ICT Flashcards
Benefits of electronic market analysis
Fast/reduce lead time
Accurate/predict trends
Cheaper/postage
Detailed/market needs
Large quantity/patterns
Storage/minimal
Benefits of email
Easier
Reference
Attachments
Cheaper
Prioritise
Secure
Benefits of the Internet as a marketing tool
Cheap
Focused
Global
Direct
Faster
Monitor
Language options
24/7
Benefits of flexible manufacturing systems (FMS)
Fast changes/shorter lead time
Small batches/less capital
Customisable/increased appeal
Less rejects/self check
Disadvantages of FMS
Initial set up
Slower/CNC slower than automated
Retraining/different skills
JIT / lean manufacturing
No wasted space
No wasted time
No wasted materials
No wasted labour
No wasted equipment
Minimise faults
Video conferencing advantages
Cheaper (travel/programs)
Multiple people
Global
Fast
Visual
Sustainable
Personal
Recorded
Reschedule
Disadvantages of video conferencing
Synchronising time zones
Bad connections
Camera shy
Compatibility
Fixed time
Training
Advantages of LAN
Faster
Safer
Adaptable
Centralised
Resource sharing
Easier communication
Easier tracking
Block applications
One time payment
ICT as quality control
Sensors
Inspect work
Compare to specification
Accurate
Automatic feedback
Reduces errors
Quick response manufacturing (QRM)
Reduce lead time
Keep up with trends
Reduce costs
Increased market share
Improve cash flow
JIT
Automated
Reduces error
Customisation
Benefits of flexible manufacturing systems (FMS)
Fast changes/shorter lead time
Small batches/less capital
Customisable/increased appeal
Less rejects/self check
Disadvantages of FMS
Initial set up
Slower/CNC slower than automated
Retraining/different skills
JIT / lean manufacturing
No wasted space
No wasted time
No wasted materials
No wasted labour
No wasted equipment
Minimise faults
Video conferencing advantages
Cheaper (travel/programs)
Multiple people
Global
Fast
Visual
Sustainable
Personal
Recorded
Reschedule
