RPA: Application systems and software may also be considered as RPA as they are applicable to the following: this becomes easier using RPA. If part of the system fails, an automated system can immediately send notifications to the IT manager and technical support staff, informing them of the problem. For example, large buildings employ an automated emergency system, so if an emergency exit door has been opened, or a fire alarm goes off, the system will automatically detect the exact location of the opened door or activated alarm, as the location of the emergency will typically be assumed to be near that point.