1
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technology
A
the use of machinery, devices and scientific knowledge to create and sell a product or service
2
Q
evaluation of information technology
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+ produces cost savings
+ better quality products
+ lower unit costs
- significant investment in unique tech is needed
3
Q
evaluation of Computer aided design
A
+ can draw a product to scale
+ can manipulate design to meet needs and wants
- expensive to buy
- require skilled workers to operate
4
Q
evaluation of Computer aided manufacture
A
- higher speed and accuracy
- greater quality and consistency
+ setup costs are high
+ unit costs will be high for lower production volume
5
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evaluation of robotics
A
+ can perform many tasks quickly and precisely
+ less waste so lower unit cost
- require large upfront cost
- regular maintenance
large amount of programming to change
