Technology in manufacturing has many positive outcomes. Automation can:
- Improve quality: Automation controls the schedules and production lines without human interference. The program can optimize the schedule to reduce defects and inefficiencies, creating better-quality products.
- Reduce costs: Technology can operate with better efficiency, less waste, and fewer workers, creating long-term cost savings.
- Decrease production time: Manufacturing technology expedites the production process, so more batches can be made more quickly. You can create more products in less time and have a consistent run rate.
- Optimize the supply chain: The entire supply chain benefits from procurement and production that follows the delivery schedule.
- Have more consistent results: Automated technology is more consistent and eliminates the mistakes error-prone humans are more likely to create.
- Foster a safer workplace: Machines can do jobs that are dangerous for workers, preventing injury and risk. Technology can also identify risks and develop safety measures.