We are all seeking faster, leaner and more efficient processes and there is little doubt that automation tools are of the most powerful solutions for making this a reality. But with 70% of digital transformation efforts ending in failure, the decision of how, when and where to introduce this technology into your organization should not be made lightly.

With insight from OPEX Week 2020 speaker Mike Lamendola, Director of Operational Excellence and eProcess solutions at Covance Inc, we break down critical factors to consider when embarking on your own automation journey.

Points covered include:

1. The early stages
2. Choosing the correct technology
3. Creating the right foundation
4. Lessons learned
5. Looking ahead
6. Three actionable steps