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.
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
9 processes that are ripe for automation
September 19 by Michael Hill
Processes occur at all organizational levels, but which ones are most ready to be automated?
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
BMW automates factories & Bradford council to save millions through digital transformation
November 01 by Amelia Brand
This week in process excellence: BMW's smart factories, council savings, AI at ServiceNow and SEI's new AI tool
The state of process automation in the midmarket
October 30 by PEX Network
The four common characteristics of effective automation projects, which automation technologies successful organisations are adopting and their impacts
Microsoft and UK Gov sign digital transformation deal & Rossum introduces Aurora 1.5
October 29 by Amelia Brand
Microsoft, Rossum, and Celonis drive AI, automation, and collaboration innovations for digital transformation
Charting a bright future: Lessons from industry leaders on digital adoption success
October 29 by Georgina Wilczek
Explore people-centered, agile strategies from PEX Network Digital Adoption event for lasting success.
Process automation and the process maturity journey
October 24 by Thomas Kohlenbach
Automation helps streamline processes by connecting different procedures and groups
SAP launches collaborative AI agents, Microsoft expands AI capabilities for “healthier future” – PEX Vendor News
October 16 by Michael Hill
SAP announces new capabilities that enhance its generative AI copilot Joule
Sally Beauty invests in hyperautomation, WEF accelerates government digital transformation, Klarna CEO fears tech talent “brain drain” – PEX Community News
October 04 by Michael Hill
American beauty brand Sally Beauty Holdings plans to drive enterprise-scale IT transformation and efficiencies
Process automation and assumed knowledge
September 24 by Thomas Kohlenbach
Business process automation is a powerful tool, but organizations can’t afford to skip over the vital core that is process knowledge
