Can automation anywhere RPA run in background mode ?

It's important to clarify what "background mode" means in the context of RPA. Here's a breakdown of how Automation Anywhere handles background processing:

• Automation that doesn't rely on UI interaction:
  • If your Automation Anywhere bot primarily uses APIs, database interactions, or other methods that don't require manipulating the user interface, it can effectively run in the background. This means it can operate without needing an active, visible window.
• Automation that involves UI interaction:
  • When a bot needs to interact with user interface elements (like clicking buttons or entering text), it's more complex. These bots can be disrupted if the user is actively using the same computer.
  • Automation Anywhere, like other RPA platforms, faces challenges when trying to run UI-dependent automations in a true, fully hidden background mode. Actions such as window focus changes can cause issues.
• Key Considerations:
  • Automation Anywhere does provide functionality to run certain actions in the background, particularly when dealing with custom DLLs.
  • However, achieving a completely seamless, hidden background execution for all types of automations can be difficult, especially those involving UI interactions.
  • It is important to understand the difference between Attended and Unattended bots. Unattended bots are designed to run in the background on virtual machines or servers.

In summary, while Automation Anywhere can perform background processing, the extent to which it can do so depends heavily on the nature of the automation. Bots that avoid UI interactions are much better suited for background execution.