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- 1. JUSTIFICATION FOR ADVANCED MANUFACTURING TECHNOLOGY PAPER OBJECTIVE Introduction Advanced manufacturing technology refers to applying more improved technology to optimize production. The technology process relates to production equipment and procedures used by manufacturing companies. The Problem under Investigation Advanced manufacturing technology is vital in manufacturing plants as it will face the problems experienced in the manufacturing processes. Advancing manufacturing technology increases quality because there are always fewer chances of human error since robotics and automation play a substantial role during the manufacturing process. Advanced manufacturing technology also paves a path to innovation since manufacturers can create new and improved products of high quality cost-effectively. The significance of the chosen topic Importance of the Study Advanced manufacturing technologies have become essential to cost-sensitive manufacturing operations, focusing on waste elimination. Various technologies like robotics, nanotechnology, and additive manufacturing tend to be revolutionizing just the same ways manufacturing industries works. Advanced manufacturing technologies are so important since it encourages innovation. Being able to scale production allows the manufacturers to create newer products very cost-friendly way.
- 2. OVERVIEW OF THE RESEARCH AREA The Purpose of the Study • The primary purpose of justification for the advanced manufacturing technology is to provide organizations with the opportunity to improve the quality of their manufacturing products to succeed in the business. • That is because the advanced manufacturing capability can be determined by many employees and the processes that provide a good match and offer consistent products of high quality and at a lower price. Methodology Main Participants • The participants involved in the manufacturing process of turning raw materials into final goods using tools, machinery, chemical processing, and human labor include; Engineers, production managers, CEOs, heads of sections, and junior employees. • The responsibility of the engineers is to identify the areas that need improvement, design new products, and various processes, and maintain high levels of manufacturing and high-quality products. • The production managers oversee the day-to-day operations of manufacturing by coordinating, planning, and directing activities used to create a wide range of goods such as computer equipment, cars, and others.
- 3. RESULTS Advanced Manufacturing Technologies • Advanced manufacturing technologies aim to ensure quality products at low costs within a short period. • The manufacturing sector is the strength of any industrialized nation. • The recent advancement in information systems, business practices, engineering techniques, and manufacturing processes enable companies to produce new and better products quickly and at lower costs than before. • There has been a rapid change in the manufacturing industries around the world. All these changes are in response to new customer requirements, competition challenges, and emerging technologies. • Advanced manufacturing technologies can ensure increased industrial productivity to reduce the importation of goods and services, equipment, and raw materials, contributing to the nation's GDP AND GNI. These technologies can also result in an increased number of goods, materials, equipment, and export services that generate foreign exchange.
- 4. The Future of Manufacturing Technology • Due to the increased rate of technological advancement, various technological advancements can bring a lot of change in the manufacturing sector. These technologies bring a lot of transformations in production processes. • Some of the most common manufacturing technologies that have a positive impact on the manufacturing sector include; 1. Robotics. • The advancement in robotics technology will likely make robots cheaper, more innovative, and efficient in manufacturing processes. • Using robotics in manufacturing is beneficial because it can improve the efficiency from handling raw materials to producing finished products. These robots can also be programmed to operate 24/7, ensuring continuous production is achieved. 2. Nanotechnology • Nanotechnology is all about the manipulation of nanoscopic materials. • This technology can be implemented in car manufacturing and tire manufacturing, which uses nanocomposites to improve tire durability and make them resistant to constant wear.
