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Top 5 Automation Mistakes Companies Make

Posted: Sat Dec 21, 2024 4:03 am
by Aklima@41
Automation has become a critical part of the modern business. But many automation newbies who view it as a “just-for-push” technology are missing out on its unmatched benefits.

Implementing automation isn’t always easy, and many businesses make mistakes that can undermine their automation efforts. Instead of jumping in blindly, it’s best to learn a little about automation so you can avoid common pitfalls.

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In this article, we will cover the following points:

What Happens When You Automate the Wrong Processes
When Businesses Neglect the Value of Human Interaction
The Pitfalls of Ignoring Data Quality and Analysis
Not understanding the complexities of automation
Lack of control and improvement of automation
Five Automation Mistakes


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1. Automate bad processes
One of the most common automation mistakes companies make is automating the wrong processes. There’s no limit to the lightning-fast applications of automation. It’s easy to get carried away by a brilliant idea, only to get distracted by the next feature on Product Hunt.

So what types of processes are not the best candidates for automation?

Your core offering: Putting a garrison of machines between you and the joy of using your product or service blurs the customer connections that make your brand so compelling. Beware of automation that turns your strongest touchpoints into transactions—a fragile relationship that your competitors can easily replicate.