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Princeton's WordNet

  1. time and motion study, time-and-motion study, time-motion study, motion study, time study, work studynoun

    an analysis of a specific job in an effort to find the most efficient method in terms of time and effort

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  1. time-and-motion study

    A time-and-motion study is a business efficiency technique that involves careful observation, analysis, and measurement of different tasks within a specific job, process or system to determine the optimal way to perform these tasks with the aim to improve productivity, efficiency, and reduce waste. It aims to systematically identify and eliminate unnecessary or inefficient tasks to streamline work process. This study was initially developed in the context of industrial operations but it's also applicable in other fields and workplaces.

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  1. Chaldean Numerology

    The numerical value of time-and-motion study in Chaldean Numerology is: 7

  2. Pythagorean Numerology

    The numerical value of time-and-motion study in Pythagorean Numerology is: 7


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  • タイム・アンド・モーション・スタディJapanese

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