Operations Management, Binder Ready Version: An Integrated Approach
Operations Management, Binder Ready Version: An Integrated Approach
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ISBN: 9781118952610
Author: R. Dan Reid, Nada R. Sanders
Publisher: WILEY
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Chapter 11, Problem 12P

(a)

Summary Introduction

Interpretation:

The mean observed time for each element.

Concept Introduction:

The time taken to complete a particular task is said to be observed time. This is one of the factors which is used to calculate the standard time.

(b)

Summary Introduction

Interpretation:

The normal time for each element.

Concept Introduction:

Normal time also called as the base time or levelled time is the time that a trained worker needs to complete the task at a normal pace.

(c)

Summary Introduction

Interpretation:

The standard time for each element and for the entire job, if the allowance factor is 15 percent of job time.

Concept Introduction:

The time required by an average trained worker, working at a usual pace for performing a specific task with the help of a recommended method is termed as standard time.

(d)

Summary Introduction

Interpretation:

The worker performs at 100 percent of the standard.

Concept Introduction:

The time required by an average trained worker, working at a usual pace for performing a specific task with the help of a recommended method is termed as Standard time.

(e)

Summary Introduction

Interpretation:

The worker performs at 110 percent of the standard.

Concept Introduction:

The time required by an average trained worker, working at a usual pace for performing a specific task with the help of a recommended method is termed as Standard time.

(f)

Summary Introduction

Interpretation:

The units to be completed in one hour.

Concept Introduction:

The time required by an average trained worker, working at a usual pace for performing a specific task with the help of a recommended method is termed as Standard time.

(g)

Summary Introduction

Interpretation:

The new standard time for the navigator, if the mean observed time for element 6 to 1.5 minutes.

Concept Introduction:

The time required by an average trained worker, working at a usual pace for performing a specific task with the help of a recommended method is termed as Standard time.

(h)

Summary Introduction

Interpretation:

The reduction in time using the new process, if the company builds 20,000 navigator each month.

Concept Introduction:

The time required by an average trained worker, working at a usual pace for performing a specific task with the help of a recommended method is termed as Standard time.

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