- 5. 3. 3D Printing • This is an advanced technology that is in the design of products. • Using this technology helps in reducing the time consumed in production design. • It also offers flexibility in production, reduces manufacturing lead time, reduces waste, and so much more. 4. The Internet Of Things • This technology has brought a connection between machines and human beings and, in turn, enhanced letter communication with faster response. • This technology is beneficial in manufacturing as it reduces operational costs and creates a new source of revenue for the company. 5. Cloud Computing • Cloud computing benefits have been realized in different industries, making way to manufacturing. • This technology is currently helping many manufacturers reduce the cost of their production and, in turn, increase
- 6. 6. Big Data • Most companies usually expand their businesses whenever they find they have expanded their business. • Big data is a new technology that can be used by such companies towards ensuring smooth management is achieved • Incorporating Bigdata and other manufacturing software such as MES or ERP can help solve problems in a company. 7. Augmented Reality • AR can identify some of the unsafe working conditions and envision finished products. • Augmented reality can highlight the temperature of equipment used in production to a worker. • That information is essential to the worker because it helps the worker know whether or not the equipment is still in good shape or there is a need for cooling. • This technology has made it easier for technicians to provide their services from whatever region.
- 7. 8. 5G • 5G is one of the mobile network technologies currently available in the market. This technology will significantly help the manufacturing industries. This new technology has low latency and a 5G connectivity, allowing power sensors in industries. 9. Artificial Intelligence • Currently, most manufacturers have already incorporated this technology where automation has been done on the plant floor and at the front offices. According to research findings, the demand for AI-powered equipment increases due to the benefits realized from using these types of equipment. This technology helps manufacturing companies plan, forecast, and align the supply chain with demand 10. Cybersecurity • Even though significant benefits originate from the automation of manufacturing divisions, there is a risk of data loss and unauthorized access to confidential information.
- 8. Why Advanced Manufacturing Will Boost Productivity • It is a combination of flexible, data-enabled, and cost-efficient processes used in the manufacturing industries. • Advanced technologies, when implemented here, could help in the redefinition of the global manufacturing competitiveness in various industries. • Advanced manufacturing technologies are essential in manufacturing companies because of their ability to boost innovation by allowing manufacturers to develop new products that can be made at a cheaper cost. • Advanced technologies affect productivity because they facilitate the manufacture of high-quality products to buyers with the exact specification.
- 9. Disadvantages of Advanced Manufacturing Technologies • Manufacturing would come to a stop in case these new technologies fail. This means that manufacturing would come to a stop in case these new technologies fail. • They are expensive, especially for small businesses still coming up. • . The other disadvantage of using these technologies is the risk of joblessness among humans. • There is the security risk of data regarding automation of every operation, thus the need to ensure the security of all machines. • Other disadvantages of these new technologies are the security risk of data regarding automation of every operation, thus the need to ensure the security of all machines.
- 10. Conclusion • Advanced manufacturing technologies are beneficial to manufacturing companies because they can reduce labor costs and improve efficiency and result in minimal waste production. manufacturing techniques. • These technologies are also disadvantageous because they can result in job losses and overdependence on technologies, meaning manufacturing can never continue if this new technological equipment fails. • Advanced manufacturing technology is vital in manufacturing plants as it will face the problems experienced in the manufacturing processes. • Advanced manufacturing technologies are so important since it encourages innovation. • The use of AMT can help make a nation part of the quality production game players. • Advanced manufacturing technologies aim to ensure quality products at low costs within a short period • There is a need to embrace advanced manufacturing technologies to shape the company's future.
- 11. Future Studies • There is a need to embrace advanced manufacturing technologies to shape the company's future. • The current world pandemic makes it hard for companies to continue their normal manufacturing. • It would be better to implement such technologies because they would ensure a continual production is achieved and the safety of the employees is guaranteed. • I will also help with compliance with WHO guidelines to prevent the further spread of the deadly virus.
