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Ideas on automation and the future of work

Field notes, product thinking, and perspective from the AXI team on putting AI-enabled automation to work in the industries we serve.

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Automate 2026 in Chicago

Based on my experience, I can honestly tell you that industrial automation has taken a giant leap in the past 12 months, and we've entered a new era of technological innovation. Over my career, I've experienced two tectonic technology shifts that transformed every company and industry: 1) Mobile (3G, 4G, 5G, and the first iPhone) and 2) the Internet (remember AOL, Yahoo, and MySpace). And now, AI, including machine learning, LLMs, vision, and physical robotics, is reshaping industries in the same way — arguably more dramatically....

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AI-Driven Automation: Transparency Through Iteration

The Human Layer of Automation: Designing for the People in the Process In the world of automation, much of the conversation centers on speed, cost savings, and scale. And while those are important, they’re not enough. True success in automation comes not from removing people—but from empowering them.At ApertureXI (AXI), we believe the most transformative

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The Convergence of RPA and Generative AI: Revolutionizing Business Processes

In the ever-evolving landscape of automation, the convergence of Robotic Process Automation (RPA) and Generative AI is creating unprecedented opportunities for innovation and efficiency. This integration, when combined with methods to inject company-specific data and business rules, is made possible by Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG) models. This potent combination is poised to transform how businesses operate,

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Revolutionizing Document Processing with AI and OCR: Unlocking Efficiency

Revolutionizing Document Processing with AI and OCR: Unlocking Efficiency In the contemporary business world, the efficient management of voluminous and complex documents like medical records, financial reports, and contracts is paramount. The integration of Artificial Intelligence (AI) with Optical Character Recognition (OCR) is significantly altering this domain, offering enhanced efficiency and precision in processing vast

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