RPA

Robotic Process Automation

RPA is the process by which a software bot uses a combination of automation, computer vision, and machine learning to automate repetitive, high-volume tasks that are rule-based and trigger-driven.

Robotic process automation is nothing but instructing a machine to execute mundane, repetitive manual tasks. If there is a logical step to performing a task, a bot will be able to replicate it.

RPA is an advanced form of business process automation that is able to record tasks performed by a human on their computer, then perform those same tasks without human intervention. Essentially, it is a virtual robot copycat. RPA is to automate repetitive tasks that were previously handled by humans. The software is programmed to do repetitive tasks across applications and systems. The software is taught a workflow with multiple steps and applications.

RPA Thumb Rules

• The process must be rule-based
• The process must be repeated at regular intervals or have a pre-defined trigger
• The process must have defined inputs and outputs
• The task should have sufficient volume

Major Business Processes that can be automated with RPA

1. Invoice Processing
2. Procure-to-pay
3. Sales Orders
4. Accounts Payable
5. ERP Data Entry
6. Data Queries
7. Human Resources
8. Payroll Management
9. Mailroom
10. Enterprise Security