The document discusses advanced manufacturing systems and compares conventional and advanced manufacturing. It describes types of advanced manufacturing systems like JIT, CIM, and FMS. JIT focuses on producing only what is needed when it is needed to reduce inventory. CIM uses computers to control manufacturing processes to increase speed and reduce errors. FMS allows flexibility to react to changes in production. The document concludes that advanced manufacturing uses computer technologies and skilled workers to efficiently produce a variety of products in both small and large volumes.