Selecting a CAD/CAM system for the first time

Journal Article · Sun Jan 01 04:00:00 EST 1984 · Strategic Plan. Energy Manage.; (United States)

OSTI ID:6272363

Link, C H

A good percentage of manufacturing companies with gross sales exceeding $100 million already use some form of computer-aided design and manufacturing (CAD/CAM). More recently, however, a new, larger group with annual gross sales between $10 million and $100 million have entered the CAD/CAM marketplace. Interested because the technology has proven itself to be economical, beneficial, and relatively easy to implement without prior computer experience, these companies are actively investigating and applying CAD and CAD/CAM. Many are subcontractors to large companies with low design requirements. Others may design and/or manufacture a proprietary product line. Yet, while resembling one another, the needs of these companies vary widely. Applying the proper kind and level of CAD/CAM, therefore, requires a careful analysis of each user's needs.

• Research Organization: Linkand Associates
• OSTI ID: 6272363
• Journal Information: Strategic Plan. Energy Manage.; (United States), Journal Name: Strategic Plan. Energy Manage.; (United States) Vol. 4:1; ISSN SPEME
• Country of Publication: United States
• Language: English

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