Define basic goals of Computer Integrated Manufacturing CIM-02212

CIM has three basic goals

Simplification of all manufacturing technologies and techniques

Automation of as many of the manufacturing processes as possible by integrationof many information technologies like

Flexible Manufacturing Systems - a form of flexible automation in whichseveral machine tools are linked together by a material-handling system controlled by a central computer. It is distinguished from an automated productionline by its ability to process more than one product style simultaneously.

Computer aided Engineering (CAE) -- the application of computer software inengineering to analyze the robustness and performance of components, assemblies, products and manufacturing tools.

Just in time (JIT) - A Japanese idea that inventory is manufactured (or acquired)only as the need for it arises or in time to be sold (or used). A major goal is to cutdown on inventory investment.

3. Integration and coordination of all the manufacturing aspects through computerhardware and software