CIM Operation

Some or all of the following subsystems may be found in a CIM operation:

• CAD/CAM (Computer-aided design/Computer-aided manufacturing)
• CAPP, (Computer-aided process planning)
• ERP (Enterprise resource planning)
• CNC (computer numerical control) machine tools
• DNC, direct numerical control machine tools
• FMS, flexible machining systems
• ASRS, automated storage and retrieval systems
• AGV, automated guided vehicles
• Robotics
• Automated conveyance systems
• [[Project management software|computerized scheduling and production control
• CAQ (Computer-aided quality assurance)
• A business system integrated by a common database.
• Lean Manufacturing