- 12. References Bai, C., & Sarkis, J. (2017). Improving green flexibility through advanced manufacturing technology investment: Modeling the decision process. International Journal of Production Economics, 188, 86-104. Merklein, M., Junker, D., Schaub, A., & Neubauer, F. (2016). Hybrid additive manufacturing technologies–an analysis regarding potentials and applications. Physics procedia, 83, 549-559. Kong, T., Feng, T., & Ye, C. (2016). Advanced manufacturing technologies and green innovation: The role of internal environmental collaboration. Sustainability, 8(10), 1056. Roca, J. B., & O'Sullivan, E. (2020). Seeking coherence between barriers to manufacturing technology adoption and innovation policy. International Journal of Production Economics, 230, 107818. Stornelli, A., Ozcan, S., & Simms, C. (2021). Advanced manufacturing technology adoption and innovation: A systematic literature review on barriers, enablers, and innovation types. Research Policy, 50(6), and 104229. Supekar, S. D., Graziano, D. J., Riddle, M. E., Nimbalkar, S. U., Das, S., Shehabi, A., & Cresko, J. (2019). A framework for quantifying energy and productivity benefits of smart manufacturing technologies. Procedia CIRP, 80, 699-704.
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- Introduction Advanced manufacturing technology refers to applying more improved technology to optimize production. The technology process relates to production equipment and procedures used by manufacturing companies (Stornelli, Ozcan, & Simms, 2021). There are various examples of advanced manufacturing, such as composite or advanced materials, that ensure that glass, plastics, ceramics, and other specific cocktails of metals serve a particular application. The Problem under Investigation Advanced manufacturing technology is vital in manufacturing plants as it will face the problems experienced in the manufacturing processes. Advancing manufacturing technology increases quality because there are always fewer chances of human error since robotics and automation play a substantial role during the manufacturing process. Additionally, justification of the advanced manufacturing technology boosts operational stability in different ways. For instance, it increases flexibility by enabling the manufacturers to have an option to do the processes in the way they want hence boosting productivity (Stornelli, Ozcan, & Simms, 2021). On the other hand, advanced manufacturing technology also paves a path to innovation since manufacturers can create new and improved products of high quality cost-effectively. Importance of the Study Advanced manufacturing technologies have become essential to cost-sensitive manufacturing operations, focusing on waste elimination. Various technologies like robotics, nanotechnology, and additive manufacturing tend to be revolutionizing just the same ways manufacturing industries works. Advanced manufacturing technologies are so important since it encourages innovation. Being able to scale production allows the manufacturers to create newer products very cost-friendly way. It is also essential since it enables the creation of small batched personalized products without compromising on regular production timelines. Advanced manufacturing technology is also vital since it reduces the time used in the production process (Stornelli, Ozcan, & Simms, 2021). It is because digital manufacturing makes good use of virtualization to create digital factories that simulate the process of production. The simulations help the engineers involved in the process to design a perfect factory layout, model output, and sequence production. However, the digital created environment reduces the time to market.
- The Purpose of the Study The primary purpose of justification for the advanced manufacturing technology is to provide organizations with the opportunity to improve the quality of their manufacturing products to succeed in the business (Roca & O'Sullivan, 2020). That is because the advanced manufacturing capability can be determined by many employees and the processes that provide a good match and offer consistent products of high quality and at a lower price. Main Participants The participants involved in the manufacturing process of turning raw materials into final goods using tools, machinery, chemical processing, and human labor include; Engineers, production managers, CEOs, heads of sections, and junior employees. During the manufacturing process, the responsibility of the engineers is to identify the areas that need improvement, design new products, and various processes, and maintain high levels of manufacturing and high-quality products. On the other hand, the production managers oversee the day-to-day operations of manufacturing by coordinating, planning, and directing activities used to create a wide range of goods such as computer equipment, cars, and others.
