Patrick told his boss, "Unless we invest in new technology, such as computer-integrated manufacturing (CIM), we will not be able to deliver more high-variety and high-volume products. With CIM, we will have computer-aided ________ and computer-aided ________, so that the work of our engineers and factory workers will be more in sync."

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Computer-integrated manufacturing (CIM) is a technology that connects different manufacturing processes together through the use of computers. This includes computer-aided design (CAD) and computer-aided manufacturing (CAM), which allow for better synchronization between engineers and factory workers. Therefore, the correct choices are design and manufacturing.

Patrick Told His Boss, "Unless We Invest in New Technology