Article
RPA in Action: Automated Report Generation for Accounting
By Pat Cameron on Fri, 06/26/2020
Watch this example of robotic process automation (RPA) in action and see how easy it is to automate accounting reports with Automate and your accounting system, like Sage 50.
Guide
How to Do IT Cost Optimization
Our years of experience shows that organizations waste 30% of their hybrid IT spend, on average. This article identifies the five key components of a cost optimization strategy and how to be successful with each of them.
Blog
The State of Intelligent Automation
By Paul Necklen on Thu, 06/25/2020
With today’s organizations changing daily, budgets upended, and project roadmaps altered, incorporating intelligent automation and RPA can have an immediate ROI. With today’s organizations changing daily, budgets upended, and project roadmaps altered, incorporating intelligent automation and RPA can have an immediate ROI.
On-Demand Webinar
Be Your Company's RPA Hero: How to Navigate the RPA Journey to Build a More Efficient Business
By Paul Necklen
Join Paul Necklen, Director of RPA Technology at Fortra, in this on-demand webinar to learn how a robotic process automation (RPA) solution can help your organization be more efficient and productive.
Blog
8 Ways RPA Tools Can Transform Your Workday
By Paul Necklen on Thu, 06/18/2020
Learn how RPA tools can help automate repetitive tasks and transform your workday.
On-Demand Webinar
Remote Management for IBM i Backups
Watch this recorded webinar to learn the tools and techniques you need to set up remote management for unattended IBM i (iSeries, AS/400) backups.
Article
Robot Save Restricted State Utility (RSU)—Get Your Weekends Back!
By Chuck Losinski on Tue, 06/02/2020
There are processes that are required on your IBM i that need to run with the system in what is called a “restricted state” condition. A restricted state is when all subsystems are inactive and new jobs cannot enter the system. Only the system console might be active.
Blog
Top 8 RPA in Banking Use Cases
Tue, 05/26/2020
Banks around the world are turning to RPA to increase efficiency, improve auditing and reporting, and deliver a better customer experience. Here are 8 of the top RPA use cases in banking.
On-Demand Webinar
How to Protect IBM i from the New Malware Threats of 2020
By Sandi Moore
IBM i has never been immune to malware—but threats to businesses are greater than ever. Watch this webinar to learn how to keep your systems up and running.
Blog
IBM i Disaster Recovery Planning During a Crisis
By Richard Dolewski on Thu, 05/07/2020
As company’s look to cut IT costs during a crisis, don’t scrimp on your disaster recovery investment! Stick to your DR Plan and avoid the temptation to make shortcuts like these.
On-Demand Webinar
Lights-Out Automation for IBM i Data Centers
In a time when unattended computer operations are expected, IBM i is the right platform. Watch this webinar to get the success formula for lights-out automation.
Blog
Using RPA in Mortgage Processing
Wed, 04/22/2020
Robotic process automation in mortgage origination processing can save you significant time, especially when you process hundreds of applications every day. Learn how to use RPA in three key areas to streamline mortgage processing in your business.
Blog
What Not to Do for IBM i Disaster Recovery
By Debbie Saugen on Tue, 04/21/2020
It may seem like common sense, but you’d be surprised how many organizations are still making these tape media mistakes. If this is you, there’s never been a better time to change your processes and improve IBM i disaster recovery!
Article
RPA in Action: Automated COVID-19 Employee Wellness Survey
By Paul Necklen on Thu, 04/02/2020
Watch this example of robotic process automation (RPA) in action and see how you can automatically send employees a COVID-19 wellness survey and track company-wide results.
Blog
7 Misconceptions About Automation
By Chuck Losinski on Tue, 03/31/2020
Don’t let fear of the unknown decide your fate. Familiarize yourself with the facts about automation before you spend another minute on manual AS400 operations.
Article
Why Relying on Scripted Operations Can Be a Problem for Your Business
By Steve Brasen on Tue, 03/31/2020
Scripting provides a powerful platform to automate simple tasks, but overusing custom scripts is hazardous for your business.