1. Align with operations strategy
Whilst automation is able to solve key problems like reducing labor cost and increasing productivity, to ensure that the business runs without a hitch, the decision to turn towards automation must find the right mixture along with operation strategy. The right balance will propel your business towards its goals.
2. Clear statement on a problem
Before jumping into implementing automation, identifying the problem and how automation can solve or provide improvement links the overall organization strategy. This is how you decide what type of automation can offer refinement in your operations.
3. Well-defined ROI
If implementing automation does not provide a clear or beneficial return of investment, your organization may not be able to utilize all the great benefits of what automation can offer. Automation implemented should be able to meet all current and foreseeable future complexities and needs.