A Group of Machines Including Supervisory Computer Control, Automatic Material

question 122

Multiple Choice

A group of machines including supervisory computer control, automatic material handling, and possibly robots is called

• A)computer-aided design.
• B)a manufacturing cell.
• C)computer-aided manufacturing.
• D)computer-integrated manufacturing.
• E)a flexible manufacturing system.

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Definitions:

Task Interleaving

A warehouse management strategy where tasks are organized in a way that reduces travel time and increases efficiency by combining multiple tasks in a single trip.

Automated Data Collection

The use of technology tools and systems to gather and process data automatically, reducing the need for manual input and increasing accuracy and efficiency.

Nonintegrated Air Carriers

Airlines that offer transportation services for cargo but are not involved in a broader range of logistics or supply chain activities.

Door-to-door Service

A logistics service where goods are delivered from the point of origin directly to the destination without the customer needing to handle the freight.