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2022. Luminai gets $16M investment for customer support RPA-like tool



Luminai, a provider of customer support RPA software, has recently secured $16 million in Series A funding. Luminai now offers a unique functionality that involves capturing a video of users navigating various systems. By utilizing the Luminai recorder, the software records and tracks the clicks and keystrokes performed by users, allowing it to identify the availability of APIs. Subsequently, the software replicates the exact workflow in the background. Customers often liken it to an amplified version of macros, but what sets it apart from conventional RPA tools is its capacity to connect to API gateways when accessible. What distinguishes Luminai is its integration of RPA with traditional API-based integration methods.


2021. Mimica, which automates RPA, raises $6M



Robotic process automation platform Mimica has secured $6 million in Series A funding. The company's initial product, Mapper, specializes in "process discovery," utilizing machine learning to analyze employee clicks and keystrokes. This analysis generates process maps that typically require months of manual effort by business analysts. In essence, Mapper automates the process of automation itself. Mimica provides support to RPA teams responsible for developing software bots that handle repetitive tasks like data entry, form completion, and claim and ticket processing. By streamlining these processes, Mimica's solution enhances efficiency and productivity for businesses.

2021. Salesforce announces new Mulesoft RPA tool based on Servicetrace acquisition



When Salesforce recently revealed its acquisition of German RPA vendor Servicetrace, many speculated that it could complement MuleSoft, a company purchased by the CRM giant in 2018 for $6.5 billion. MuleSoft, among its various capabilities, assists customers in constructing APIs for legacy systems, while Servicetrace offers automation solutions for such systems. As anticipated, the company has now announced the development of a new tool called MuleSoft RPA, combining the functionalities of MuleSoft and Servicetrace. The acquisition of Servicetrace was finalized on September 2nd, and Salesforce is swiftly integrating it into relevant areas across the organization, with MuleSoft integration being a key focus.


2021. ‘No code’ test automation platform, Leapwork, fires up with $62M



Copenhagen-based process automation and RPA platform Leapwork has secured Denmark's largest-ever Series B funding round, raising $62 million. The company focuses on software testing and targets enterprise quality assurance and test teams. Leapwork promotes its tools as no-code technology, allowing non-technical staff to access and utilize them effectively. By leveraging this approach, businesses can accelerate their time to market by up to 10 times, achieve 97% productivity gains, and reduce application errors by 90%. Leapwork's broader value proposition lies in supporting enterprises in their digital transformations using their existing in-house skills.


2021. Salesforce steps into RPA buying Servicetrace and teaming it with Mulesoft



Salesforce has entered the realm of Robotic Process Automation (RPA) through its acquisition of the German RPA company, Servicetrace. The plan is to integrate Servicetrace into Mulesoft, which Salesforce acquired for $6.5 billion in 2018. By incorporating Servicetrace into Mulesoft's API integration capabilities, it will introduce an automation layer to enhance Mulesoft's toolkit. While Salesforce's AI layer, Einstein, empowers businesses with modern tools for task automation, RPA is better suited for legacy operations. This acquisition marks another stride for Salesforce in bridging the gap between older on-premises tools and cutting-edge cloud software.


2021. Process mining software startup Celonis snares $1B



Celonis, a prominent startup specializing in process mining software, has recently secured an impressive $1 billion in a Series D funding round. Positioned at the forefront of the process automation ecosystem, Celonis' software facilitates efficient workflow automation through process mining, complementing other tools such as robotic process automation and no-code workflow solutions. With the substantial capital infusion, the company has the potential to expand its product offerings, acquire talent, and enhance functionality in order to further solidify its market position. This significant investment opens up exciting possibilities for Celonis to continue driving innovation in the realm of process automation.


2021. Laiye, China’s answer to UiPath, raises $50M



Raising $50 million in a Series C funding round, Laiye specializes in developing software that emulates routine tasks performed in the workplace, such as keystrokes and mouse clicks. As the COVID-19 pandemic has disrupted office collaboration, companies are increasingly turning to Robotic Process Automation (RPA) tools to automate workflows. Laiye reports that its RPA enterprise business achieved positive cash flow, and its chatbot business turned profitable in the fourth quarter of 2020. Expanding its services globally, Laiye proudly states that it has established a presence in Asia, the United States, and Europe. With around 400 employees worldwide and offices in China, Singapore, and the U.S., Laiye is actively hiring in Europe to further support its growth.


