Process mining vs Task Mining

Process MiningTask Mining
Process mining is to discover inefficiencies in organisation-wide processesTask mining is to discover tasks happening on the desktop
It enables you to gain a deep understanding of your processes using event log files by system of recording. Process mining displays process map with data and parameters to recognize performance issues.It provides insight by recording and collecting user action data to know how processes are performed, find common mistakes while performing tasks, and identify tasks that can be automated.
Process-orientedUser-oriented
See the actual steps needed to perform your organization’s operation process and remove any guesswork.Understand what employees do while performing each task on their desktops.
Save time and money by optimizing processesIdentify and eliminate unnecessary actions in process tasks.
Detect noncompliant processes and/or tasksIdentify the most common actions through user interactions.
Discover automation opportunitiesAutomate tasks that would accelerate processes and reduce human errors

Process mining in process advisor is a valuable tool for businesses seeking to improve their operational efficiency and make decisions.

Benefits of process mining can be classified as below –

  • Improve operational efficiency
  • Enhance customer experience
  • Optimise resources
  • Ensure Compliance

Task mining in process advisor helps to capture detailed steps for tasks performed on users’ desktop. Task mining has below components –

  • Prepare Processes and recording
  • Analyse processes
  • Visualize processes
  • Identify automation recommendations
  • Share processes

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