- Advanced Manufacturing Technologies Advanced manufacturing technology is one of the modern ways of production where sophisticated and highly automated and computerized systems are incorporated in the production processes. Advanced manufacturing technologies aim to ensure quality products at low costs within a short period (Bai & Sarkis, 2017). The manufacturing sector is the strength of any industrialized nation. Even though a more significant percentage of the population might be unemployed in the service industries, the manufacturing industry is responsible for producing the nation’s wealth. There has been a rapid change in the manufacturing industries around the world. A dramatic shift is witnessed in the processes and equipment used to produce most commodities, from automobiles to computer chips. All these changes are in response to new customer requirements, competition challenges, and emerging technologies. The recent advancement in information systems, business practices, engineering techniques, and manufacturing processes enable companies to produce new and better products quickly and at lower costs than before. As a result, it gets harder for developing nations to participate in the quality production game in manufacturing. Therefore, the use of AMT can help make a nation part of the quality production game players. There has been a spread of the use of Computer Numeric Controlled machines among companies in the recent past. About 80% of the devices in manufacturing industries are controlled by computers (Merklein et al., 2016). As a result, it gets easier, faster, and cheaper in production. Advanced manufacturing technologies can ensure increased industrial productivity to reduce the importation of goods and services, equipment, and raw materials, contributing to the nation's GDP AND GNI. These technologies can also result in an increased number of goods, materials, equipment, and export services that generate foreign exchange.
- The Future of Manufacturing Technology Due to the increased rate of technological advancement, various technological advancements can bring a lot of change in the manufacturing sector. These technologies bring a lot of transformations in production processes. As a result, most manufacturers have now sought to make good use of the available technologies such as 3Dprinting and artificial intelligence, among many others. Some of the most common manufacturing technologies that have a positive impact on the manufacturing sector include; Robotics. The advancement in robotics technology will likely make robots cheaper, more innovative, and efficient in manufacturing processes. They can be used for various roles in the manufacturing sectors, especially in the automation of repetitive tasks, improving accuracy, recurring errors, and helping the manufacturers move and focus on productive areas of the company. Using robotics in manufacturing is beneficial because it can improve the efficiency from handling raw materials to producing finished products. These robots can also be programmed to operate 24/7, ensuring continuous production is achieved. Unlike human beings, robots can be customized to perform some complex jobs that humans cannot do. They are also cost-effective, especially for the manufacturing of small units. Typical jobs robots do in manufacturing companies include assembly, painting, welding, and inspection. Currently, robots are used in various industries, such as the processing of plastics, the manufacture of semiconductors, and others. 2. Nanotechnology Nanotechnology is all about the manipulation of nanoscopic materials. This technology has grown over the last few years. However, it is a relatively new advancement that many companies have not yet adopted. The research findings indicate that nanotechnology can be effective in the manufacturing industry because it can create a stable and effective lubricant used in various industrial applications (Merklein et al., 2016). This technology can be implemented in car manufacturing and tire manufacturing, which uses nanocomposites to improve tire durability and make them resistant to constant wear.
- 3. 3D Printing This is an advanced technology that is in the design of products. The 3Dprinting industry is estimated to be worth 13.7 billion according to a survey conducted in 2019, where it is projected to reach 63.4 billion by the time it gets to 2025. This is at times referred to as additive manufacturing. This technology is faster, agile, and innovative. Using this technology helps in reducing the time consumed in production design. It also offers flexibility in production, reduces manufacturing lead time, reduces waste, and so much more. It is also cost-effective, so most car manufacturers use this technology to manufacture gear sticks. 4. The Internet Of Things This advanced manufacturing technology employs various sensors to collect vital production information and convert them into valuable insights. This technology has brought a connection between machines and human beings and, in turn, enhanced letter communication with faster response. This technology is beneficial in manufacturing as it reduces operational costs and creates a new source of revenue for the company. It enhances a faster manufacturing process and improves the supply chain operations to ensure a short time is taken in ensuring goods get to the market. For instance, Harley Davidson is one of the manufacturers that integrated this technology into their production. As a result, they have reduced the amount of time taken to produce motorbikes where they could spend more than 21 hours before, which has now been reduced to six hours. Internet of things enables customization by providing real-time data, which is essential for managers for forecasting, scheduling, and routing (Merklein et al., 2016). It also allows monitoring the health of workers and the risky activities. The current world pandemic of COVID-19 has enhanced its use because of its monitoring and predictive maintenance capabilities. The WHO placed various regulations on social distancing being one of them. This makes it hard for field service technicians to make their trips to the field for inspection. It also helps the manufacturers monitor the performance of the manufactured equipment. This technology is beneficial to manufacturers as it enables them to easily identify and understand a specific problem and develop the relevant solution even when not at the place of work. 5. Cloud Computing Cloud computing benefits have been realized in different industries, making way to manufacturing. Its s effects in manufacturing are realized from how a plant operates, integration of supply chain, and designing of products. This technology is currently helping many manufacturers reduce the cost of their production and, in turn, increase competitiveness. Internet of things and cloud computing are different in that IoT helps in improving connectivity within a particular plant. In contrast, cloud computing, on the other hand, enables improved connectivity across various plants in a company. This helps different companies worldwide share data, accomplished within seconds, and reduces production costs and time. Sharing data is essential as it helps in improving the quality of products being produced and enhances reliability between different plants.
