This article throws light upon the top seven techniques used for measuring work. The techniques are: 1. Analytical Estimating 2. Predetermined Motion Time System (P.M.T.S) 3. Method-Time-Measurement (M-T-M) 4. Work Factor 5. Activity Sampling, Ratio-Delay Study or Work Sampling 6. Use of Time Study Data in Wage Incentive and Collective Bargaining 7. Ergonomics. Technique # 1. Analytical Estimating: Setting the [...]
Meaning and Definition of Time Study: When a customer wants to purchase some products, then he usually compares the prices with those of similar products, which are being manufactured by other producers. Therefore, to give competitive quotations, estimation of accurate labour cost is very essential as it has got large effect on the price. If the prices are higher, then, [...]
After reading this article you will learn about:- 1. Meaning of Work Sampling 2. Objectives of Work Sampling 3. Theory 4. Procedure 5. Determination of Time Standards 6. Applications 7. Advantages 8. Disadvantages 9. Errors. Meaning of Work Sampling: Work sampling, also called 'Activity Sampling' or 'Ratio Delay Study', is based on the statistical method first devised by L.H.S. Tippet [...]