Headcount Reduction in a Microbiology Laboratory

Abstract

A headcount reduction of 20% in the Microbiology Laboratory of a manufacturing company is required. A time study was performed to determine the quantity of time each Microbiology Analyst requires to perform different tasks. The results obtained shows that 456.2hours per month are required. This data was use to perform the capacity analysis which conclude that three analysts are required in the Laboratory. This result was compared with the present number of five analysts. A reduction of 40% was achieved during this project, which represents a positive accomplishment of the project goal. Key Terms ⎯ Headcount, Headcount analysis, Reduction, Time Study.