historical perspective of manufacturing

What is the main objective of the text?

• Understanding the importance of technology in manufacturing

• Discussing the impact of technology on the environment

• Analyzing the role of humans in manufacturing

• Exploring the history of technology in manufacturing

What does the term 'Manufacturing' refer to?

• The process of turning raw materials into finished goods

• The application of systematic knowledge towards development

• The fabrication of products intended for industrial use

• The broad range of processes, techniques, and tools in production

What is one way to improve manufacturing efficiency mentioned in the text?

• Reduce employee training

• Avoid engaging with employees

• Increase material waste

• Standardize work processes

What is the effect of machine breakdowns in production?

• Increase in productivity

• Decrease in profitability

• Improvement in efficiency

• Enhancement of customer satisfaction

What is the main goal of automation in manufacturing?

• Increase manual labor

• Maximize environmental impact

• Minimize risks of human intervention

• Reduce production time

What is the focus of cost reduction in manufacturing?

• Maximizing customer value

• Generating long-term savings

• Adding value to customers

• Optimizing production processes

What is the purpose of improved safety in manufacturing?

• Preventing workplace injuries

• Increase in workplace hazards

• Encouraging illness among employees

• Promoting unsafe practices

What does increased control over production involve?

• Monitoring material movement

• Rushing orders to meet deadlines

• Avoiding production planning

• Disregarding work flows

What is the goal of supply chain optimization?

• Reducing customer satisfaction

• Adjusting operations for peak efficiency

• Increase in inventory levels

• Decrease in efficiency

What are the pros of technology in manufacturing?

• Safety concerns, decrease in production time, better quality

• Job displacement, high cost, lack of flexibility

• Efficiency, increase in productivity, environmental benefits

• More impactful failures, lack of flexibility, high cost