Automation
Automation is the use of technology and machinery to perform tasks or processes without direct human intervention. It does this by assigning repetitive, routine, or time-consuming tasks to machines or software systems.
It plays an increasingly important role across different industries, ranging from manufacturing and logistics to information technology and business processes; to improve efficiency, reduce costs and enhance productivity.
As technology advances, new and more sophisticated opportunities for automation are appearing to help organizations stay competitive in the modern business landscape. Our resources explore how to get the best out of automation and the very latest advances in automation tools and technology.
Gen AI tools pose risks for sensitive data disclosure
January 20 by Amelia Brand
A recent report finds 8.5 percent of Gen AI prompts risk data exposure, urging stronger controls and monitoring
DORA deadline nears
January 16 by Amelia Brand
DORA takes effect January 17 requiring financial firms and ICT providers to enhance cybersecurity and operational resilience or face fines of up to €5m
IBM settles legal dispute with GlobalFoundries
January 08 by Michael Hill
IBM-GlobalFoundries lawsuit settlement allows the companies to “explore new opportunities” for collaboration
United Airlines takes flight with generative AI
December 29 by Amelia Brand
United Airlines is charting new territory with gen AI initiatives to enhance OPEX
Is over-automation driving your customers away?
December 20 by Montserrat Salvador Salamanca
A real-life tale of customer service chaos as automation goes awry
GROW with SAP in AWS launches at AWS re:Invent & Celonis appoints new CFO
December 04 by Michael Hill
Alibaba Cloud reveals new initiatives to develop cutting-edge AI solutions for businesses across various industries
6 free generative AI training courses for business leaders
December 03 by Amelia Brand
Explore free generative AI courses to boost business innovation and productivity
Cost biggest automation challenge in finance as CFOs prioritize analytics & AI
November 25 by Michael Hill
Finance leaders identify cost as the biggest challenge in automating operations
Automation sparks layoffs at UPS & Siemens, Swisscom invests in digital transformation & operational efficiency
November 22 by Michael Hill
UPS could layoff more than 400 workers at its Commerce City package processing facility as it increases automation
Generative AI use surges & firms double digital twin investment
November 18 by Michael Hill
Generative AI use jumped from 55 percent in 2023 to 75 percent in 2024 as businesses see significant ROI
SAP Signavio launches November 2024 release & BPX collaborates with SAP to enhance process mining
November 13 by Amelia Brand
Catch the latest updates in OPEX including Prosper Africa’s Tech for Trade alliance and BPX's collaboration with SAP
Deficit in skills needed for digital transformation & NHS uses Celonis' SE process mining platform
November 04 by Amelia Brand
Study shows how low-tech firms transform by reconfiguring business models and leveraging partnerships
