Chap 3.6: Technology in OM

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What are the mnemonics for TECH in OM?

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C.A.R.C.A.O

- CAD
- AI
- Robots
- CAM
- APL
- Online services

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Define AUTOMATED PRODUCTION LINE (APL)

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APL involves machinery and equipment arranged in a sequence, with the product developed as it proceeds through each step.

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Impact of APL on EFFICIENCY

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Performs tasks at a higher speed than humans, reducing time to produce outputs and increasing productivity.

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Impact of APL on EFFECTIVENESS

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Performs tasks with higher accuracy, reducing errors and increasing quality of outputs, customer satisfaction, sales, and market share.

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Define ROBOTICS

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Robotics is programmable machine capable of performing specified tasks.

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Describe ROBOTICS

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Programmed to efficiently complete specialized tasks with precision and accuracy, reducing the need for human labor.

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Impact of ROBOTICS on EFFICIENCY

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Performs tasks quickly and accurately, reducing time and resources wasted, and increasing productivity.

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Impact of ROBOTICS on EFFECTIVENESS

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Reduces errors during production, increasing quality of outputs, customer satisfaction, sales, and market share.

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Define COMPUTER-AIDED DESIGN (CAD)

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Digital design software aiding the creation, modification, and optimization of a design and the design process.

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Describe COMPUTER-AIDED DESIGN

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Used to develop 3D designs, determine costs, materials, and time, and allows clients to modify designs before production.