Higher, further, faster – new technologies are advancing at breakneck speed and business demands are higher than ever. To avoid sinking in this competitive landscape, continuous adaptation and improvement are essential. The challenge isn't "just" about optimizing internal processes - it's about creating an environment that fosters innovation and agility in response to ever-evolving market demands.
BOAT: Setting the Sails Correctly
The seamless interaction of processes, technologies, and people within companies plays a decisive role in keeping businesses afloat. In this context, utilizing Business Orchestration & Automation Technologies (BOAT) is crucial. According to industry analysts at Gartner, BOAT represents a logical evolution and enhancement of business process management.
The journey begins with optimizing and automating processes for maximum efficiency. The next step is to integrate and synchronize the various components of a business process in the best way possible. This involves merging already existing and familiar technologies, systems, and applications - such as robotic process automation, artificial intelligence, and the Internet of Things - into a cohesive, well-coordinated system. This holistic orchestration ensures perfect synchronization of company-wide processes and workflows across technological and departmental boundaries.
Nose to the Wind: Embracing New Technologies and Skills
But that's not where the journey ends. BOAT also requires integrating new developments, values, and skills into the daily operations of a business. The adoption of AI tools, for instance, has already shown how disruptive technologies can reshape work practices, skill sets, and user expectations. The digital future will continue to be characterized by new trends and technologies that compete for attention and investment - and thus have a significant impact on everyday business life. Business leaders must navigate these changes by pursuing innovative strategies that add real value and enhance competitiveness. Through seamless automation and orchestration, BOAT offers comprehensive benefits, including:
- Faster application development
- Accelerated processes
- More efficient use of resources
- Reduced probability of errors
- Increased data quality
- Enhanced flexibility, agility, and responsiveness
These benefits collectively contribute to boosting operational excellence and securing a competitive edge for companies.
“The seamless interaction of processes, technologies, and people within companies plays a decisive role in keeping businesses afloat.”
Marcel Prügel
Head of Product Management, Axon Ivy AG
Automation Platforms: The Steering Wheel in Your Hand
Intelligent automation platforms are undoubtedly part of BOAT. But in this scenario, they offer much more. These platforms provide the foundation for fully harnessing BOAT's advantages. The platforms enable the holistic and seamless optimization, automation and orchestration of business processes. By integrating processes, technologies, and employees, companies can achieve effective management and higher-level control. This approach allows businesses to unlock the full potential of existing solutions, optimize the deployment of disruptive technologies, and capitalize on new tools.
With automation platforms that support low-code development, the possibilities for innovation in application development are virtually limitless. The resulting agility, flexibility, and responsiveness are key to ensuring long-term business success.
Riding the Wave of Success with BOAT
To navigate a dynamic business environment successfully, companies must leave behind traditional, rigid structures and manual processes, embracing a smart digital approach to systems and workflows. The strategic adoption of BOAT is essential for leveraging the full potential of digital transformation, ensuring success in a rapidly evolving world.
