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If you automate a process that has errors, all you’ve done…

“If you automate a process that has errors, all you’ve done is automate the generation of those errors.” quote by W.L.W. Borowiecki
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““If you automate a process that has errors, all you’ve done is automate the generation of those errors.””

W.L.W. Borowiecki

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Automating flawed processes magnifies errors; fix fundamentals first.

In simple terms: Automating errors spreads them.

Key Takeaway

Improve the process before automating.

Themes

automation errors process improvement quality

Mood

analytical cautionary

Type

Automation:1 Errors:1 Automate:1 Automate Process:1 Process Errors:1 Ve Automate:0 Automate Generation:1

When to use this quote

  • software development
  • manufacturing
  • business operations

Key Concepts

engineering management systems thinking

Questions to Reflect On

  • What errors exist in your workflow?
  • How can you redesign before automating?
A Different Perspective

Automation without analysis can cause larger failures.

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