Smart organizations are taking a holistic view of their manufacturing operation and a hard look at their inspection and quality practices. As technology has progressed, so has the manufacturer’s ability to closely align their unique needs and applications to the selection of a coordinate measurement machine (CMM). There are three primary considerations to help guide the decision-making process for a next generation CMM based on application need: throughput, precision and shop floor capability. The selection process involves various levels of precision, flexibility, and speed—to best suit each application.