--- title: EPLAN UK Blog | Automation (5) description: Automation | The EPLAN UK blog provides insight on electrical engineering, automation and mechatronic engineering, all designed to streamline your workflow. 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Companies that quickly implement this design approach gain a competitive advantage on several fronts: they become more efficient, make fewer errors, and can do more with fewer technical staff.** **...**](https://blog.eplan.co.uk/what-is-automated-engineering-and-why-is-it-important) [Home](https://blog.eplan.co.uk) automation [![shutterstock_122094865](https://blog.eplan.co.uk/hubfs/shutterstock_122094865.jpg) 23/06/20 How do I get customers involved in my digitalisation and automation plans? Digitalising and automating internally is one thing, but how do you ensure that your customers are onboard with it too?...](https://blog.eplan.co.uk/get-your-customers-involved) [![10 STEPS to automate panel building](https://blog.eplan.co.uk/hubfs/10%20STEPS.png) 28/04/20 10 Steps to automate your panel building Fewer mistakes, more flexible production, shorter lead times and lower costs. 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