ACCA BT · Chapter 6 · Question 9 of 11
A company automates its high-volume, rule-based task of matching supplier invoices with purchase orders and goods received notes using software 'bots' that mimic human keystrokes. What technology is being used?
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Reveal answer & explanation
Correct answer: C) Robotic process automation
Explanation
Robotic process automation uses software bots to perform repetitive, structured, rules-based tasks across existing systems, imitating the actions a human would take. It does not require general intelligence. The Internet of Things concerns connected physical devices sharing data, and virtual reality creates immersive simulated environments.
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