Which automation category does automating repetitive tasks such as data entry and document processing fall...

Task Automationis the category of automation that focuses onrepetitive, rule-based taskssuch asdata entry,data extraction,file management, anddocument processing. These are typically structured, high-volume activities that do not require complex decision-making.

Task Automation is often implemented usingunattended robots, which can execute these tasks in the background with minimal or no human intervention. This type of automation is a core use case ofRobotic Process Automation (RPA)and is ideal for improving efficiency, reducing errors, and saving time.

In UiPath, such tasks are built usingUiPath Studio, tested in development environments, and deployed toOrchestratorfor scheduling and management. Task Automation is usually the first step for organizations starting their automation journey due to its high ROI and low complexity.