The AXIOM®
Framework: Your roadmap
to automation
AXIOM® is the only framework that promotes (hyper)
automation in your company in a sustainable and strategic way.
automation in your company in a sustainable and strategic way.
Included in the framework
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26 Methods
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A comprehensive manual
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Numerous templates: draw.io for diagrams, canvases, and maps; Notion for documentation; and other tools.
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Inspiring guiding questions and useful prompts
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A knowledge architecture
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Workflows for continuous optimization, and much more.
The framework combines classical business process management methods with innovative techniques from creativity research, automation practice, and the use of generative AI.
The following methods and tools guide action across the phases of the framework, complemented by application notes, instructions, and practical tips.
AXIOM® was developed based on 15 years of experience in automation and leading specialist literature. It combines structured analysis with creative exploration, state-of-the-art technology, and tangible economic benefits.
Business Process Management
Hyperautomation
Sales Automation
Innovation
Industry 4.0
creativity
Digital Business
AI ethics
The methods
[A]nalysis
8 Methods
A01
Self-Audit
Initial self-assessment for digital maturity and potential for automation.
A02
Stakeholder Mapping
Presentation of all relevant persons and dependencies.
A03
Stakeholder Interviews
Direct insights from practice.
A04
Shadowing
Observation of real processes in everyday working life.
A05
Maturity Scan
Assessment of digitisation and automation maturity.
A06
Value Stream Analysis
Analysis of the process from enquiry to delivery.
A07
Process Snapshot
Standardised documentation of individual processes.
A08
System Inventory / Toolmap
Overview of tools, interfaces and media breaks.
[E]xploration
5 Methods
E01
Creative Sprint
Workshop on brainstorming ideas for automation.
E02
Exnovation
Analysis of what can be eliminated.
E03
Creative Flow Map
Structured method for creative solutions.
E04
Option Space Matrix
Prioritising ideas according to effort and impact.
E05
AI Inspiration
What AI can actually achieve in your business. A practical workshop.
[I]mplementation
6 Methods
I01
Tool Evaluation Matrix
Comparison and selection of suitable tools.
I02
Rollout-Management
Structured introduction and scaling of solutions.
I03
Grid
Clear visualisation of dependencies and modules.
I04
Change Communication Canvas
Communication plan for change.
I05
AI-Ready Scoring
Assessment of whether processes are AI-compatible.
I06
Versioning
Ensuring traceability and updates.
[O]ptimization
8 Methods
O01
Automation Discovery Sprint
Regularly encourage employees to come up with automation ideas.
O02
KPI-Dashboards
Make key performance and impact indicators visible.
O03
Feedback Loops
Obtain regular user feedback.
O04
Innovation Loop
Continuous improvement of automation.
O05
Digital Twin Templates
Virtual process images for optimisation.
O06
Retrospectives
Joint reviews of effectiveness and opportunities.
O07
Trust Layer Documentation
Guarantee traceability and security.
O08
Automation Effectiveness Benchmark
Make the actual impact of automation measurable and comparable.
Knowledge architecture
The scaling and sustainable anchoring of automation solutions is a central element of the AXIOM® framework. The aim is to ensure that once solutions, methods, and findings have been developed, they are not left in isolation, but are systematically documented, made accessible, and continuously passed on. This documentation, stored in AXIOM® libraries (see below), is available to your company for continuous optimization.
Libraries
SOLI
Solution Library
Knowledge and module collection of all automations.
PLUG
PLUG
Standardised automation modules (for reuse).
COE
Center of Enablement
For the internal empowerment of automation solutions.