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automation

[aw-tuh-mey-shuhn] / ˌɔ təˈmeɪ ʃən /
NOUN
machine control
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The U.S. may be forced to rely more on AI and automation to fill the gap and maintain normal productivity levels.

From Barron's • Apr. 29, 2026

As part of its transformation, the company has cut the roles of tens of thousands of delivery drivers and warehouse workers, and rolled out additional automation.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 28, 2026

As for the trades, BLS said that “advancements in automation will also continue to reduce demand for production occupations,” referring to workers who operate machines and other equipment to assemble goods.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 23, 2026

ServiceNow, the workflow automation company that is a software pure play, saw shares tumble 18% despite posting profit and revenue that were in line with Wall Street’s estimates.

From Barron's • Apr. 23, 2026

As I detail in the next chapter, we are entering a phase where we are going to see the digitization, virtualization, and automation of more and more everything.

From "The World Is Flat" by Thomas L. Friedman




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