Operations - Technology

Question 1

Name 5 pieces of technology that can be used in the Operations department

Answer 1

1. Stock control systems (EPOS, etc.)
2. CAD
3. CAM
4. Robotics
5. Internet

Question 2

Describe Stock control systems as a piece of technology that can be used by the operations department

Answer 2

Integrated software e.g. EPOS and physical hardware e.g. scanner are used to monitor the quantity, location and status of stock.

Question 3

Describe CAD as a piece of technology that can be used by the operations department

Answer 3

Computer-aided design (CAD) is when a computer system is used to create or modify a design.

Question 4

Describe CAM as a piece of technology that can be used by the operations department

Answer 4

• Computer-aided manufacturing (CAM) uses machines controlled by computers in the manufacturing process.
• Reduces the risk of human error and ensures consistency across all products produced.

Question 5

Describe Robotics as a piece of technology that can be used by the operations department

Answer 5

Used in manufacturing and factories, can be used to handle boring, repetitive and dangerous tasks.

Question 6

Describe the Internet as a piece of technology that can be used by the operations department

Answer 6

Can be used to research supplier prices