Robotic Process Automation (RPA) Software Resources
Articles, Glossary Terms, Discussions, Topics, and Reports to expand your knowledge on Robotic Process Automation (RPA) Software
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Robotic Process Automation (RPA) Software Articles
History of Robotics and Robots: From 1900 till Now
The idea of artificial beings is nothing new to human civilization.
by Piper Thomson
Automation and Collaboration in Focus at Salesforce’s TrailblazerDX 2022
Salesforce’s TrailblazerDX (TDX) 2022, a Salesforce developer conference at the end of April, featured a plethora of forward-looking statements, demos, workshops, and dancing mascots. Much was said and shown, but automation and collaboration were key themes at both TDX and the preceding analyst summit. So how does Salesforce's messaging line up with what software buyers are asking for?
by Adam Crivello
What You Wanted to Know About RPA But Were Afraid to Ask
In the last post in this series, we zoomed into key features of robotic process automation (RPA) software to help buyers find the right software for their particular needs. In this piece, we will zoom out in order to understand how it fits into broader historical trends in the RPA space and more.
by Matthew Miller
Tech Companies Bridging the Gap Between AI and Automation
Automation and artificial intelligence (AI) are important, interrelated tools that help organizations streamline their processes and add intelligence to their workflows.
They allow businesses to reach organizational goals by automating business processes, whereby they can increase efficiency and adapt to new business procedures.
by Matthew Miller
The Pros and Cons of Different Automation Types
The concept of automation is straightforward: create tools that perform tasks with minimal human involvement. And the motivation for more automation is simple: Companies can do more with less. “More” means companies can sell and deliver a higher volume of products and services than ever before. “Less” refers to the fact that, thanks to automation, fewer resources are required.
by Gabriel Gheorghiu
G2 on Enterprise AI & Analytics: What is It Really & Why Does It Matter?
Artificial intelligence (AI) has become the hottest topic in technology. Its use in the age of digital transformation spans the commercial and public sectors, fueling debate among businesses, lawmakers, and the public. I have been putting pen to paper on the subject for a few years now; having recently joined G2 to nurture the expansion of our AI categories (as well as our analytics, cloud, and security categories), I would like to sum up some of my views, while setting the scene for a more detailed exploration of the technologies, business challenges, and trends shaping AI.
by Tom Pringle
What Is Robotics? (+ How It Impacts Society)
Our cybernetic overlords are already among us. Luckily, they’re not all threatening...yet.
by Piper Thomson
Automating HR with Robotic Process as a Service
To work in human resources is to be inundated with repetitive, time-intensive and error-sensitive tasks, day in and day out. Fortunately, it’s become easier to automate these tedious tasks and allow HR personnel to focus their time and energy on expanding their strategic and creative thinking.
by Courtney Moran
Robotic Process Automation: What It Is + 5 Industry Examples
Digital transformation is how businesses find ways to solve traditional problems faster and more efficiently through the use of technology.
by Devin Pickell
Robotic Process Automation (RPA) Software Glossary Terms
Robotic Process Automation (RPA) Software Discussions
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Question on: UiPath Agentic Automation
What data does Cloud Elements store?
Data Storage
On any normal API call we will not log the data that was sent or received. Cloud Elements, by default, does not retain request/response bodies unless specifically configured otherwise for debugging purposes. However, request/response metadata such as the url, method, and timestamp is retained for 180 days. Any customer data is immediately destroyed upon account deletion.
Here are some examples of when we do store data and for how long.
Bulk
For Bulk, because bulk is an asynchronous job the data must be stored so that it can be downloaded when the job is done. Like Formulas, this data is stored for seven days before being deleted.
Formulas
On formulas, the data that is sent and received on API calls will be logged in the debug log. This data is stored for three days before it is deleted. This data may include request and response values, if they are present in your formulas.
If you are concerned about compliance, it is possible to turn off formula logging.
Events
The data received by polling and webhook events is stored in the event log. Event data is retained for seven days after which it is deleted.
If you have further questions or would like more details on our data storage policies, contact your account manager.
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Question on: UiPath Agentic Automation
Does our product have to be an Element in your catalog to use your service?
Do I need to be an Element
No, it does not. In most cases, our customers embed our RESTful APIs into their app - so in that case, being an element in our service is not required.
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Question on: UiPath Agentic Automation
Can I connect to my customer’s on-prem services?
On-Prem
Yes. G2C is a low footprint client that is installed within your customer's firewall and uses a secure, reverse tunnel to funnel API transactions through to Cloud Elements.
Robotic Process Automation (RPA) Software Topics
Robotic Process Automation (RPA) Software Reports
Mid-Market Grid® Report for Robotic Process Automation (RPA)
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G2 Report: Grid® Report
Grid® Report for Robotic Process Automation (RPA)
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G2 Report: Grid® Report
Enterprise Grid® Report for Robotic Process Automation (RPA)
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G2 Report: Grid® Report
Momentum Grid® Report for Robotic Process Automation (RPA)
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G2 Report: Momentum Grid® Report
Small-Business Grid® Report for Robotic Process Automation (RPA)
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G2 Report: Grid® Report
Enterprise Grid® Report for Robotic Process Automation (RPA)
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G2 Report: Grid® Report
Small-Business Grid® Report for Robotic Process Automation (RPA)
Summer 2026
G2 Report: Grid® Report
Mid-Market Grid® Report for Robotic Process Automation (RPA)
Summer 2026
G2 Report: Grid® Report
Grid® Report for Robotic Process Automation (RPA)
Summer 2026
G2 Report: Grid® Report
Momentum Grid® Report for Robotic Process Automation (RPA)
Summer 2026
G2 Report: Momentum Grid® Report










