Identifying Time-Consuming, Human-Modelling Tool Activities

摘要

The aim of this study was to identify and measure time-consuming, human-modelling tool activities. Five human-modelling tool users at Volvo were observed for five days each. The results showed a wide distribution of both indirect and direct working tasks, as well as non-value-added tasks such as waiting time. Most of the activities identified appear to be necessary to perform human-modelling simulations of high quality. However, the time distribution could be questioned to some extent. There are many activities associated with communication, including a variety of contacts and meetings, where there appears to be potential to increase efficiency.