The economics of automation-oriented software, apps, and websites

Brief guide for investments in automation applications, websites, and other specialized software

Investing in highly automated software solutions is essential for increasing a company’s competitiveness. Moreover, automation has become one of the fundamental pillars for growth and performance. Thus, a rigorous cost-benefit analysis and assessment of market positioning provide a clear perspective on the optimal automation level at a given moment.

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Current Cost Analysis

Regardless of the business, this analysis should be periodically conducted. However, this analysis will consider only aspects software and automation could handle, specifically:
Human Resources: Salary costs, professional training, and losses from human errors.
Time and Efficiency: Manual activities consume considerable time and tire employees, affecting performance.
Equipment and Infrastructure: Operational costs accumulate and can become substantial in certain situations.

Competitive Context Analysis

It is sufficient to note that automation leads to quality deliverables, delivered on time, and at reduced costs.

Budget Determination

Key factors include: amortization period, financial savings, market dynamics (always slightly better than a competitor working manually), and growth potential.
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A thorough analysis of current and future estimated operational expenditures provides an overview of how automation and digitalization generate savings and improved performance.

ROI Calculation and Amortization Period

The figures obtained in cost analysis, existing strategic risks/opportunities, and development plans are key elements for budgeting and establishing an amortization period.

Current Market Trends

Businesses have already begun prioritizing artificial intelligence when considering human resource hiring and management. For example, Shopify’s CEO (a company valued at $105 billion) stated: "the company will only make new hires if employees can prove AI can’t do the work required." Read more on Fortune.com.

Conclusions

Automation through software and digitalization represents both an opportunity and a necessity at the same time.

An informed decision takes into account business objectives, competitive pressure, and the tangible advantages of implementing automated solutions. With thorough analysis, budget planning, a clear implementation timeline, and choosing a reliable partner, this step will lead to profitability and a competitive edge.

Why Choose Mevoro?

Since 2012, we have approached projects with professionalism, emphasizing a thorough understanding of the processes to be integrated, meticulous planning, on-time delivery, and high-quality support.