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Definition
Combination of separate applications, such as computer aided design (CAD), computer aided engineering (CAE), computer aided manufacturing (CAM), robotics, and manufacturing resource planning (MRP-II). Its objective is to streamline the manufacturing processes and to integrate them with other business functions (such as accounting, financing, distributing, marketing).
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computer integrated manufacturing (CIM) is in the Industries, Manufacturing, & Technology and Information Science & Technology subjects.
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