Motion and Time Study: Design and Measurement of WorkAn updated demonstration of the application of motion and time study to the design and measurement of work and industrial problem-solving. Illustrations and practical examples show how motion and time study can increase productivity, improve equipment utilization, conserve materials and energy, reduce human effort, and advance organizational goals. Includes discussions on computer-aided time study, human factors, and wage incentives. |
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Definition and Scope of Motion and Time Study | 3 |
History of Motion and Time Study | 10 |
The General ProblemSolving Process | 21 |
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