In a global company, every region seems to have its own way of doing things—different tools, different standards, different ideas about what ‘good’ automation looks like. Rolling out a new workflow platform is one thing, but getting everyone to use it the same way is another.
I’ve read that some platforms offer ready-to-use templates for common processes, which could help standardize things. But how do you actually get teams to adopt them? How do you balance the need for consistency with local customization? What’s worked (or failed) in your experience when trying to standardize automation at scale?
Templates help, but adoption is about culture. We use Latenode’s ready-made templates as a starting point for every team. They get consistency out of the box but can tweak as needed. It’s way easier than letting each branch reinvent the wheel. Templates + light customization = global standards without stifling local needs. Try it at https://latenode.com
We tried a big roll-out with strict compliance, but teams pushed back. Now we offer a library of templates, but let teams adjust for local rules. As long as core metrics and controls are in place, we let them own their processes.
Regular check-ins help. We share best practices and review audit trails.
Enforcing consistency across regions is tough. We use a central platform with templated workflows, but allow for local overrides when compliance or business rules differ. We also set up a center of excellence to review all customizations and spot-check for compliance. The key is making the default path the easiest path—if teams have to work hard to deviate, they usually don’t. Peer communities and regular training also help reinforce the standards.
In my experience, standardization works best when it’s aligned with tangible benefits—like faster deployment, easier maintenance, and clearer auditing. We create starter templates for the most common processes, then empower local teams to extend them. Governance is important, but so is flexibility. Monthly syncs between regions help us share what works and what doesn’t, so the templates keep improving.
make the standard path the easiest path.
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