The Importance of Tailored Advice When Implementing RPA

Like all technology, Robotic Process Automation (RPA) will provide better results if implemented and used effectively. As such, businesses require the advice of third parties to ensure they're choosing the right systems and avoiding common pitfalls. What’s more, some also invest in their own internal Centre of Excellence team to liaise with these third parties for them and ensure the best possible technology is put in place.

Your team also need to be educated on the new processes and understand how these systems will aid their work and not replace them. That’s why tailored advice is absolutely crucial when you're implementing RPA.

There is no one-size-fits-all approach

RPA is very technical and very specific to each business - there is no one-size-fits-all approach. For this reason, you need to seek out tailored advice from the experts who will be able to tell you what is possible within your company and what is going to be most beneficial to you.

It can be tempting to do your own research and follow in the footsteps of others who have successfully implemented these systems in their company, but what worked for them may actually be detrimental to your business. So it’s always best to get expert advice! And there are a range of companies out there that offer fully tailored packages, so make sure you spend some time doing your research and you’ll find the perfect third party company for you.

You must identify your business needs

By seeking tailored advice, your third party provider will be able to identify the areas of your business that could benefit most from RPA. As previously stated, there is no one-size-fits-all approach and therefore you need them to fully understand your individual needs. This will allow them to offer you the best solutions for your company and workforce. After all, an inefficient, complicated or unnecessary system can have negative implications for a business, so you need to make sure you get it right.

You also need to recognize the bad processes

As well as understanding what it is that your business needs, you must also seek advice on exactly what it is that you don't need. Once you begin automating some of your work functions, it can be tempting to keep going and automate everything. But this can really complicate your systems, increase the number of bots and reduce the likelihood of your RPA actually being a success. Not to mention the possibility of overwhelming or confusing your staff.

Because of this, it can be helpful to ask for professional advice on how far you should take your systems. You don't want to overcomplicate your processes to the detriment of your business and workforce. So it’s a good idea to know how far you can and should take your RPA.

It’s important to select the right platforms

As more businesses choose to embrace RPA, the number of companies that offer RPA solutions is increasing significantly. For this reason it can be difficult to know who to work with, especially if you're new to these technologies and systems. Speaking to these companies about what they offer can be extremely helpful and then you’ll be able to do your own comparison.

That said, it can also be helpful to get in touch with automation experts for more advice. They’ll have a better understanding of what each company offers and can measure these against the needs of your business. This will help them advise you on the best companies and software to choose from.

The experts know what they're talking about

It’s not always easy to admit when we have no idea what we’re doing. But when you first start considering RPA, you might not have a huge amount of knowledge on the subject and that’s where the experts come in. It might seem obvious, but the experts are called so for a reason. They have a deep understanding of RPA and the types of services out there. They can also get a feel for the needs of your business and advise you on best practice.

They’ll be able to take you through the entire RPA cycle, from planning, to implementation and managing your new systems in the future. They can help you choose the best vendors and give you peace of mind as you try to get your head around automation and the role of these new processes in your business.

Further reading:

• A Hitchhiker’s Guide to Robotic Process Automation by Extra Technology
• How RPA can Bridge the Gaps in Your Organization
• 4 Steps for End to End Automation by Symbox