Question $5$

$5\mathrm{.}1$ Automatic identification and data capture $($AIDC$)$ refers to technologies that provide direct entry of data into a computer or other microprocessor$-$controlled system without using a keyboard. Many of these technologies require no human involvement in the data capture and entry process. Automatic identification systems are being used increasingly to collect data in material handling and manufacturing applications. Debate the three principal components in automatic identification technologies.

$5\mathrm{.}2$ Discuss the reasons for using automatic identification and data capture techniques.

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