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Bedaux Scale (60/80) vs. ILO Centesimal (100/133): Why Industry 4.0 Demands Abandoning the Bedaux System

Industrial Engineering

Bedaux Scale (60/80) vs. ILO Centesimal (100/133): Why Industry 4.0 Demands Abandoning the Bedaux System

Executive Summary for Management: Is your plant still measuring in 'Bedaux Points' while trying to integrate an MES or SAP system? We analyze the technical dichotomy between the 60/80 tradition and the Centesimal international standard.

Jan 2, 2026 Read more →
Normal Time vs. Standard Time: Mathematical Analysis and the Hidden Error in Your Industrial Costs (2025 Guide)

Industrial Engineering

Normal Time vs. Standard Time: Mathematical Analysis and the Hidden Error in Your Industrial Costs (2025 Guide)

Analysis of precision in Methods Engineering and the impact of measurement errors on industrial SMEs. Learn the difference between Normal and Standard time.

Jan 2, 2026 Read more →
Introduction to MTM-1: The Gold Standard in Predetermined Times and Methods Engineering

Industrial Engineering

Introduction to MTM-1: The Gold Standard in Predetermined Times and Methods Engineering

Why is the stopwatch obsolete? Discover MTM-1 (Methods-Time Measurement), the system that measures process time before it even exists.

Jan 2, 2026 Read more →
OEE Calculation in Production Lines: Why Your Performance Factor is Fake Without Methods Engineering (ISO 22400 Analysis)

Industrial Engineering

OEE Calculation in Production Lines: Why Your Performance Factor is Fake Without Methods Engineering (ISO 22400 Analysis)

Is your OEE really 85%, or is your Standard Time inflated? We analyze the 'Performance' component of OEE and why you need accurate standard times.

Jan 2, 2026 Read more →
Line Balancing Techniques for Assembly: From Static Timing to >85% OEE Efficiency with MTM

Industrial Engineering

Line Balancing Techniques for Assembly: From Static Timing to >85% OEE Efficiency with MTM

In today's industrial landscape, line balancing based on simple arithmetic averages is the root cause of OEE stagnating below 70%. Discover how MTM and MOST can achieve >85% efficiency.

Jan 1, 2026 Read more →
Industrial Timekeeping 4.0: How to Use CronometrasApp to Ensure Statistical Precision and Regulatory Compliance (ISO/ILO)

Industrial Time Study

Industrial Timekeeping 4.0: How to Use CronometrasApp to Ensure Statistical Precision and Regulatory Compliance (ISO/ILO)

Process engineering is at a critical turning point. With the imminent transition towards stricter regulatory frameworks in 2025 and the digitization of the floor, the use of analog stopwatches is becoming a technical liability. Discover how CronometrasApp ensures accuracy and compliance.

Dec 31, 2025 Read more →
Work Allowance Calculation: What They Are and How They Affect Standard Time

Technical

Work Allowance Calculation: What They Are and How They Affect Standard Time

Learn how to correctly calculate work allowances and their impact on standard time

Apr 25, 2025 Read more →
Step-by-Step Guide: How to Conduct an Effective Time and Motion Study

Methodology

Step-by-Step Guide: How to Conduct an Effective Time and Motion Study

Learn how to conduct a complete and effective time and motion study with this detailed guide covering everything from planning to implementation.

Apr 15, 2025 Read more →
Calculating the Optimal Number of Machines for an Operator

Work Study

Calculating the Optimal Number of Machines for an Operator

In work processes, it is common for an operator to attend to one or more machines. Learn how to calculate the optimal number of machines to maximize productivity.

Apr 12, 2025 Read more →
Man-Machine Work, How to Calculate and Minimize Interferences: Practical Guide and Effective Methods

Work Study

Man-Machine Work, How to Calculate and Minimize Interferences: Practical Guide and Effective Methods

Modern industry is characterized by the use of machines in production processes. Learn how to calculate and minimize man-machine interferences to optimize productivity.

Apr 12, 2025 Read more →
The Vital Importance of Standard Time Calculation for Productivity and Profitability

Technical

The Vital Importance of Standard Time Calculation for Productivity and Profitability

Discover how standard time drives operational productivity and strengthens financial profitability in industry

Apr 8, 2025 Read more →
Introduction to MTM and MOST: Optimizing Processes with Advanced Methodologies

Industrial Engineering

Introduction to MTM and MOST: Optimizing Processes with Advanced Methodologies

Discover how MTM and MOST predetermined time systems allow analyzing, designing, and optimizing industrial processes with unprecedented detail and objectivity.

Jun 5, 2024 Read more →
7 Common Mistakes When Conducting Industrial Time Studies (and How to Avoid Them with Software)

Industrial Time Study

7 Common Mistakes When Conducting Industrial Time Studies (and How to Avoid Them with Software)

Discover the most frequent errors in time studies, their consequences, and how to prevent them using specialized software to ensure accurate and reliable results.

May 30, 2024 Read more →
The Vital Importance of Standard Time Calculation for Productivity and Profitability

Industrial Management

The Vital Importance of Standard Time Calculation for Productivity and Profitability

Discover how standard time drives operational productivity and strengthens financial profitability in modern industry. A strategic guide for professionals.

May 25, 2024 Read more →
The 5 Most Used Work Measurement Methods in Modern Industry

Industrial Engineering

The 5 Most Used Work Measurement Methods in Modern Industry

Discover the main work measurement methods: time study, work sampling, PMTS, standard data, and estimation. Learn when and how to apply each technique to optimize your industrial processes.

May 20, 2024 Read more →
Observed Time vs. Standard Time: Understanding the Key Differences

Concepts and Fundamentals

Observed Time vs. Standard Time: Understanding the Key Differences

Discover the fundamental differences between observed time and standard time, and why this distinction is crucial for efficient industrial operations management.

May 15, 2024 Read more →
Optimize Business Productivity with Time Control and Industrial Time Study

Efficiency and Productivity

Optimize Business Productivity with Time Control and Industrial Time Study

In today's dynamic business world, productivity is a crucial factor for success. The optimization of production processes and efficient time management...

Apr 26, 2024 Read more →
Ergonomics: From Pain to Productivity

Work Study

Ergonomics: From Pain to Productivity

Imagine an operator on an assembly line. They repeat the same movement hundreds of times a day, feeling tension building up in their muscles and joints.

Apr 25, 2024 Read more →
Work Sampling: A Statistical Tool for Efficient Management

Work Study

Work Sampling: A Statistical Tool for Efficient Management

In today's business world, efficiency and productivity are essential for success. Work sampling is a statistical technique that allows for process optimization and improved management.

Apr 21, 2024 Read more →
Rest at Work: A Comprehensive Approach

Concepts and Fundamentals

Rest at Work: A Comprehensive Approach

Introduction In today's work environment, characterized by high demands and accelerated rhythms, the proper management of rest periods has become a crucial aspect...

Mar 26, 2024 Read more →
Optimization of Production Systems: Key to Industrial Efficiency

Industrial Process Optimization

Optimization of Production Systems: Key to Industrial Efficiency

Production systems, pillars of modern industry, are sets of resources organized to produce goods and services. Discover how to optimize them to achieve efficiency and competitiveness.

Mar 24, 2024 Read more →