This paper describes a scheme for the automation of an industrial assurance office. No advice has been sought from manufacturers and the method has not been tested on a computer. The aim is to stimulate discussion of the subject and to help students to form an opinion as to whether, and to what extent, a computer can be of use in this type of work. Those students who are unfamiliar with the terms used in discussing electronic computers or industrial assurance are recommended to read §§VII and VIII of the paper first.