Using Tech To Improve Efficiency Flashcards
1
Q
Examples of tech used In businesses
A
Robotics
Automation
Stock control
Communication systems
Design tech
2
Q
What are robotics used for
A
Routine and complex activities
3
Q
What is automation
A
Term for the use of technology that performs repetitive tasks freeing up employees
4
Q
What are stock control technology used for
A
Maintain stock levels
5
Q
What do communication systems ensure
A
Improve communication internally and externally
6
Q
What does design technology do
A
Prevent people drawing by hand
7
Q
Benefits for using technology to improve efficiency
A
- less mistakes
- prevents boredom
- reduce costs
- reduces time waste
- can monitor market
8
Q
Drawbacks for using technology to improve efficiency
A
- workers may resist to the change
- constant change so need to train staff
- redundancies
- expensive
