Indirect Work Measurement

Why measure work? This basic question is answered simply by stating that if a reliable method can be established to measure work, then any change in efficiency can be determined for the operation. Measurements of work made today can be compared with measurements made in the past or future for the same work to determine any change. Another objective is to determine how the organization compares with others. In other words, what is the potential for improvement? Improvement to reduce cost is the ultimate aim.