Analyzing Productivity Increases from Robotic Process Automation (RPA): A Case Study of Acutec Precision Aerospace
Project Author
Issue Date
2025-03-13
Authors
Tysiachney, Nicholas
Loading...
Embargo
First Reader
Onyeiwu, Stephen Z.
Additional Readers
Finaret, Chris
Keywords
RPA , software , manufacturing , small business , process improvement , productivity , robotic process automation
Distribution
Abstract
This research examines Robotic Process Automation (RPA) implementation at Acutec Precision Aerospace, a small precision manufacturing company in northwestern Pennsylvania. RPA is a software technology that allows business practices traditionally done by a human to be executed by a computer.
To evaluate RPA’s effect on processes at Acutec, RPA was implemented and compared to manual processes in terms of the difference in execution time. Next, Return on Investment (ROI) was calculated, and a Net Present Value (NPV) analysis was done to determine the financial impact on Acutec Precision Aerospace. At Acutec, results showed that RPA significantly reduced processing times across all four implementations and delivered a strong return on investment. The net present value (NPV) was positive in the short, medium, and long term, highlighting sustained financial benefits. In addition to these measurable gains, RPA also brought qualitative improvements, including reduced human error, increased employee productivity, and greater process standardization.
Description
Collections
Chair
Major
Economics
Department
Business and Economics
Recorder
License
Citation
Version
Honors
Business and Economics, 2025