... to the arena of industry. In particular, Taylor proposed to measure what workmen actually did, according to times taken, and to develop on that basis the 'one best way of working' (1911). By means of quantitative methods, Taylor managed to improve accuracy and successfully contributed to determining measurement of employee output. The theory of scientific management was established through the use of time and motion studies conducted at the Midvale Steel Works, where Taylor was an employee. He aimed to record the fastest possible times of completing jobs and sought the most efficient methods. In order to carry out the study effectively Taylor employed two principles; firstly, in timing any job, he would break it down into its smallest component parts; and secondly, he would seek the quickest time in which the job could be done consistently. He introduced a split between planning and execution, in other words, divided the ...

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