Analysis For Effective Automation

This paper discusses problems that can appear through improper automation in the factory and office. Structured methodology that will assist a company to identify where automation is needed and will be cost-effective is presented. The necessary steps for manufacturing, engineering, and office evaluation and analysis are discussed. Automation cross effects between manufacturing, engineering, and office functions are presented. A detailed procedure depicting methodology for establishing automation that will be cost- and quality-effective and the cost simulation of these improvements is discussed.