This document discusses automation techniques for documentation including what automation is, its scope, case studies, and benefits. Automation is using programming to alter document structure and content based on requirements. It can be used to convert file formats or insert/delete text based on criteria. Tool automation focuses on enhancing specific tools like FrameMaker. FrameMaker automation options include the FDK, FrameScript, and fmPython plugins. Automation can also convert documents to open standards like XML for processing with scripts. A case study describes automating production editing by converting files to XML and using JavaScript for validation. Benefits of automation include increased accuracy, consistency, standardized processes, and improved productivity.