The impact of computers and robotics on productivity :
1. Automation
The total or near total use of machines to do work
2. Robotics
- The use of programmable machines to perform a variety of tasks by manipulating materials and tools
- Robots work quickly, accurately, and steadily
- Robots are effective in tedious, repetitious, and hazardous tasks
3. Computer manufacturing systems
Computer-aided design (CAD)
Computer-aided manufacturing (CAM)
Computer-integrated manufacturing (CIM)
4. Continuous Process.
A manufacturing process in which a firm produces the same product(s) over a long period of time
5. Flexible manufacturing systems (FMS)
A single production system that combines electronic machines and computer-integrated manufacturing.
6. Intermittent process
A manufacturing process in which a firm's manufacturing machines and equipment are changed to produce different products
7. Technological displacement
Automation cuts manufacturing time, reduces error, and simplifies retooling procedures
-Many robots work with humans to make jobs safer and easier
-Automation will bring change to many jobs; many workers will have to retrain or seek jobs in other sectors of the economy
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