Process Innovation & Automation Lab
About Us
The Process Innovation & AutomationLab is the transfer and experimentation platform of the Chair of Information Systems and Transformation Management at the University of Duisburg-Essen.
We connect research, teaching, and practice. Students, researchers, and industry partners work together on digital solutions for modern business processes. The lab focuses on process innovation, automation,
ERP systems, AI-supported workflows, and the practical use of emerging technologies in organizations.
Our goal is to make digital transformation not only understandable, but hands-on and experienceable.
Event Overview
We are excited to announce an upcoming event hosted at the Process Innovation and Automation Lab (PIA Lab) at the University of Duisburg-Essen. The event will focus on how Artificial Intelligence (AI) is transforming Human Resources (HR) processes and the growing importance of human competencies in this evolving landscape.
Event Title: KI trifft Personalprozesse: Ein praxisnaher Blick ins Labor
Date: Tuesday, June 23, 2026
Time: 4:00 PM - 6:30 PM
Location: PIA Lab, University of Duisburg-Essen, Campus Essen
Entry: Free (Registration required)
Why AI in HR?
Artificial intelligence is rapidly reshaping HR practices. But how exactly does it change HR processes? What tasks will AI take over, and which human skills will become even more essential? Join us for a hands-on demonstration where you can witness live AI applications in HR.
Agenda
- 04:00 PM: Introduction to AI in HR – Why HR processes are the perfect field for AI exploration.
- 04:30 PM: Reconstructing a traditional HR process – a deep dive into today’s manual workflow.
- 05:00 PM: Live Demo – See how AI can transform HR processes step by step.
Our digital Tools
The lab provides selected digital systems that allow students to explore modern process automation in a practical way:
n8n Workflow Automation
With n8n, students can create, test, and automate workflows visually. They learn how different systems can be connected through interfaces and how recurring tasks can be automated.
Link: https://pia-web.ris.uni-due.de/n8n/
ERPNext Business Management System
Students can use it to explore business processes The system helps students understand operational processes not only in theory, but directly within realistic enterprise software.
Link: https://pia-web.ris.uni-due.de/app
Whisper Transcription Service
The local Whisper service can automatically transcribe audio and video content. Uploaded audio files are processed internally only and automatically deleted from the server after transcription.
Link: https://pia-web.ris.uni-due.de/whisper
You need to write an email to frederik.ernst (at) stud.uni-due.de to request access data to ERPNext and n8n.
We look forward to work with you!
We are constantly looking for industrial cooperations. If you are interested in joining forces and participating in a project on one of these or related areas, feel free to contact us (sekretariat.TM@icb.uni-due.de).