Work Organization and Methods Engineering for Productivity

Work Organization and Methods Engineering for Enhanced Productivity provides an introduction to and practical advice on assessing methods of working to achieve maximum output and efficiency. The main focus of the book is on the ‘work study’, which helps to increase the productivity of men, machines, and materials. We are currently seeing a lot of disruptive advancement in industrial operations caused by technologies including artificial intelligence and internet of things. Against this technological backdrop, and with ever increasing focus on value, the fundamental understanding of how to analyze and organize the work place for productivity is more important than ever.

Starting with the basics, and illustrated throughout with images and case studies, the subject is approached in a way that is appropriate for readers of all backgrounds. Concise descriptions and numerous examples cover a wide range of scenarios in different industries. Practical technical advice is also included, providing valuable reference material for managers with responsibility for production and planning in industry.

• Helps the reader to understand the fundamental factors affecting productivity, and their relevance to work organization
• Includes valuable industry case studies from sectors including manufacturing, textile production, and sea port operations
• Includes several formats and charts that are important in the recording of data for practical work studies

Product developers, production managers, researchers, and students with an interest in production and planning

1. Introduction
   2. History and Development of Work Study
   3. The Concepts of Productivity
   4. Factors Affecting Productivity
   5. System Approach to Productivity
   6. Method Study – Select
   7. Method Study – Record
   8. Examine and Develop
   9. Method Study - Define, Install and Maintain
   10. Methods Study as a Necessary Tool for Productivity: A Case study
   11. Kaizen and Continuous Improvement
   12. Material Layout Planning
   13. Principles of Motion Economy
   14. Work Measurement
   15. Micro Motion Study
   16. Ergonomics and Work Study
   17. Work Sampling
   18. Value Analysis
   19. Work Study on Clerical Operations
   20. Resistance to Change
   21. Industrial Engineer’s Role as a Consultant
   22. Terminology used in Japanese Management Practices