ACCA Applied Knowledge · Business and Technology · Technological factors
A manufacturer installs sensors on its machines that send performance data to a central system, allowing repairs to be scheduled before breakdowns occur. Which benefit of technology is MOST directly achieved?
The main benefit is reduced downtime and lower maintenance costs. Sensors supply real-time machine data so repairs can be planned before failures happen. This does not remove the need for skilled staff, guarantee market share, or eliminate cyber risk, which connected devices may actually increase.
- AReduced downtime and lower maintenance costs through improved informationCorrect
- BRemoval of the need for any skilled employees
- CGuaranteed increase in market share
- DElimination of cyber security risk
Explanation
Sensor data lets maintenance be predicted and planned, reducing unplanned stoppages and cost. Technology rarely removes the need for skilled staff, market share is not guaranteed, and connected devices often increase cyber risk rather than eliminate it.
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