Objective of CAM

(1) Automation and Integration:-

CAM must gave programmable automation to the manufacturing system.It should integrate all the manufacturing function such as : planning,controlling, and manufacturing operations.

(2) High Productivity:-

CAM should improve the productivity of the manufacturing system.

(3) High Product Quality:-

CAM should improve the quality of the product.

(4) Reduction in Manufacturing Lead Time:-

CAM should reduce the manufacturing time for the product.

(5) Reduction in Manpower:-

The reduction in manpower requirement is one of the prime objective of CAM.

(6) Reduction in Material Handling:-

CAM should minimize the manual material handling.

(7) Integration with CAD:-

CAM should help to integrate the manufacturing with design.