficiency is no longer an option: it is a necessity. The automation has ceased to be the exclusive remedy of the large corporations in order to become a pillar cross that drives productivity in companies of all sizes. But a question arises: how do you know which processes are really automatable?
The response requires more than intuition. It requires a structured analysis to differentiate between what can be managed with smart tools and what still needs human intervention. Here are three essential strategies to detect processes that can benefit from automation.
1. The repeatability as a warning signal
The processes that are repeated once and again, following a predictable pattern, are the first candidates to be automated. Billing, inventory control, follow-up orders are classic examples: routine tasks that consume valuable time and resources, but that they do not provide a differential value if it is done manually.
Observe the frequency and predictability of the flow of work within the organization is the first step to build a clear map of opportunities.
2. The logic behind the decisions
Not all processes require discretion human. When a task is executed according to rules defined and clear, the automation can replicate the decision-making precise manner. Since the classification of documents to the validation of applications, processes, standards-based, are fertile ground for the technology to take control.
The exercise is to identify which of these rules can be transformed into algorithms and be encoded within an intelligent system.
3. The tasks are manual, error-prone
The human intervention is priceless, but also limited. In repetitive activities that demand absolute precision, errors are inevitable: the numbers wrong typed, steps omitted, incomplete information. The cost of these mistakes often lead to rework, delays and economic losses.
To detect these tasks sensitive and move to an automated solution allows you to reduce risks and ensure consistent results.
Beyond efficiency: innovation and growth
Identify processes that can be automated using is not an end in itself. This is to free up resources to devote them to the strategic initiatives: innovation, development of new products, personalized customer service. In other words, it is a gateway towards a business model more agile, competitive and sustainable.
The intelligent automation does not replace the people; the power. And in an economic environment increasingly challenging, those organizations that know how to combine human talent with technology will be those that do make the difference.
Is your company prepared to take that step? In DS4B we have a team of experts who will accompany you in the identification of opportunities for improvement and in the design of custom solutions. Because to automate not only save you time: it is open space for what is really important.
