"Process optimization" refers to the systematic approach to improving business processes to maximize efficiency, quality, cost, or other performance indicators. Existing workflows are analyzed, bottlenecks are identified, and measures are taken to make the process smoother and more effective.
Typical functions of software in the field of process optimization include:
Analysis of process data: The software captures and analyzes data from business processes to identify bottlenecks, constraints, or inefficient areas.
Simulation of improvements: Simulation tools are provided to test various improvement scenarios and assess their impact on the process before implementation.
Task automation: The software enables the automation of recurring or manual tasks within the process to reduce lead times and errors.
Optimization algorithms: Use of algorithms to optimize processes, for example, to maximize resource utilization or minimize waiting times.
Real-time monitoring and adjustment: Ability to monitor processes in real-time and dynamically adjust based on current data and events to quickly respond to changes.
Reporting and performance analysis: Generation of reports and dashboards to monitor the performance of optimized processes, track KPIs, and identify improvement potentials.