Charles Babbage, the inventor of the first computer (the mechanical 'Difference Engine' and the 'Analytical Engine') and Ada Lovelace (the world's first programmer), who wrote the first program that ran on the Analytical Engine, are both close to our heart at ADA. The analytical work done by Babbage makes possible some of today's complex processing that benefits society.

One such benefit is the ability to manage Business Processes. An old accounting adage states that "you can't manage what you can't measure." BPM encompasses the processes and tools that allow you to manage and measure your business. BPM is critical if you are going to respond to the following types of challenges:

Market pressures: Regulatory and competitive pressures in today's market have intensified the need to implement an effective BPM solution. The Need for repeatable and predictable processes for managing performance is a key reason why many business leaders have pursued best-in-class performance management solutions with renewed vigor. Need for non-financial metrics: It has become increasingly important to track non-financial aspects of corporate performance. Aligning workforce with corporate goals: A BPM system can help your company strengthen the links between its strategic objectives and the metrics that support them; improve communication among your departments; and tie individual employees' efforts more tightly to your organization's overall goals.