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A Standard is an established criterion that an actual result can be measured against.
Standardized Work is a "best practice" set of work procedures or instructions that develop the best and most consistent methods and sequences of work for each job or process. Standardized work helps form the baseline for continuous improvement.
To be effective, processes must be standardized and controlled. Standardized work eliminates operator inconsistency or variability from the process, improving process control. Simply stated the process or job should be performed the same way every time by every worker.
Industrial or Manufacturing Engineers break down each task/operation into small pieces, making certain that each worker is given all the tools and equipment to perform the operation or job in a timely and efficient manner ensuring the highest quality.
Standardized work uses documented standard work practices, featuring details of the right methods, parts and tools for every procedure using pictures or drawings. Sometimes these work practices are supplemented with videos or computer-based programs, which enable workers to thoroughly study the details of the procedure.
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