Pro-SMV a Tool to Establish Standard Time (SAM) for Apparel Products

"There can be no management without measurement”. Your success depends on your ability to produce…

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Pros and Cons of Setting up Garment SAM Higher than Standard Time

In the previous post, we have discussed estimating garment SAM [1] based on IE’s experience.…

Secret Formula for Making Operation Bulletin for Beginners

Making an Operation Bulletin (OB) is not a big deal. If you understand sewing machines…

Duties and Responsibilities of Industrial Engineering Department

This post is written by Madhaiyan C, a long time OCS reader. He is an…

Are You Using Software for Determining Garment SAM? (Survey)

This is a quick survey to understand what percentage of garment factories are using PMTS software…

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How to Use Performance Rating Calculating Basic Time?

In the article ‘Calculation of SAM using Time Study’ I have used operator performance rating…

Application of IE Concepts in Finishing Section in Garment Factories

Question:  I am working as Asst. Officer (IE) at ABC Fashion Ltd. I just want…

Difference Between Basic Time and Standard Time

Basic Time and Standard Time are used by Work-study officers and Industrial Engineers for work…

Determining Garment Piece Rate Based on Standard Time – An Introduction

On the other day, I met one Head of Operations in a garment factory. On…

What is Standard Hours Earned (SAH) in Garment Manufacturing?

Standard Hours Earned term is not much known in garment factories. Here, Work-Study officers or…