Process Automation
The Driving Force Behind Modern Engineering
Seamless End-to-End Workflows
Seamless processes are essential for efficiency and profitability in dynamic industries such as mechanical engineering. Digital process automation replaces manual, error‑prone steps with intelligent, predefined workflows. As a result, automation becomes a strategic enabler for faster turnaround times and more efficient product development.
More Time for Value Creation
Instead of spending time on repetitive tasks such as opening, editing, or organizing technical data, the system performs these steps automatically using a defined set of rules. Workflow automation provides reusable process sequences that can execute complex tasks – like processing CAD data or triggering downstream processes in your backend systems – at the push of a button or via external triggers.
Full Transparency from Inquiry to Production
End‑to‑end process automation enhances information flow across engineering, sales, and manufacturing. By combining engineering automation with seamless workflows, companies gain full transparency at every stage and significantly reduce turnaround times.
Key Benefits of Process Automation
Where Engineering Meets Automation
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Together, we analyze your existing workflows and identify specific opportunities for more efficient, digital processes – in a practical, structured manner and with a clear focus on measurable benefits.
- Analysis of your engineering and sales processes
- Identification of opportunities for optimization
- A clear roadmap for your digital transformation
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The Services that make Digital Transformation Projects a Success
Successful digital transformation isn’t achieved simply by using software. We support and advise our clients throughout the entire lifecycle—from the initial idea to stable operation.
Software for Process Automation
Our software and solutions address the challenges that arise when industrial processes reach their limits: product variety, manual handoffs, and a lack of integration between sales, engineering, and IT.
Lino® Automate
Transforms routine CAD tasks into fully automated workflows using intelligent action lists and seamlessly integrates them with PDM, PLM, or ERP systems—for maximum time savings.
Lino® AI Agent
Via Conversation
Intuitively captures requirements through voice input, prevents configuration errors, and connects requests directly to CAD automation and ERP systems for a seamless digital workflow.
Automate Engineering. Streamline Processes.
Digital engineering processes for mechanical and plant engineering: Automate design, product configuration, and workflows; seamlessly integrate CAD, PDM, and ERP; and accelerate sales, planning, and manufacturing—efficiently, error-free, and with future-proof connectivity.
Frequently asked questions
Knowledge base on workflow automation, efficiency improvements, and error reduction.
Knowledge Base on Workflow Automation, Efficiency Improvements, and Error ReductionIn this section, we answer questions about automating recurring engineering and business processes.
Learn how automated workflows handle routine tasks, process data consistently, and help companies reduce turnaround times and use resources more efficiently.
What does process consulting mean in the context of process automation?
Process consulting analyzes existing engineering and business processes and identifies manual, error-prone steps. The goal is to replace these with intelligent, predefined, and automated workflows. Especially in mechanical engineering or manufacturing industries, this creates continuous digital processes without media disruptions, from order intake through to production.
Which processes can be automated?
Typical use cases include automatically processing CAD data, storing technical documents, or triggering follow-up processes in backend systems. Reusable process sequences make it possible to start complex task bundles based on rules at the push of a button or via external triggers.
How does process automation reduce errors?
Manual interventions are a frequent source of errors. Clearly defined, automated process steps reliably eliminate typos, incorrect file storage, or forgotten tasks. This increases process reliability and ensures consistent results across all systems.
What advantages does process automation offer for engineering
Routine tasks such as opening, editing, or storing technical data are handled automatically in the background. Design engineers and technicians gain valuable time for creative and value-adding activities. At the same time, lead times are reduced and productivity increases measurably.
How does process automation improve transparency?
Automated workflows create complete traceability of all process steps, from order receipt to delivery. Information flows between sales, engineering, and production become more transparent and consistent, because media disruptions are avoided.
Is process automation scalable?
Yes. Automation is designed to be flexible and grows with your company’s requirements. New processes, systems, or product variants can be integrated without destabilizing existing structures.
What role does data quality play in process automation?
Uniform, automated process steps ensure consistent data across all connected systems. This sustainably improves data quality and reduces the coordination effort between departments
How do I get started with process automation?
The starting point is usually an analysis of existing workflows. Bottlenecks, media disruptions, and manual activities are identified. On this basis, concrete automation concepts are developed that increase efficiency, reduce errors, and significantly shorten lead times.