Takt Time
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| Takt Time | A German word for "drum beat", it is a measurement of the consistent flow required for a process to meet the customer's demand. It's calculated as (Total available work time per day/shift) / (Total customer demand per day/shift). When calculating it, use the lowest reasonable level of units for measuring time (this usually means using a numerator value that exceeds the denominator value). |
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