Why Automation Initiatives Stall Out So Quickly

You’re not imagining it:
Automation projects stall early and often.

Here’s what typically happens in organizations trying to automate tasks without clear structure:

·       Someone floats an idea—“let’s automate our customer follow-ups.”

·       Initial excitement grows.

·       But soon, debates surface: Which follow-ups exactly? Which tools? Do we buy software or build internally? Who owns this?

·       Multiple meetings pass, but clarity never comes.

·       Eventually, everyone quietly moves on to something easier, leaving the idea stuck in limbo.

Sound familiar?