This year, most supply chain organizations have logistics as a top priority. Many are looking for ways to optimize their inventory management. Robotic process automation (RPA) offers the potential for improved quality of logistics and inventory tasks and reduced employee time spent on these tasks. To realize the full benefits of RPA, organizations must ensure they carefully plan how they will implement this technology.
Most supply chain organizations have made logistics a priority, especially regarding inventory management. Robotic process automation (RPA) can support efficient completion of logistics tasks with minimal human involvement.
The infographic below shows how organizations prioritize RPA in logistics, as well as the benefits and barriers for the technology.
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