Dictionary/Automation

Automation

AI & Technology
Definition

Using technology, including AI, to perform tasks with minimal human intervention. Automation can range from simple rule-based scripts to complex AI systems that adapt to changing inputs over time.

Example in context

An accountant uses automation to extract data from hundreds of invoices, reconcile them against bank statements, and flag discrepancies — a task that previously took days now takes minutes.

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