- Big Data Most companies usually expand their businesses whenever they find they have expanded their business. This might be tough in management because both the parent and the subsequent company are operated in line. As a result, big data is a new technology that can be used by such companies towards ensuring smooth management is achieved (Kong et al., 2016). Incorporating Bigdata and other manufacturing software such as MES or ERP can help solve problems in a company. Some of the benefits of using this technology are that it helps in improving manufacturing, ensuring quality is achieved, customization of products, supply chain management, and identification of potential risks. 7. Augmented Reality AR can identify some of the unsafe working conditions and envision finished products. It is also used in measuring changes. Augmented reality can highlight the temperature of equipment used in production to a worker. That information is essential to the worker because it helps the worker know whether or not the equipment is still in good shape or there is a need for cooling. AR applications can easily guide a new worker at a particular company to be informed and the inexperienced workers. It also keeps them protected without any forms of wastage of resources. This technology has made it easier for technicians to provide their services from whatever region. This is achieved through sending the AR and VR-enabled devices to help with troubleshooting and repairs, especially during this challenging period of covid 19 (Kong et al., 2016). This technology has also helped the customers and the technicians by reducing the risk they might be exposed to.
- 8. 5G 5G is one of the mobile network technologies currently available in the market. This technology will significantly help the manufacturing industries. This new technology has low latency and a 5G connectivity, allowing power sensors in industries. This will substantially help generate data that will facilitate new cost-saving avenues and increase efficiency combined with machine learning. China and Korea are among the countries currently making use of this technology. 9. Artificial Intelligence Currently, most manufacturers have already incorporated this technology where automation has been done on the plant floor and at the front offices. According to research findings, the demand for AI-powered equipment increases due to the benefits realized from using these types of equipment. This technology helps manufacturing companies plan, forecast, and align the supply chain with demand (Kong et al., 2016). This helps managers make strategic decisions as they have the correct information about what they must do to continue being leaders in the markets. Recent research indicates that 40% of manufacturers implement AI in inventory management and logistics. In comparison, 36% think of incorporating AI in the production division and the customer relationship and service. 10. Cybersecurity Even though significant benefits originate from the automation of manufacturing divisions, there is a risk of data loss and unauthorized access to confidential information. As a result, manufacturing experts need to invest in the security of the cloud-based services and employ secure ERP systems such as SAP and Odoo to solve the security challenges. This will ensure the safety of the stored data meaning there will be no cases of data losses and security breaches.
