Chapter 11, Problem 4RQ

Explanation of Solution

Knowledge work systems:

• Knowledge work systems are highly specialised knowledge management solutions that are primarily build for scientists and engineers.
• These knowledge workers can take independent judgement as a routine job responsibility.
• The objective is to discover and develop new knowledge.
• The workers act as change agents ensuring that the organisation is updated with the current knowledge...

Explanation of Solution

Computer Aided Design (CAD) supporting knowledge work:

• It is a software application that facilitates the creation of three-dimensional models (3D) and designs that can be utilised for the manufacturing of moulds, structures, and other complex things.
• It is expensive, time consuming and using lot of inputs. But it helps in designing the complete model and testing them before going to the manufacturing stage.
• It saves lot of time and money during a production process than following a physical design methodology.
• CAD designs are used in new age solutions like 3D printing, and additive manufacturing.

Virtual Reality Systems supporting knowledge work:

• These systems create a real-world environment by facilitating visualisation, rendering and simulation.
• These go beyond CAD systems, using interactive graphics software to create simulations that are close to reality and provides users in assessing real world situations.
• VR systems can provide virtual tours of live locations...