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Tools and Equipment for Material Handling Operators
According to Michael Levans, Group Editorial Director of Supply Chain Group, this year's Warehouse and Distribution Center DC Operations Survey, reducing operating costs continues to be the top priority for professionals in charge of warehouse and distribution center...
How to Measure Worker Utilization using MODAPTS®
Measuring of worker efficiency is one of the best ways to enhance and expand your company productivity and reliable delivery of products and/or services. Dependable, predictable delivery estimates are the foundation of trustworthy business relationships. With accurate...
How to Execute a Work Study
Reviewing Current Shared Operating Procedures In planning work-study, think through the kinds of work, i.e.; the series of actions each person takes when performing the task. This may involve observation and interviews for an accurate understanding of what is involved...
Improvements in US Manufactured Goods
January 1, 2014 marks the 20-year anniversary of the NAFTA’s implementation and there is strong evidence of the pact's positive impact on manufacturing in the United States. U.S. manufactured goods to Canada and Mexico more than tripled since 1993, growing some $173...
How to Use Predetermined Time Standards to Set Consistent and Reliable Rates
Anytime a company or manager has the ability to accurately predict how long a task will genuinely take - they have the ability to establish consistent payment rates for work performed. Using predetermined time standards to be set work standards vs. time studies is...