- Why Advanced Manufacturing Will Boost Productivity Advanced manufacturing typically means different things to various people. In simpler terms, it is a combination of flexible, data-enabled, and cost-efficient processes used in the manufacturing industries. Advanced technologies, when implemented here, could help in the redefinition of the global manufacturing competitiveness in various industries. Some of the leading manufacturers like Ford and General Electric are currently using some of the most sophisticated tools in the manufacture of their products. Recent research indicates that most American manufacturing companies are currently beginning to integrate advanced manufacturing methods. According to the research findings, companies with at least a billion sales, 72% of them said they would invest in implementing advanced technologies in their manufacturing processes (Supekar et al., 2019). About 10% of them are of the contrary opinion that continuing with the current manual ways of manufacturing is the best way for them to go with. Three-quarters of the manufacturing companies that have envisioned advanced technologies incorporate improved productivity and localized production. However, 56% of them believe that low automation costs will impact their competitiveness against the products made from low-cost countries. Advanced manufacturing technologies are essential in manufacturing companies because of their ability to boost innovation by allowing manufacturers to develop new products that can be made at a cheaper cost (Supekar et al., 2019). Advanced technologies affect productivity because they facilitate the manufacture of high-quality products to buyers with the exact specifications. It facilitates the modification of goods, thus enabling the marketing department to have a variety of goods presented in the market for consumers. By doing this, it is evident that the company will build its reputation, strengthening its competitive advantage in the market. The other benefit of AMT is that it manufactures goods in a more environment-friendly way, thus not having any negative impacts on the environment since they consume less raw materials and generate less waste. It also guarantees the safety of workers as it minimizes the chances of the employees getting in contact with hazardous materials.
- Disadvantages of Advanced Manufacturing Technologies Even though there are several benefits of using advanced technologies in manufacturing, some setbacks come with it. Too much usage of technology makes one overdependent on it. As a result, it becomes difficult to continue normal operations if these technologies fail. This means that manufacturing would come to a stop in case these new technologies fail. The other disadvantage of these technologies is that they are expensive, especially for small businesses still coming up. The other disadvantage of using these technologies is the risk of joblessness among humans. This conversation has been ongoing for a while now as many people have lost their jobs because machines have replaced them. This is why most people have been resisting changes in the companies. Other disadvantages of these new technologies are the security risk of data regarding automation of every operation, thus the need to ensure the security of all machines.
- Conclusion Advanced manufacturing technologies are beneficial to manufacturing companies because they can reduce labor costs and improve efficiency and result in minimal waste production. This means that the raw materials will be well utilized, thus no losses to the company. They also aid in ensuring the production of quality goods, unlike those produced by standard manufacturing techniques. However, these technologies are also disadvantageous because they can result in job losses and overdependence on technologies, meaning manufacturing can never continue if this new technological equipment fails. Advanced manufacturing technology is vital in manufacturing plants as it will face the problems experienced in the manufacturing processes. Advanced manufacturing technologies are so important since it encourages innovation. There has been a rapid change in the manufacturing industries around the world. Therefore, the use of AMT can help make a nation part of the quality production game players. Advanced manufacturing technologies aim to ensure quality products at low costs within a short period. The recent advancement in information systems, business practices, engineering techniques, and manufacturing processes enable companies to produce new and better products quickly and at lower costs than before. Computers control about 80% of the devices in manufacturing industries. On the other hand, robots can be customized to perform some of the complex jobs that humans cannot do. The 3Dprinting industry is estimated to be worth 13.7 billion according to a survey conducted in 2019, where it is projected to reach 63.4 billion by the time it gets to 2025. Cloud computing benefits have been realized in different industries, making way to manufacturing. AI-powered equipment continues to increase due to the benefits realized from using this equipment. Advanced manufacturing technologies are essential in manufacturing companies because of their ability to boost innovation by allowing manufacturers to develop new products that can be made at a cheaper cost. Therefore, there is a need to embrace advanced manufacturing technologies to shape the company's future. Furthermore, the current world pandemic makes it hard for companies to continue their normal manufacturing. As a result, it would be better to implement such technologies because they would ensure a continual production is achieved and the safety of the employees is guaranteed. I will also help with compliance with WHO guidelines to prevent the further spread of the deadly virus.
- There is a need to embrace advanced manufacturing technologies to shape the company's future. Furthermore, the current world pandemic makes it hard for companies to continue their normal manufacturing. As a result, it would be better to implement such technologies because they would ensure a continual production is achieved and the safety of the employees is guaranteed. I will also help with compliance with WHO guidelines to prevent the further spread of the deadly virus.