CHAPTER 11
Work System Design
Before studying this chapter you should know or, if necessary, review
- Competitive priorities, Chapter 2, pp. 37–43.
- Process selection, Chapter 3, pp. 68–72.
- Layout types, Chapter 10, pp. 374–379.
LEARNING OBJECTIVES
After studying this chapter you should be able to
Describe the elements of work system design and the objectives of each element.
Describe relevant job design issues.
Describe methods analysis.
Understand the importance of work measurement.
Describe how to do a time study.
Describe how to do work sampling.
Develop standard times.
Show how to use work standards.
Describe compensation plans.
Describe learning curves.
CHAPTER OUTLINE
Designing ...
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