The Convergence of ICT and Automatic Sorting System: A Quantitative Performance Analysis

This study examines the effects of the convergence of information and communications technology (ICT) and the automatic sorting system. The information technology collects pig weight data from the automatic sorting system and pig carcass weight and back fat thickness from slaughterhouse. By using the stored data, the information technology allows illustrating swine production performance by using visualization technology. The results indicate that the information technology indicates the change in average pig weight, average back fat thickness, and standard deviation of carcass weight before and after the installation of the automatic sorting system. From the results, the swine producers can evaluate their swine production management performance and make better decision for the improvement in swine industry.