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Power Automate

Microsoft's workflow and RPA automation for Microsoft 365

Power Automate is Microsoft's automation service, part of the Power Platform, for building cloud flows between Microsoft 365, Dynamics, Azure and hundreds of third-party connectors. Its desktop app adds robotic process automation for Windows applications and websites, and Copilot can draft flows from a description. Basic use is included in many Microsoft 365 plans, with premium licences for advanced connectors.

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Workflow Automation
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Our take

Pros

  • Deep integration with Microsoft 365, Teams, SharePoint and Dynamics
  • Desktop RPA automates Windows apps and websites without APIs
  • Basic use is included in many Microsoft 365 plans

Cons

  • Licensing is complex, with premium connectors behind extra licences
  • The flow designer can feel clunky and errors are hard to debug
  • Less convenient outside the Microsoft ecosystem

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