Automation of production processes as an element of improvement of the products’ quality

Increasing global competition, changes in the environment and the increasing complexity of supply chains force companies to look for more effective solutions that meet the needs and requirements of customers. The development of information and communication technologies (ICT) can help to cope with these challenges. It can be observed that automation and industrial robotics in production are increasingly attracting the attention of scientists and practitioners. The article presents the situation of selected production companies in terms of readiness and the level of interest in the implementation of solutions that automate manufacturing processes.