A job had an observed time of 10 minutes, a performance rating of .90, and an allowance factor of 20 percent of job time. Twenty-five cycles were timed. A job has a normal time of 12 minutes, a performance rating of .80, and an allowance factor of 20 percent of the work day. There is little or no disruption of work. It is less susceptible to short-term fluctuations.
Workers are less resentful.
It is less costly and less time-consuming. It is better suited for short, repetitive tasks. Manufacturing technology is the heart of a business. Workers can make or break a business. Workers can be a valuable source of insights.