The best way to illustrate the benefits of an automated workflow is to compare it to a manual file transfer. A manual file transfer process may require an individual to wait on transfers before they are able to initiate the next step in the sequence of tasks or it may require them to process data from one format to another. Also, human error is a factor within the process to account for whether steps are missed which can lead to transfers failing and time required for troubleshooting.
By utilizing workflow automation effectively it can lead to time-saving, cost-savings, increased productivity as well as minimizing risk and freeing up valuable resource.