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Automation as a solution to the shortage of skilled workers

More and more often, we hear that companies are having trouble filling open positions. Companies have to struggle to find enough skilled workers to keep their businesses running and growing. In many areas, the shortage of skilled workers has become a serious problem. Surely there must be a solution to this? After all, things can’t go on like this.

One answer to this question could be automation. In the following article, you will learn what automation is, how it works, what benefits it offers, and why or how automation can help you get a grip on the skills shortage problem.

What is automation?

The term “automation” has Greek roots with the meaning of “self-moving” (ancient Greek αὐτόματος automatos). Accordingly, automation systems are capable of independently solving tasks or problems of a constant or also changing nature.  

Automation is a process in which the execution of tasks or processes is taken over by machines or computers in order to reduce human labor or to perform certain tasks more efficiently. It can be used in many different areas (manufacturing, logistics, administration and many more).

How does automation work?

Automation can be done in a variety of ways, including the use of robots, machine controls, sensors, or software programs. Automation can perform tasks that are simple and repetitive, as well as complex tasks that require specialized knowledge or skills.

In the manufacturing industry, for example, machines and robots can be used to make, assemble, and package parts. In the logistics industry, automated storage and transportation solutions can be used to store and move products more efficiently. In the administration industry, automated software programs can be used to automate work processes such as collecting data or creating reports.

What are the benefits of automation?

Automation offers many benefits, including increased efficiency, better quality, reduced costs and improved safety. Automation can also help reduce the shortage of skilled workers by automating tasks that otherwise require specialized skills.

Wie kann die Automatisierung helfen, das Problem des Fachkräftemangels zu lösen?

Automation has now become commonplace in many industries. It allows companies to automate many of their business processes, resulting in greater efficiency and productivity. Automation can also help solve the skills shortage. How? – By automating tasks that would otherwise require specialized skills while freeing up existing employees.

A good example of this is manufacturing. Many companies struggle to find skilled workers capable of operating and maintaining complex machinery. By automating their production processes, companies can reduce their dependence on skilled labor. In addition, the quality of their products can also be improved and their production costs reduced.

Office tasks are another example. By automating routine tasks and document processing, companies can free their employees from repetitive and time-consuming tasks, thus saving time and resources. Employees can then focus on more important tasks that add more value to the business.

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Does automation mean job losses?

Not necessarily. Automation can also help create new jobs by opening up new opportunities for specialists in areas such as data analytics, robotics and artificial intelligence. Jobs, especially those that are simple and repetitive and don’t require specialized skills or experience, may be a different story. 

However, it is important to note that automation does not necessarily lead to job loss. Rather, it is a matter of restructuring and retraining workers to redirect them to other work areas or tasks that automation cannot replace.

Conclusion

Overall, automation is an important technology that can help companies operate more efficiently and productively. By automating tasks, companies can save time and resources, improve quality, and relieve employees of repetitive and time-consuming tasks. If you want your business to be ready for the future, you should sit down with your team and figure out what processes can and should be automated in your company. Because automation is a technology that companies should not ignore if they want to optimize their business processes.

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