work measurement
Definition
Application of time and motion study and activity sampling techniques to determine the time for a qualified worker to complete a specific job at a defined level of performance. Work measurement is used in budgeting, manpower planning, scheduling, standard costing, and in designing worker incentive schemes. See also therblig.
work measurement is in the HR, Teams, & Training and Industries, Manufacturing, & Technology subjects.
work measurement appears in the definitions of the following terms: scientific management and measured day work (MDW)
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