Turning automation spend into a measurable advantage

December 19, 2025Harper Buete2-minute read

IT automation is no longer optional for executives; it is a critical strategy. Organizations have moved beyond simple scripting to focus on speed and impact, using automation to power growth and reduce risk.

But a critical gap remains: visibility. How do you, as a business leader, prove the return on investment (ROI) and confidently decide where to invest your next dollar?

Red Hat Ansible Automation Platform's automation dashboard and analytics feature is more than an IT report; it's the financial and operational intelligence layer executives need to realize the full value of enterprise automation.

Financial clarity: Measuring automation’s ROI

Automation is a cost center until its value is quantifiable. The automation dashboard bridges that gap, converting technical wins—like time saved and job completion rates—into clear financial data.

Demonstrate financial impact: No longer guess at ROI. The platform translates key metrics into reportable savings and ROI. This data enables clear reporting to leadership and key stakeholders, elevating automation from isolated IT tools into a mission-critical business asset.
Prioritize with the savings planner: Looking ahead is equally as important as current reporting. The savings planner forecasts cost and time savings for potential tasks over the next 1 to 3 years. By prioritizing efforts that deliver maximum financial return, your automation roadmap can align with your business objectives.

Strategic governance and risk mitigation

For executives, control and compliance are non-negotiable. While automation minimizes human error, unmanaged workflows can create new risks and inefficiencies. The automation dashboard provides the centralized control required to manage complex IT environments safely.

Optimize your investment: Full visibility into your entire automation deployment allows you to manage Red Hat subscriptions effectively. Addressing over- and under-use eliminates guesswork, helping organizations optimize capacity based on real usage data so that every dollar spent delivers value.
Resolve failures faster: Time is critical when automation jobs fail. The job explorer dashboard allows teams to visualize failures and identify root causes immediately. For leadership, this capability means reduced downtime, faster incident response, and higher operational reliability.
Make Data-driven decisions: Move beyond guesswork and assumptions. Analyzing trends in usage, success rates, and resource consumption informs smarter decisions regarding resource allocation, training needs, and platform scaling.

Bridging the gap to Business Intelligence (BI)

The automation dashboard is built for compatibility. Flexible reporting options allow you to export automation metrics into your existing BI platforms (e.g., Tableau, Power BI). This positions automation performance data alongside other key operational and financial metrics, giving you a comprehensive view of enterprise efficiency.

The need for data-driven automation

Mature organizations treat automation as a strategic asset, rather than a collection of disparate scripts. Leading IT executives use data to guide decisions as they integrate automation into their business strategy.

Red Hat Ansible Automation Platform and its comprehensive automation dashboard and automation analytics gives you the data required to help guide those decisions. This clarity is essential for accelerating digital transformation and realizing the full value of your automation investment.