2.5. Evolution of Automation Technologies

Try these first

1. 1.

   What stage comes after Manual Operations in automation?

   Hint

   Think about how machines began to assist humans.

2. 2.

   Name one example of Hard Automation.

   Hint

   Consider industries that mass-produce items.

3. 3.

   What is the primary characteristic of Manual Operations?

   • Use of machines
   • 100% human labor
   • Automated systems

   Hint

   Consider operations done entirely by people.

4. 4.

   True or False: Flexible Automation systems can only perform one specific task.

   • True
   • False

   Hint

   Think about machines that can adjust to different jobs.

5. 5.

   Analyze the potential challenges and benefits that Flex Automation presents to a typical manufacturing firm.

   Hint

   Consider both sides of the equation in terms of investment and return.

6. 6.

   Evaluate the ethical concerns surrounding Intelligent Automation in critical sectors like healthcare.

   Hint

   Think about the implications for human oversight and machine decision-making.