Automation: How to Unlock Corporate Value

Boards need to work with management team to continue to identify and prioritize opportunities in automation to enhance all aspects of operations, product development and service delivery.

• Challenges in implementing automation need to be identified and incorporate into a strong change management program to ensure enterprise-wide acceptance and adoption.
• Boards can play a significant oversight role in the automation process by helping management establish guardrails – policies, protocols and controls – and require reporting back on progress as an accountability mechanism in driving change.
• Become and remain familiar with emerging automation technologies and methods to be competitive and optimize the business’ capabilities.