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ASSIGNMENT 3: PORTFOLIO
UNIQUE CODE:
Detailed Solutions, References & Explanations
DUE DATE: 10 Oct 2025
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QUESTION 1: Method Study and Work Measurement (6 Marks)
1.1 Knowledge Gained from Studying the Two Techniques
From studying work study, I learned that it is a scientific approach used to improve how work is
performed and to measure how efficiently that work is done. It has two main parts — method
study and work measurement — which together aim to increase productivity, reduce waste,
and improve the use of people, machines, and materials in an organisation (UNISA, 2015).
Method study focuses on how work is carried out. It examines each step in a process to remove
unnecessary movements, simplify operations, and create a smoother workflow. This technique
aims to develop a safe, effective, and standardised method that saves time and effort.
Once the best working method has been established, work measurement is applied to find out
how long it should take a trained worker to complete a job using that method. It involves
timing, analysing, and setting realistic work standards that can be used for planning, scheduling,
and performance evaluation.
When both techniques are correctly applied, they reduce inefficiency, improve morale, and
ensure that production systems operate at their full potential. Method study improves the way
work is done, while work measurement ensures the time used is fair and efficient — together
leading to sustained organisational productivity (UNISA, 2015).
My Own Definition of Method Study
Method study is the organised process of observing, questioning, and improving how a task is
performed in order to design a simpler, safer, and more effective way of working that saves
time and effort while maintaining quality.
Disclaimer
Extreme care has been used to create this document, however the contents are provided “as is”
without any representations or warranties, express or implied. The author assumes no liability as
a result of reliance and use of the contents of this document. This document is to be used for
comparison, research and reference purposes ONLY. No part of this document may be
reproduced, resold or transmitted in any form or by any means.
assignmen
ASSIGNMENT 3: PORTFOLIO
UNIQUE CODE:
Detailed Solutions, References & Explanations
DUE DATE: 10 Oct 2025
Terms of use
By making use of this document you agree to:
Use this document as a guide for learning,
comparison and reference purpose,
Not to duplicate, reproduce and/or misrepresent the
contents of this document as your own work,
Fully accept the consequences should you plagiarise
or misuse this document.
Disclaimer
Extreme care has been used to create this
document, however the contents are provided “as
is” without any representations or warranties,
express or implied. The author assumes no
liability as a result of reliance and use of the
contents of this document. This document is to
be used for comparison, research and reference
purposes ONLY. No part of this document may be
reproduced, resold or transmitted in any form or
by any means.
, 0688120934
PREVIEW
QUESTION 1: Method Study and Work Measurement (6 Marks)
1.1 Knowledge Gained from Studying the Two Techniques
From studying work study, I learned that it is a scientific approach used to improve how work is
performed and to measure how efficiently that work is done. It has two main parts — method
study and work measurement — which together aim to increase productivity, reduce waste,
and improve the use of people, machines, and materials in an organisation (UNISA, 2015).
Method study focuses on how work is carried out. It examines each step in a process to remove
unnecessary movements, simplify operations, and create a smoother workflow. This technique
aims to develop a safe, effective, and standardised method that saves time and effort.
Once the best working method has been established, work measurement is applied to find out
how long it should take a trained worker to complete a job using that method. It involves
timing, analysing, and setting realistic work standards that can be used for planning, scheduling,
and performance evaluation.
When both techniques are correctly applied, they reduce inefficiency, improve morale, and
ensure that production systems operate at their full potential. Method study improves the way
work is done, while work measurement ensures the time used is fair and efficient — together
leading to sustained organisational productivity (UNISA, 2015).
My Own Definition of Method Study
Method study is the organised process of observing, questioning, and improving how a task is
performed in order to design a simpler, safer, and more effective way of working that saves
time and effort while maintaining quality.
Disclaimer
Extreme care has been used to create this document, however the contents are provided “as is”
without any representations or warranties, express or implied. The author assumes no liability as
a result of reliance and use of the contents of this document. This document is to be used for
comparison, research and reference purposes ONLY. No part of this document may be
reproduced, resold or transmitted in any form or by any means.
