AI & AUTOMATION
Understanding the VALUE of AUTOMATION in MANUFACTURING
Manufacturing Global takes a look at the value of automation in manufacturing , the current trends and its future in the industry
WRITTEN BY : GEORGIA WILSON
In the wake of COVID-19 , industry 4.0 capabilities have become even more critical to manufacturing operations . Industry leaders harnessing digital solutions are better equipping themselves to weather potential crises in the future .
Coupling the new challenges of COVID-19 with the continuous drive for greater throughput and cost reductions , manufacturers are looking to Industry 4.0 solutions - in particular automation - to increase efficiencies .
The value of automation in manufacturing Speaking with Gavin Mee , Managing Director UK and Ireland at UiPath , on the value of automation for manufacturers he explains that “ with time-consuming back-office tasks such as inventory management placed in the hands of software robots , employees can focus on value added activities that require human ingenuity and skill , such as customer communication and innovation . Automation can therefore improve efficiency and employee satisfaction simultaneously .
“ Crucially , these robots can work 24 / 7 without fatigue or error , twice to fivetimes faster than their human colleagues . Therefore , back-office processes can be performed around the clock , allowing for real-time monitoring of customer demand , production capacity and inventory levels . This all leads to leaner , more efficient operations across the back office and allows employees to have the information they need , when they need it .”
For organisations to be able to unlock the value of Robotic Process Automation
82 April 2021