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This paper investigates how artificial intelligence (AI) technologies are transforming process automation in regulated industries, with a focus on financial services. We pose the research question: How can AI-driven automation improve operational efficiency while maintaining regulatory compliance in highly regulated sectors? Through a synthesis of industry data, case studies, and architectural analyses, we examine the deployment of intelligent document understanding (IDU), decision orchestration platforms (DOPs), generative AI systems, and AI governance frameworks. Our findings demonstrate that these technologies not only reduce processing time and operational costs but also enhance compliance transparency and auditability. We argue that the convergence of these AI capabilities enables a new paradigm of innovation that aligns with regulatory mandates, offering a replicable model for other regulated domains.