Work Measurement:

Work measurement is a technique that establishes the amount of time a qualified worker needs to perform a particular task at a certain level of performance.

Objectives of work measurement

1. To reduce or eliminate unproductive time.
2. To set a standard time to work.
3. To develop standardized data for future reference.
4. To improve methods.

Use of work measurements

1. To compare the efficiency of alternative methods. When two or more methods are available to perform the same task, the timing of each method is determined by the measurement of the work. The least time-consuming method was chosen.

2. Standard time is used as a basis for pay incentive schemes.

3. Help with cost estimation. Knowing the time standards, it is possible to calculate the cost of the product. This helps quote rates for tenders.

4. Helps to plan the workload of man and machine.

5. It helps to determine the need for men and machinery. When we know the time required to produce a piece and the amount to be produced, it is easy to calculate the total need for men and machinery.

6. It helps in better production control. Time standards help with accurate scheduling. So production control can be done effectively.

7. It helps to control production costs. With the help of time standards, production costs can be worked out. These costs are used as a basis for regulation.

8. It helps customers set a delivery date. By knowing the standard time we will be able to calculate the time required for the production of the required quantity of products.