What is the automation rate of a process?
Key Facts
- Enterprise-wide automation drives 40% greater productivity than piecemeal efforts, according to industry trends.
- 78% of executives plan to invest in automation to address persistent workforce hiring challenges.
- 85% of business leaders believe automation reduces employee turnover and improves talent attraction.
- The global RPA market is projected to reach $20.1 billion by 2030, signaling strong adoption momentum.
- Over 90% of CIOs now lead initiatives in analytics, AI, and automation beyond traditional IT roles.
- In 2023, 541,302 industrial robots were installed worldwide, despite a 2.1% annual decline.
- Robot density in manufacturing rose to 162 units per 10,000 workers globally, up from 151.
Frequently Asked Questions
What exactly is meant by 'automation rate' of a process?
Why do off-the-shelf automation tools often fail to achieve high automation rates?
Can small businesses realistically achieve high automation rates?
How does enterprise-wide automation compare to piecemeal automation in terms of results?
What are common business processes that can benefit from higher automation rates?
How can I find out my current automation rate and improve it?
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