time and motion study
noun
the systematic investigation and analysis of the motions and the time required to perform a specific operation or task with a view to seeking more efficient methods of production as well as setting time standards.
Also called
time study,
motion study.
Words nearby time and motion study
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timbuktu,
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time and a half,
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time and tide wait for no man,
time bill,
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time chart
British Dictionary definitions for time and motion study
time and motion study
noun
the analysis of industrial or work procedures to determine the most efficient methods of operation
Also: time and motion, time study, motion study