Technology in Production
Secondary sector
Computer Aided Design (CAD)
The use of computers
to design products
Computer Numerically Controlled Machines
(CNCs)
Machines programmed by computers that can cut and shape metal, weld, sew, and print
Primary sector
Weather sensors
Algorithms that analyse soils
Data collected by drones – better planting strategies
Robots can do repetitive jobs
GM can increase nutritional value
Computer Aided Manufacturing (CAM)
Where computers link and control the design and
production of goods in manufacturing
CAM = CAD + CNCs
Computer Integrated Manufacturing (CIM)
The use of computers to control the entire production process
Robots
Material Handling
Robots
Transports goods, parts or stock from one place to another in the factory or plant
Process operations
robots
These perform a specific task (spot welding or spray painting). They perform programmed tasks.
Assembly line robots
Usually perform one task on the assembly line.
Tertiary sector
Online Banking
ATM’s
EFTPOS
AliPay
Marketing
Exciting adverts
Data gathering
Internet promotion
Retailing
EFTPOS
Self Check-Out
Leisure Industry
No ticket
Travel Apps
Check-In
Advantages
More choice
High productivity
Low costs
Improved health and safety
Easier tasks for workers
Improved communications
Disadvantages
High initial costs
Expensive breakdowns
Job loss= distress and conflict
Retaining existing staff
Reduce worker motivation
Loss of flexibility