What is RPA?

Robotic Process Automation (RPA) is an application of technology that enables

businesses to automate processes through the use of software bots. The bots
can capture and interpret business logic and provide responses to various digital
systems. They mimic the actions of humans and perform repetitive tasks. Instead
of people, software bots perform lower-value tasks, such as logging into various
systems and performing basic tasks. They can also learn and improve their
cognitive processes by analyzing and interpreting a text.

According to Precedence Research, the global robotic process automation market

size is projected to hit around USD 23.9 billion by 2030 and is poised to grow at a
compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 27.7% from 2021 to 2030.

This growth is connected with the that RPA provides organizations with the ability
to reduce staffing costs and human error. The use of robotic process automation
allows businesses to improve efficiency and reduce costs. It also increases
employee productivity and satisfaction. RPA can be easily implemented to enable
digital transformation processes that involve the use of legacy systems.

How RPA works?

The way people interact with software applications mirrors the way they think
about software. Its ability to mimic human actions has made it more accessible to
developers. The simplest way to create a software bot is by recording the actions
a user takes when they interact with an app. In most cases, these recordings
serve as a template for developing robust bots that can adapt to various changes
in screen size and layout.

Some tools also allow users to create hybrid bots that can run on the back end
and record and dynamically generate workflow automation.

Other tools that are used for implementing RPA include task mining and process
mining. These tools can automatically capture and map business process
workflows using machine learning technology. They can also collect user
interactions with other apps.

RPA tools also can then be linked to other AI modules that have predefined
capabilities, such as natural language or machine vision, which can then be used
to create intelligent process automation.

Some tools also allow users to create hybrid bots that can run on the back end
and record and dynamically generate workflow automation.

Other tools that are used for implementing RPA include task mining and process
mining. These tools can automatically capture and map business process
workflows using machine learning technology. They can also collect user
interactions with other apps.

RPA tools also can then be linked to other AI modules that have predefined
capabilities, such as natural language or machine vision, which can then be used
to create intelligent process automation.

Who is using RPA?

This list of examples will help you identify the most common solutions that can help
automated processes.

Retail banking
Bank account opening and closing can be automated with the help of bots. They can
collect client data in a digital format and then automatically close or create an order for a
client's account. They can also process manual transactions by gathering input from a
form.

Data collected by bots can be used to generate summaries of data, which can help bank
workers make informed decisions when it comes to loan decisions.

eCommerce
One of the most challenging tasks associated with running an e-commerce business
is returning processing. Most of the time, this process is carried out manually by
humans. An automated return processing system can help minimize manual work and
provide a better customer experience.
Using bots, customer support agents can be trained to perform various tasks, such as
processing bills and organizing orders.

One of the easiest tasks that can be automated with bots is product categorization. It can
help web store administrators reduce the manual work involved in managing inventory.

Human Resources
The complexity of the resumé screening process can be solved through the use of bots.
They can easily handle the data collected by resumés, which have similar properties.

The onboarding process for new hires usually involves a number of manual tasks, such
as creating new email accounts, establishing email lists, and retrieving personal
information from the company's databases. With the help of bots, these tasks can be
automated.

Another challenging part of the onboarding process is the creation of an offer letter. With
the help of bots, HR professionals can collect and send data about the letter.

Healthcare
Health care organizations rely on data ingestion to get rid of the manual work involved in
transferring patient data from paper to an electronic health record system. With the help of
computer vision and optical character recognition, data collected by bots can be easily
processed.

When it comes to patient scheduling, bots can be used to send notifications to patients
when they schedule an appointment. They can also sync with other systems that manage
patient scheduling.

One of the most useful features of bots is their ability to send discharge instructions.
They can also send notifications when a patient leaves the hospital or prepares to be
discharged.
But of course, these are not all areas where you can use RPA bots. From this list, you can
find similar features that may suit your business.

Now that we have covered the basics, we can move on to who this employee is RPA
developer.

What is the work of an RPA developer?

An RPA developer is a cross-functional individual who works with business analysts to
create and implement automation processes. Many organizations have formal titles for this
position, like Process Designer or Automation Architect.

The main duties of an RPA developer are to develop and implement software robots to
enhance the efficiency of business processes. On the job, the developer works with various
people from various industries to develop effective software that can handle mundane
tasks.

The responsibilities of an RPA developer can be split into two phases: the first involves
the participation in analysis and design of automation solutions, and the second involves
the development of bot, testing, and maintaining the entire ecosystem.

Let’s look close of these two big parts.

Business analysis
This stage is where the RPA developer works closely with the management of the
company, like the developer manager or project/product manager. He participates in:

Problem Identification. One of the goals of an RPA developer is to identify and

implement processes that can be automated. This involves analyzing a company's existing
operations and identifying areas where the software can improve productivity.

Requirements gathering. It is the stage of the project is where the developer conducts
interviews with the end-users to gather their feedback.

Documenting process steps. Developers are also involved in the development of off-the-

shelf solutions, which can be easily adapted to handle different tasks. They then explore
the possibility of integrating the existing systems into their own bot.

Market exploration. The development of a bot involves learning the steps involved in

completing a task, and this helps the developer complete more work. By documenting the
steps that a task requires, an RPA developer can easily complete the work and
communicate with the team about the results.

The second part is more individual.

Development
Bot development. Developers usually start by designing and coding the software that will
be used to complete the tasks. Some providers also offer tools that allow non-technical
users to develop their own bots through visual scripting.

