Prior to the advent-of computers, these office activities were either performed manually or with the help of mechanical and electrical machines. During the past few decades the basic nature of office has changed remarkably. Office automation deals in application of latest technologies in improving the overall proficiency of the office. In virtually every business, a computer is an essential tool for running the day-to-day operations, enhancing productivity and communicating with customers, suppliers and the public. Managers use computers for a variety of reasons, including keeping their teams on track, budgeting and planning projects, monitoring inventory and preparing documents, proposals and presentations. Managers need to understand not only the basic functions of the corporate software tools used in the office but also the Internet and other external computing tools that can improve the way they manage their departments. The focus of the book is not merely on theoretical explanation of various concepts but relating them with the real life business situations by facilitating the business processes.