2021. ServiceNow acquired RPA startup Intellibot



IT service management vendor ServiceNow recently joined the growing trend of embracing robotic process automation (RPA) by acquiring Intellibot, a startup based in India that specializes in RPA solutions. This acquisition aligns with the current industry focus on automating workflows across organizations. RPA offers a means to automate legacy processes, particularly those involving repetitive and mundane tasks typically performed by humans. With this purchase, ServiceNow gains the capability to integrate RPA directly into its platform. Furthermore, the company remains flexible by allowing customers to leverage RPA bots from other vendors if desired.


2021. Microsoft’s Power Automate Desktop is now free for all Windows 10 users



Microsoft is now offering Power Automate Desktop, its robust tool for creating automated desktop workflows, to all Windows 10 users at no cost. Power Automate Desktop is referred to as an "attended Robotic Process Automation" solution, but it can be likened to a highly advanced macro recorder. With its repertoire of 370 prebuilt actions, it facilitates the creation of workflows across various applications. However, its true potential lies in empowering users to develop custom scripts that automate repetitive and time-consuming tasks. To explore Power Automate Desktop, interested users can download it directly from Microsoft. In the upcoming weeks, it will be included in Microsoft's Insider Builds for Windows 10 and eventually become an integral part of Windows 10, even extending to the standard Windows Home version.


2021. Infinitus launches with $21.4M for voice RPA aimed at healthcare companies


Infinitus, an RPA startup, has emerged from stealth mode with a focus on revolutionizing the healthcare industry. Infinitus leverages the power of "voice RPA" to serve as an automated voice during calls between healthcare providers or pharmacies and insurance companies. These calls involve a series of questions directed at human counterparts, which are typically prerequisites for authorizing payments and facilitating necessary procedures. Infinitus's platform ingests these conversations, extracting relevant information and populating the appropriate fields to trigger the required actions resulting from the calls. By employing this concept, Infinitus aims to streamline and optimize healthcare-related processes.


2021. Robotic process automation platform UiPath raises $750M



UiPath, a prominent player in the rapidly expanding field of robotic process automation (RPA), has successfully secured $750 million in Series F funding, resulting in a valuation of $35 billion. UiPath is dedicated to its mission of unlocking human creativity and ingenuity by facilitating the Fully Automated Enterprise™ and empowering workers through automation. The company's Automation Platform revolutionizes the way humans work by providing organizations with the means to develop and execute automations across various departments, aiming to streamline operations and enhance productivity. UiPath's innovative solutions enable companies to harness the power of automation, unleashing the potential of human talent.


2020. Microsoft acquires robotic process automation platform Softomotive



Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella has officially announced the acquisition of Softomotive, a software robotic automation platform. As part of the deal, Softomotive will be integrated into the Microsoft Power Automate platform. Softomotive currently serves approximately 9,000 customers worldwide. The WinAutomation platform, developed by Softomotive, will be made available to Power Automate users under a freely accessible RPA attended license. This collaboration will introduce a range of new capabilities within Power Automate, including Softomotive's WinAutomation, which offers a low-code desktop automation solution. Previously, Power Automate lacked desktop automation tools, and Microsoft aims to address this gap with the integration of Softomotive's technology.


2019. Microsoft introduced own RPA software - UI Flows


Microsoft has rebranded its application integration and business process automation platform, formerly known as Microsoft Flow, as Power Automate. Along with this renaming, the company has introduced a new addition to the platform called UI Flows, which encompasses RPA (Robotic Process Automation) software. RPA enables the automation of repetitive tasks at the user interface level. The RPA system records user actions, such as mouse clicks and text copying, and creates a software robot to replicate those actions. This functionality allows for the creation of automated processes and integration with legacy software that lacks an API for direct integration. For instance, the provided video demonstrates how to develop a robot to transfer data from a legacy medical system to a cloud service. It is important to note that Microsoft Power Automate now combines both RPA and API integrations with popular cloud services, providing a comprehensive solution.


2019. Robocorp raised $5.6M to bring open-source option to RPA



Robocorp, a startup based in San Francisco, has unveiled a $5.6 million seed investment, aiming to merge open source with RPA (Robotic Process Automation). The company is leveraging the open-source Robot Framework project, originally designed for software testing, but recognizes the strong synergy between RPA and testing. Their team has successfully adapted the project for RPA applications. To streamline the utilization of these open-source tools, Robocorp provides a cloud service that simplifies complexities. This service incorporates essential enterprise-grade features such as security, identity and access management, and more.