Power Automate Process Mining is Generally Available as of 8/1/23

As announced during Microsoft Inspire 2023 and having gone General Availability (GA) on August 1st, 2023, Power Automate Process Mining is taking the business world by storm. In a rapidly evolving business environment, organizations are continuously looking for ways to improve operational efficiencies and customer experiences. One emerging technology that promises to unlock this potential is Power Automate Process Mining. With the aim to turn data into actionable insights, Power Automate Process Mining provides an end-to-end view of your business processes, equipping you with the information and tools you need to optimize your operations. 

What is Power Automate Process Mining? 

Process mining is a technology that uses data science and machine learning to analyze operational processes. Microsoft's Power Automate enhances this by offering a platform to not just analyze but also act upon these insights. 

Rather than manually going through spreadsheets or relying on anecdotal observations, Power Automate Process Mining allows organizations to visualize and understand their workflows. This way, inefficiencies can be identified and processes can be aligned more closely with the ideal model. 

Watch the Demo

Experience firsthand how Power Automate Process Mining can revolutionize your business processes. The following video provides a comprehensive demonstration of its features and capabilities: 

Key Benefits of Power Automate Process Mining

Improve Operational Efficiency 

The technology allows you to automatically identify bottlenecks and inefficiencies in your processes. With a visual representation of your workflow, it's easier to pinpoint the areas that need improvement. 

Enhance Customer Experience 

Having streamlined, efficient processes invariably leads to improved customer satisfaction. Remember, a good business process is often the backbone of quality customer service. 

Optimize Resources 

The tool helps you identify parts of your process that could be automated, thereby freeing up human resources for more valuable tasks. 

Ensure Compliance 

Process mining also helps you identify areas where your business might be falling short of legal or industry standards, giving you the chance to rectify these issues proactively. 

Licensing Plans: What’s the Best Fit? 

Power Automate Process Mining is available through licensing Microsoft Power Automate and if you also want the option to customize the Power BI report you’ll need an additional license.  

To start, you will need a Power Automate Premium license for the individual users that will be create automates. These licenses will run you $15 per user per month and give you 50 MB of Process Mining Data Storage, and a further 50 MB for every additional license that you purchase up to a maximum of 100 GB per customer. 

From there, if needed you can purchase a Power Automate Process Mining Add-on license which is a tenant-wide license that will offer an additional 100 GB of process mining capacity to the capacity pool at a cost of $5,000 per month. Keep in mind that only users with the Power Automate Premium license will be able to consume this.  

And finally, to tailor your report to your specific needs, you must establish a connection between the process and your personal Power BI workspace. From a licensing perspective, this will require a Power BI Premium license, which is user-based and priced at $20 per user per month. 

Navigating the Complexity 

Implementing Power Automate Process Mining can be a complex task, especially if you're new to the field. 

1. Skill Set: Make sure you have a team familiar with Power Automate to ease the transition. 

1. Training: Microsoft offers comprehensive documentation and tutorials. 

1. Consultancy: If you lack in-house expertise, consider hiring a specialized consultancy. 

Next Steps 

Power Automate Process Mining is not just a tool; it's a paradigm shift in how you approach operational processes. By taking the steps to visualize and understand your workflows, you are setting the stage for improved operational efficiency, better customer experiences, and, ultimately, increased profitability. 

If you need help implementing Power Automate Process Mining, our team of experts can guide you through every step of the process, from choosing the right licensing plan to setting up your first workflow. Contact us for a complimentary consultation and let us help you unlock the full potential of your operations.