Meaning ● A Holistic Automation Strategy represents a comprehensive approach where an SMB aligns its business objectives with automation initiatives across all departments. It focuses on integrated solutions, moving beyond isolated automation efforts to create a unified system. Effective implementation involves mapping processes, selecting suitable technology like Robotic Process Automation (RPA) or Low-Code platforms, and continuous monitoring, to maximize return on investment. For SMB growth, this strategy helps free up resources, allowing staff to focus on value-added activities instead of repetitive tasks. This involves selecting scalable tools aligned with the company’s resources, which can be difficult, and includes consistent change management to incorporate new automated practices. As the SMB develops, data-driven insights improve decision-making, promote innovation, and increase efficiency across the entire organizational operation, and help to stay competitive. With increased competition, SMBs are seeing the need for a structured automation to help create operational efficiences while growing. Therefore it should involve aligning to the companies overall goals and be part of the overarching strategic business plan.