technological strategies Flashcards
what is computer aided design
a digital design tool that enables businesses to generate and modify technical illustrations of a product. can facilitate and streamline the design process.
advantages of computer aided design
greater accuracy in design process, speeds up design process
disadvantages of computer aided design
can develop poor reputation, expensive in the short term.
how CAD relates to efficiency
reduced time and labour resources, improves productivity.
how CAD relates to effectiveness
can be used to develop prototypes and choose the highest quality design to produce.
what is computer aided manufacturing
software used to control and direct the production process by controlling machinery and equipment through a computer.
advantages of CAM
greater accuracy results, speeds up manufacturing process.
disadvantages of CAM
employees may be made redundant, can develop poor reputation.
how CAM relates to efficiency
reduced time and labour resources used in operations which improves productivity
how CAM relates to effectiveness
increased accuracy creates products with consistent quality which can meet business objectives.
what is automated production lines
machinery and equipment which are arranged in a sequence and the product is developed as it proceeds through each step.
advantages of auto production lines
improved accuracy reducing waste and errors, production can run 24/7,
disadvantages of auto production lines
sudden breakdowns can halt production, high initial setup costs
how auto production lines relates to efficiency
can perform at a much faster speed than humans, improving productivity.
how auto production lines improve effectiveness
accuracy decreases number of errors, enhancing overall product quality.
