Business Studies - 0450 CIE

How Technology Has Changed And Is Changing Production Methods, E.g. Using Computers In Design And Manufacturing

Overview

Factories that once needed hundreds of workers now run with a handful of people and rows of machines. Computers design products, robots build them and software tracks every order. Technology has transformed how goods are produced, and it keeps changing.

This lesson explains how technology, especially computers in design and manufacturing, has changed production methods, and weighs the benefits and drawbacks for a business and its workers. By the end you will be able to judge whether a firm should invest in new production technology.

Objectives

  1. How technology has changed and is changing production methods, e.g. using computers in design and manufacturing

Lesson Note

Technology can cut costs, raise quality and speed up production, but it is expensive to buy and can cost jobs. Whether to invest is a major decision, and examiners ask you to weigh the gains against the costs and the impact on workers.

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Lesson Evaluation

Congratulations on completing the lesson on How Technology Has Changed And Is Changing Production Methods, E.g. Using Computers In Design And Manufacturing. Now that youve explored the key concepts and ideas, its time to put your knowledge to the test. This section offers a variety of practice questions designed to reinforce your understanding and help you gauge your grasp of the material.

You will encounter a mix of question types, including multiple-choice questions, short answer questions, and essay questions. Each question is thoughtfully crafted to assess different aspects of your knowledge and critical thinking skills.

Use this evaluation section as an opportunity to reinforce your understanding of the topic and to identify any areas where you may need additional study. Don't be discouraged by any challenges you encounter; instead, view them as opportunities for growth and improvement.

  1. Automation means: A. employing more workers B. using machines and computers to do tasks once done by people C. designing on paper D. stopping production Answer: B
  2. CAD stands for: A. computer-aided delivery B. computer-aided design C. central automatic data D. customer advice desk Answer: B
  3. A benefit of automated production is: A. lower, more consistent quality B. higher cost per unit at high volume C. faster, more consistent output D. more breakdowns always Answer: C
  4. A drawback of introducing new production technology is: A. lower set-up cost B. job losses among some workers C. slower production D. worse quality Answer: B
  5. New production technology tends to pay off best when output is: A. very low B. high volume C. one-off only D. zero Answer: B

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