Discover how Linde automated over 300 processes, freeing the equivalent of 300 full-time employees, as Martin Felder shares insights on strategic scaling and overcoming workplace resistance in the latest podcast.
A new podcast episode of State of Process Automation was published on Apr 20, 2025 with the original title:
Automating 300+ Processes: Insights from Linde’s Success
Overview:
Linde’s strategic approach to automation, as shared by Martin Felder, has led to the automation of over 300 processes, resulting in significant staffing efficiencies. The company’s decision to avoid small pilot projects in favor of a comprehensive strategy has proven successful in their automation journey.
Core content:
- Linde automated 300+ processes, equivalent to 300 full-time employees, by focusing on strategic goals from the start.
- The company eschewed pilot projects in favor of broad organizational analysis and support for sustainable scalability.
- Martin Felder emphasizes the necessity of a comprehensive strategy for successful automation initiatives.
Learnings:
- Small pilot projects may yield minor results; strategic scaling from the outset can drive significant change.
- Transforming initial employee skepticism into enthusiasm requires demonstrating tangible workload relief.
- A central Center of Excellence can be pivotal, as Citizen Development approaches may not suit all environments.
The original content was published in German.
