A specific command sequence instructs a robotic process automation (RPA) system to extract data from a defined source and present it in a simplified, non-hierarchical structure. As an illustration, consider an RPA bot tasked with processing invoice data. Instead of preserving the complex formatting of the original document, the bot would extract key fields like invoice number, date, and total amount, and organize them into a single, easily accessible line or record.
This method offers several advantages. It streamlines data processing, enabling faster analysis and decision-making. By eliminating the need to navigate complex data structures, it reduces the potential for errors. Historically, this approach evolved as organizations sought to leverage RPA for extracting and manipulating data from diverse and often inconsistently formatted sources. It allows for a more uniform consumption of information by downstream systems.
