automation

/ɔːtəˈmeɪʃən/

the use of technology to perform tasks without human intervention

Automation has revolutionized manufacturing by reducing human labor.

Automation refers to machines and software performing repetitive tasks efficiently.

Technology

technical

the creation and application of technology to control and perform tasks automatically

The factory implemented automation to increase production efficiency.

Machines now handle assembly line tasks without human operators.

Often involves robotics, AI, and software systems.

Business

the use of automated systems to streamline business processes

Automation in customer service reduces response times.

Chatbots and AI handle routine inquiries automatically.

Common in customer support, finance, and logistics.

Collocations

automate processesto make tasks automaticautomation softwareprograms that control automated systemsindustrial automationautomation in manufacturing

to make something automatic

a system that operates without human control

In technical contexts, 'automation' refers to specific systems; in business, it's broader.

Not all processes can or should be automated; assess cost-benefit first.

From Greek 'automatos' (self-moving) + '-ation' (process)

Often used in tech, engineering, and business contexts. Avoid using for simple mechanical devices.

auto

self

root

-mate

moving

root

-ion

process

suffix

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