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Judith Wewerka is a prominent researcher specializing in Robotic Process Automation (RPA), with a particular focus on the automation of rule-based business processes, user acceptance, and human-centered design in automation systems. Her work has substantially advanced both the theoretical foundations and practical applications of RPA, making her a key voice in this rapidly evolving field. Wewerka's most influential contribution, a systematic mapping study and classification framework for RPA (2021), has garnered 76 citations, establishing a comprehensive landscape of the discipline for researchers and practitioners alike. Complementing this, her systematic literature review and assessment framework (2020, 17 citations) further consolidated scholarly understanding of the field. She has also made significant strides in quantifying RPA's organizational effects (42 citations) and modeling user acceptance (35 citations), addressing critical gaps between technical implementation and human experience. Beyond theoretical work, Wewerka demonstrates a strong applied focus, offering practical guidance through UI design guidelines, checklist-based developer support, and decentralized RPA development frameworks. Her automotive industry case study further grounds her research in real-world challenges. With nearly 200 cumulative citations, Wewerka's body of work is essential reading for anyone seeking a rigorous, human-centered understanding of business process automation.