Estimating loss of productivity claims: providing proper documentation
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Among the most difficult problems posed by construction claims are the cost analysis and the calculation and proving of damages for loss of productivity. The difficulty lies in the fact that loss calculation is more a matter of judgment than accurate accounting. The main methods used for estimating loss of productivity are the total cost, the modified total cost, the comparison of actual productivity levels and productivity factors. The crucial element lies not in the method that is chosen but rather in the level of documentation.
Publication Name: Journal of Management in Engineering
Subject: Engineering and manufacturing industries
ISSN: 0742-597X
Year: 1996
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Teamwork - the key to productivity
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Teamwork, which pertains to the cooperative effort of a group toward a common objective, is the single most important factor affecting productivity in an organization. It is thus imperative that teamwork is established at every level of the enterprise. However, for a team to be successful and for teamwork to flourish, the essential elements of competent leadership, willingness on the part of the followers and discipline must be present.
Publication Name: Journal of Management in Engineering
Subject: Engineering and manufacturing industries
ISSN: 0742-597X
Year: 1998
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Proper placement of people: increasing productivity, ensuring quality
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Employers can raise their employees' level of satisfaction by placing them in jobs suitable to their personality and qualifications. To do this, they must consider a job applicant's personal characteristics. Piper Electric Inc. of Milwaukee, WI, has boosted job satisfaction to 80% by measuring motivational factors and behavioral factors such as dominance and compliance as well as matching personality types to job factors.
Publication Name: Journal of Management in Engineering
Subject: Engineering and manufacturing industries
ISSN: 0742-597X
Year: 1997
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