Automation in manufacturing is the process of using production management software or robotic tools to operate a factory when making a physical product.
These tools are built to perform operations to help businesses with tasks such as:
- Processing
- Assembly
- Inspection
- Inventory management
- Production planning
It’s quickly become essential to consider the automation of the manufacturing process, as 76% of manufacturers use automation to improve their factory floor’s productivity as a key strategy for increasing growth.