Introduction to work study (4th rev. ed)

This highly successful book, which describes the basic techniques of work study as practiced in many parts of the world, has been widely recognized as the best available introduction to the subject for work study practitioners, teachers and students. It provides training in method study and work measurement and covers not only "machine shops" but also process industries, the services sector and office work.

Reference is made throughout to the use of information systems and computerization to solve work study problems.

It also covers production management approaches and their relation to work study. Numerous illustrations and examples of work study practice are included as well.