Driving Robotics and Artificial Intelligence from the C-Suite

C-3PO and R2-D2 are an odd couple in the Star Wars universe. C-3PO is a cowardly droid who obeys pre-defined protocols and routine tasks, while R2-D2 is a curious and adventurous robot who learns from previous problems, uses logical thinking and larger concepts to solve new problems. But together they do things they could not do alone. Similarly, RPA (Robotic Process Automation) and Advanced Analytics are an odd but very complementary combination of new business technologies. Like the diligent but unimaginative C-3PO, RPA follows precise rules to execute repetitive business processes; and like the curious and adaptable R2-D2, Advanced Analytics learns to make complex judgments when faced with new situations.