Motion Study (Noun)
Meaning
An analysis of a specific job in an effort to find the most efficient method in terms of time and effort.
Classification
Nouns denoting acts or actions.
Examples
- The company hired a consultant to conduct a motion study of their assembly line to identify areas for improvement.
- A motion study of the warehouse revealed that the layout was inefficient and led to wasted time and energy.
- The goal of the motion study was to reduce the number of steps required to complete a task and increase productivity.
- The researcher used a stopwatch to conduct a motion study of the manufacturing process and identify opportunities for streamlining.
- The results of the motion study led to changes in the workflow, resulting in significant reductions in labor costs and improved quality.