As we enter a new machine era, businesses are finding that they need to adapt to the latest technologies to stay competitive. Machine learning, artificial intelligence (AI), big data, and other automation technologies have fundamentally changed the way we do business, and it’s not always easy to keep up with the pace of change. For workers, this means that new skills are needed to adapt to these changes, and employers need to create a work environment that takes these changes into account. In this article, the El Dorado Chamber of Commerce provides workers with a guide to navigating the new machine era and what it means for future workflows and processes.

Research Industry Trends

To better equip yourself for the ever-changing work landscape, it is important to research the industry trends to see what other businesses are doing in terms of adopting automated technologies. Observing and learning from other companies, provides you with an opportunity to find the best practices in the industry you work in. It also helps to identify areas to improve your workflows by optimizing them with current technology. By knowing the current trends, you can create proactive solutions to remain ahead of the curve.

Reexamine Current Workflows Through Process Mining

Process mining can be a great way to reexamine current workflows and spot inefficiencies in the way you are currently doing things. By analyzing data from existing systems, process mining allows you to find opportunities for improvement that you may have otherwise missed. You may consider this approach to be highly beneficial for finding new ways to streamline business processes and reduce costs.

Establish Best Practices for Machine Learning Incorporation

Incorporating machine learning technologies, like AI, requires a set of steps to reap their benefits. For implementation to be successful, it is important to gather enough data points before implementation to ensure that the system is working towards its intended use. Before incorporating this technology, you should establish a set of best practices to ensure accuracy, precision and overall user experience. Building these processes into the workflow saves time, resources and generates better outcomes.

Develop Processes for Handling Unexpected Results

As machines are introduced into processes, unexpected results may occur and automation may even break. To avoid business operations disruptions, the University of Michigan notes that it is important to set up procedures that allow for handling unexpected results. This can be addressed through comprehensive testing of the system before implementation, employing trained staff to monitor the tech and implementing contingency plans whenever automation fails.

Focus on Scalability Factors

When adapting to changes, focus should not only be limited to cost savings. It's important to bear in mind the scalability factors such as speediness, flexibility and outcomes of future scenarios. By creating highly scalable workflows, businesses will be better equipped to scale up operations and manage growth. The incorporation of variability and solid strategy will lead to long-term success that will be sustainable well into the future.

Ethical Policy for Automated Technologies

As automated technologies become more prominent in society, it is crucial to adopt ethical principles in crafting policy around their usage. TechRepublic points out that policies should be developed that take into account the need to protect individual privacy while also providing a legitimate level of protection. Measures should be taken to ensure that any policies governing the use of automated technologies are fair, impartial, and tailored to address the specific concerns of each party involved.

Any policy crafted surrounding automated technology must respect the rights and liberties of individuals while still being mindful of security considerations. This includes intelligent automation and robotic process animation (RPA). When you’re considering intelligent automation, keep in mind that it combines AI and RPA that results in fast end-to-end business process automation. The result is quicker and more streamlined digital transformation that makes your business more efficient and more profitable. 

The new machine era has arrived, and ahead of us, there's an ever-evolving work landscape. Workers and businesses need to remain agile, creative and keep up to date with the latest advances to stay competitive, optimize workflows, and improve efficiency. By doing so, your business can provide better products or services, increasing your profitability and improving the working lives of employees.

By researching industry trends, using process mining, and establishing best practices, you can efficiently incorporate these new technologies into your workflow. And with comprehensive planning and strategic consideration, your business will pave the way to success.

If you are interested in making a difference in your community and have a passion for helping other local businesses, you should consider joining the El Dorado Chamber of Commerce. Connect with us today to learn more! (316) 321-3150