SupplyChain Magazine January 2021 | Page 64

TECHNOLOGY

Take a look at what robotic process automation brings to the global supply chain network , and how it can transform your processes today .

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Robotics and robotic process automation ( RPA ) aren ’ t ‘ new kids on the block ’ anymore , when it comes to global supply chain operations . It seems like every day we see further advancement in the field of robotics , but , while the greater majority of logistics providers , manufacturers , and retailers have adopted and implemented various types of Supply Chain Management ( SCM ) system , to automate processes , the concept of complete process automation and data integration still eludes most . Whichever industry-leader you turn to , you ’ ll know that digital transformation is revolutionising end-to-end supply chain management operations . From sale to creation to delivery - it ’ s all being shaken up . So , I suppose for the money-savvy C-Suite executives in a continually evolving organisation , this software proves valuable through its ability to automate datadriven processes , whilst simultaneously decreasing costs , reducing error rates across the board , and optimising operations .

JANUARY 2021