In what fields is automation used in business
In today’s information technology era, we are all involved in automation in some way or the other. Those who are students are involved in automation in one way, while those who are in the workplace are involved in automation in another way. In this article, we will try to learn more about what automation is. So let’s start
What is automation
Automation is the use of technology to improve and increase production using less human resources. Automation technology improves work techniques, work efficiency, reliability and speed of work compared to previous work.
We can compare it to a computer or a robot. Just as computers and robots can run for hours without stopping when instructed to do a task, so can the automation process.
The function of these automations is to streamline work processes. This increases work efficiency and reduces human errors.
Importance of automation
To understand how important automation is in our lives, think of the phone or computer in your hand. Imagine what your normal activities would be like if you did not have it. How difficult it would be! Whether we use phones or computers in our education, jobs or business, we can call it a type of automation.
Those who work with automation solve many important problems around us. The work of automation professionals often plays an important role in improving people’s health, safety, social development and quality of life.
Areas of use of automation
Today, we have improved our quality of life by using automation in various ways. We use automation in various industries. Below are some areas where automation can be used.
Manufacturing and robotics
You may have heard of robotics or robots. Robots are affecting the labor market in Bangladesh in various ways. It is not that a robot has to look like a human or move from one place to another.
For example, according to the Britannica Dictionary, if a machine can perform a task on its own without human help or reduce human effort, it can be called a robot.
According to a BBC report, former BKMEA president Fazlul Haque said, “The cutting section of a medium-sized factory used to employ 150 to 200 people. An automatic cutting machine was used there, which required ten to twelve workers. There is no doubt that the industry will see significant changes in the next ten years.”
Freelance and Banking
Automation is being widely used in banks these days. An example can help you understand more clearly. If you go to some banks, you will see a booth near the main door. From there, you can select the type of service you want to use and get a token. The token will also have a number. Then you sit and wait for your serial number.
Actually, your serial number will take you to a specific counter through a monitor screen and speaker. You will get the service as soon as you reach. But earlier, for this specific task, you had to wait in a very long line. Now you can do it without a serial. This is a real example of automation.
Healthcare and Medical
Automation has also helped us in various ways in the healthcare sector. It works in various ways, which include diagnosis of diseases, different types of tests, treatment and patient care.
E-Commerce Business
Automation has played an important role in the e-commerce business. Popular e-commerce company Amazon uses automation systems to manage its inventory, optimize storage, and fulfill orders.
Vehicles
Automation is used in various ways in vehicles. For example, driverless cars are now operating in many cities around the world. The steering wheel turns on its own. Using information from the car’s camera, laser-beam lidar system, and radar, the car sees the road ahead and navigates accordingly. And behind the whole system is artificial intelligence or AI technology.
Energy Saving
Today, many types of energy-saving technologies have been invented, which help us reduce our electricity consumption or avoid wastage. For example, nowadays there are many light bulbs that automatically turn on only when there is a person present. If there is no one, it will automatically turn off.
In our homes too, we see many people using circuit breakers for hydraulic motors. When the water level drops, the switch will turn on by itself and continue to fill the water, and if the tank is full, the switch will turn off by itself and the water will stop rising. This automation system prevents the wastage of electricity as well as water.
AI Chatbot
With AI Chatbot, we can provide 24/7 service to customers. You can even activate the automatic repeat system through Facebook and WhatsApp. This way, whenever a customer sends you a message, they will receive an automatic response.
Finally, to keep up with today’s world, our business or business needs to move towards automation. This way we can save time and money, and on the other hand, our production can also increase considerably.
Automation is expected to have a lot of potential in the future. Through AI, machine learning and IoT, we can automate our legacy systems.