The invention of wheel was an important step towards progress for early humans in the following ways:
1. Transportation from one place to another became faster and easier. It lead to the cultural and social integration thus pushing for more socioeconomic development.
2. Moving heavy objects and taking them from one place to another became convenient.
3. The making of pottery became easier. The use of potter's wheel enabled early humans to make pots of various sizes and shapes. These pots were used for storing grains, liquid and for cooking food and grains.