5 Ways to Boost Business Value with Automation
Automation doesn’t have to be intimidating. If you’re looking to take your business to the next level, systems automation (which often goes hand-in-hand with cloud computing) can get you there. Here are five key ways that shifting to an automated model can boost your business:
Efficiency Automation of systems, especially through cloud computing, comes with substantial efficiency benefits. Often these systems and services will schedule and complete essential maintenance, updates and patches. In some cases, they’ll even offer limited support for users. All this alleviates a time burden on your IT department and frees up important hours to focus elsewhere on business priorities.
Connection When you take a leap and begin connecting systems, your employees will feel more connected too. Gone are the days of trading tedious notes, making endless verification phone calls, or drowning in email chains to verify basic information. Integrated systems with automated update processes mean everyone is on the same page all the time.
Scaling ability A well-automated set of business systems won’t just run smoothly; it’ll also offer forecasting abilities – giving you a clear path to business growth. Your systems can help identify trends, crunch data, and let you know when upgrades are needed. There’s nothing more welcome than a nudge to level up to the next customer volume plan, indicating you’re growing faster than anticipated.
Cost savings The combination of an efficient, secure, easily scalable system that can connect your employees and customers in real-time can only add up to one thing: savings. Automation results in employee savings by alleviating the burdensome overhead of busy work and often comes with cost savings built into their plans as your business grows.
Security (and peace of mind) Keeping data safe has become a full-time job in any industry, and automating your systems can come with increased peace of mind. The integrated and cloud-based systems available generally use highly encrypted and secure servers; many cloud computing models likely have a higher level of security than existing business systems and servers.
Due diligence is essential, so make sure you choose the right set of systems to automate. Aim for security, ease of use, cost-effectiveness, and scalability.
How can Halkin Business Partners help?
We have 20 years of experience working with SME clients to provide advice on sales, accounting, operations and technology systems. Our holistic view of your business means building you the best possible solution and guiding you through the implementation process. Halkin experts can map out your processes, prescribe and implement cloud-based solutions across Point of Sale, e-commerce, Inventory Management, Accounting and CRM systems. Speak to a specialist and get started on your automation journey.
