Both workflow automation software (also known as workflow management software) and digital forms are essential in today’s world of hybrid and remote working. Staff are often working from home, out on the field, or whilst travelling, which means organisations can no longer use outdated methods of working that rely on a physical presence. By using paperless forms and automated workflows, teams can get their tasks done regardless of their working location.
But more than that, workflow automation and digital forms bring loads of operational benefits to your teams and entire business, including:
• Streamlined processes: Automated workflow software handles the repetitive and manual tasks for you, eliminating the need for staff to input data into forms or scan and email paperwork to their colleagues for sign-off. Instead, workflow automations will move business processes forward through pre-defined stages, such as “submitted”, “in progress”, “completed”. However complex your processes, you can tailor our workflow automation software to suit your business operations.
• Time savings: A workflow management system saves a lot of time from manual busywork such as data entry, replying to emails, and filling in paper forms. By using workflow automations, your staff will recoup those lost hours and be free to work on projects that bring more value.
• Paperless forms: Replacing paperwork with digital forms helps reduce costs, which for small businesses running on a tight budget, will prove essential
Not only that, but switching to online forms is better for the environment too. A typical US office worker uses 10,000 sheets of copy paper a year, equivalent to 4 million tons of annual paper consumption. But by going digital instead, you can help reduce your organisation’s carbon footprint.