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Technology in Production - Coggle Diagram
Technology in
Production
Three sectors
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
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
CAD+CNCs
Computer Aided Manufacturing (CAM)
Where computers link and control the design and
production of goods in manufacturing
Computer Integrated Manufacturing (CIM)
The use of computers to control the entire production process
tertiary sector
Online Banking
ATMs
Alipays
Technology in marketing
Data gathering
interesting adverts
Internet promotion
Technology in Retailing
EFTPOS
Self Check-out
Technology in the Leisure
Industry
Travels app
check-in
no ticket
Advantages of New Technology
More choice
High productivity
Low costs
Improved health and safety
Easier tasks for workers
Improved communications
Disadvantages of New Technology
High initial costs
Expensive breakdowns
Job loss= distress and conflict
Retaining existing staff
Reduce worker motivation
Loss of flexibility