SCM 372 Lecture Notes - Lecture 6: Learning Curve
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Suppose you start a data input business. You time yourself on the first data input, then the second, and so on. Note that only 90 of 100 minutes are used in the second repetition. This is an example of a 90% learning curve. X% learning curve for each doubling of repetitions, there is a (1- x)% reduction in time required per task. A 90% learning curve (or 90% unit improvement factor) means that each time you double the number of times you completed the task, the time required per task is reduced by 10% Text pg 133,14th ed. (or pg 94, 13th ed. ) has unit improvement factor tables. All learning curves have this downward sloping curve. Unit i i s e t u n. Do one or very few jobs at a time. Provide quick and easy access for help. Allow workers to help redesign their tasks.
