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Workflow automation MVP
How to scope and build an automation tool that actually saves time.
Automation products fail when they automate the wrong step. Start with the bottleneck that costs the most time or money.
Find the bottleneck
Choose the one workflow that causes the most pain. Do not automate everything at once.
Define inputs and outputs
Automation needs clear inputs, rules, and outputs. If those are vague, results will be inconsistent.
- Input data sources
- Decision rules
- Output format
Prove time saved
Measure time saved in the MVP. If you cannot show a win, the product will not stick.
Target Outcome
An automation MVP that delivers a visible time or cost win.
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