Introduction to Work Study
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A very simple yet complete book on Work Study. This book has been used all over the world since its publication in 1957. The book presents the subject matter in a simplified manner with numerous examples of work study practice, a large number of which are based on the experience of ILO management development advisers engaged in work study in different countries. The book has sold millions of copies and has been translated into many languages.
As the competition for market share get tougher and tougher, the companies have to cut costs and improve efficiency and productivity. So the importance of Industrial Engineering and work study has been on the rise and this book is an ideal tool, an excellent course material to the students as well as the practitioners of work study.
The book covers all the concepts of work study – work measurement, time study, waste reduction, principles of motion economy, ergonomics, standard time calculations, predetermined time standards, work sampling, etc. The book is amply illustrated and the figures and charts are rendered very well. A must have to all Industrial Engineers and for people who want to improve the efficiency and productivity of the organization. The usefulness of the book could have been improved if it had a good index.
Book Details:
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Author(s): International Labor Office, Geneva,
Publisher: ILO Publications
Edition & Year: Fourth, 1992
ISBN: 9221071081
Cover & Page Count: Hardcover, 441 pages
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