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Automation

Automation is the use of technology to execute predefined tasks and workflows with minimal human intervention in software, hardware, and integrated systems. It matters in enterprises because it supports consistency, scalability, compliance, and efficiency across IT, security, and business operations.

564 articles
400 companies
Most covered: Aviz Networks, Itential, Sonic

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