Using RPA To Transform Existing Systems
About the Client
The client is an American-based designer and manufacturer of motion and fluid controls and control systems for applications in aerospace, defense, industrial and medical devices.
Services rendered:
- Automation of paper based invoice processing
Technologies/Tools used:
- Python, UiPath, OCR - ABBYY FlexiCapture
Industry:
- Aerospace and Defense
Solutions
We undertook pilot development using RPA, and offered recommendations for Purchase Order Creation Process and Accounts Payable automation. The following solutions were offered:
- Studied existing “AS-IS” Purchase Order creation process using EPR and SCM flow
- Technical study of EPR system – Technology, RPA compatibility with EPR system, Data Import/export and EPR user interface assessment
- Understood the EPR to SCM data feed process
- RPA compatibility with MBS system
- Evaluated maturity of current process to identify suitability of RPA automation
- Development of RPA pilot solutions for both Purchase Order Creation and Account Payable automation
- Provided study documentation and RPA recommendation for next steps
Results
End-to-end paperless process removed hassle in dealing with paper works
60% effectiveness due to RPA
RPA implementation offered better turnaround time
Eliminated manual process and enabled optimized utilization of resources
Easier access and search enabled for quotes and invoices