RPA ecosystem design. The complexity of the task and the type of robot that it uses will
also determine the proper workflow for each type of robot. But the basic steps to design an
RPA ecosystem are:
Creation of user interface
A web or desktop app that lets users modify the bot's workflow, add new rules and interact
with it remotely.

Training
After the robot has been installed on your server or computer, it receives instructions to
perform a task. This process, which is called training, usually doesn’t require any
programming or complex software configurations.

Operation
After training bot can be operated in two ways:

When prompted to complete a task, attended RPA can trigger it or stop it. It does so by

taking advantage of the changes in the flow of the task.

Unattended RPAs can run without human intervention. Most of the time, they are
installed on a server or virtual machine and run in the background.

Orchestration
In case multiple bots perform the same task, orchestration is required. It allows the user to
launch or stop the bots and monitor their performance.

Choosing server
RPA developers should choose and use affordable physical or virtual servers to deploy
software. 

Testing and troubleshooting. Analyzing and troubleshooting issues is a part of the

quality control process that an RPA developer is responsible for. 
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Process flow control. Each automation step follows a set of actions that the bot must
perform in order to complete the task.

Deploy RPA components. Developers can also deploy automation software on their own
devices. They can also help maintain the integrity of the system by monitoring its usage.

Supervising RPA development. The duties of an RPA developer include overseeing the

development of the system and its various steps. This involves working with other
developers to communicate the company's requirements.

In order to be successful in this field, the RPA developer will need to have a broad set of
skills that are related to software development and business analysis.

RPA developer skills

Strategic Plan skills. The ability to plan and execute a strategy for an RPA project is an
integral part of this role.

Analytical skills. Being able to analyze and improve a process is very important. RPA
developer has to identify opportunities to improve the overall efficiency of the work.

Problem-solving skills. Getting used to automation can be a bit challenging at first,

especially since it can be prone to errors and bugs. Having the ability to debug a robot is
essential for RPA developers.

Programming

Developers of RPA must have the necessary skills to develop software that can be easily
integrated with the various processing machines of production. They must have high
 knowledge of the required programming languages like Python, Java, C, C++, etc., and
their environments. They should also be able to identify the best platform for their work.

Due to the nature of the work that they do, developers must also have an understanding of
the JavaScript source code, the DOM (Document Oriented Architecture), and HTML. The
HTML tags are introduced in the dynamic web applications to enable the developers to
easily identify the various components that are causing the problems.

The RPA developers should also be able to retrieve the data using SQL servers since they
can easily understand the query strings. This will enable them to perform faster analysis.

Also, the developer should also have an understanding of the various automation tools that
are included with the software. These tools can help improve the efficiency of the process.
And, of course, knowledge of machine learning. Over the years, the concept of robotic
process automation has evolved into cognitive automation. It combines the capabilities of
artificial intelligence and machine learning. Since machine learning is a complex field, it
makes sense to hire someone who has a strong background in this field.

Does RPA developer need coding?

Even though programming skills are necessary to become an RPA expert, non-
programmers can also learn the various tools and techniques used by the industry. But
remember, non-programmers are required to have the necessary skills to work in an
operational department such as finance, sales, and production.

Most companies that are adopting RPA have standard solutions. As there are many out-of-
the-box options, the position of an RPA developer is focused on implementing and
maintaining the most popular ones:

 UiPath 

 Automation Anywhere 

 Blue Prism 
 NICE 

 Work Fusion 

These tools are no-code and can help capture business flows. They only need to be set up
with simple business logic.

Moreover, these services provide certification and training for general RPA knowledge
and basic experience with RPA infrastructure. Even though this certification is the easiest
way to start a career in the field of robotic process automation, it requires no prior
knowledge or experience in this technology. Additionally, it provides an opportunity to
connect with industry experts.

What is RPA developer salary?

As mentioned, with digital transformation having an impact on every aspect of our lives,
the demand for certified RPA developers is robust. Today, most companies pay high-end
RPA developers. However, the salary range depends on the job role and the location.

According to Glassdoor:

The national average salary for a RPA developer is $75,132 per year in United States.
Salary estimates are based on 582 salaries submitted anonymously to Glassdoor by RPA
Developer employees.

The national average salary for a RPA Developer is ₹566,119 in India. Salary estimates
are based on 122 salaries submitted.  In Canada RPA developer average salary is
CA$73,453 and in UK the average salary amounts to £40,118.

As you can see from above, due to the increasing number of companies using robotic
process automation, the demand for skilled individuals with good RPA skills has led to
salary increases in this field.
To sum up
Despite its popularity, the field of robotic process automation is still expected to grow.
This is mainly due to the cost-savings that it can provide. One of the main advantages of
using robotic process automation is that it allows employees to focus on more important
tasks. It eliminates the need for manual work on tasks that can be automated.

Using robotic process automation can also help lower costs by reducing the number of
people needed to complete certain tasks. With the increasing number of companies using
robotic process automation, there are plenty of job opportunities in this field are also
increasing.

Even people with limited expertise can quickly learn and implement the basic principles of
robotic process automation.

We at Mad Devs unequivocally support this trend in business process automation and
offer RPA services for you. Leave a request and we are ready to solve the problem of
routine tasks in your company.
Difference between Agile Model and V-Model:
Agile Model V-Model

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which development and testing are but development and testing are not
concurrent. concurrent.

It has two phases Verification and

It consists of different sprints. Validation.

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model. model.

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team. don’t interact much with end users.

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on each other. independent.

It is iterative. It is not iterative.

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