An Ergonomic Approach for Inventory Planning, Cost Forecasting of Materials Handling Task

Ergonomic Approach

Abstract

This study was conducted to identify the impact of handling materials at work. The main purpose of the study is to improve techniques and safety factors when handling materials.  The factors were considered as Independent variable that were Equipment’s and attributes, design methods, safety, cost forecasting and inventory planning.  While the subject of the study Material Handling Techniques was taken as the dependent variable.

The research design was Exploratory Research. Companies use exploratory research methods to uncover facts and opinions regarding a particular subject.  The population of the study consisted of 90 firms considered as the respondents, out of which 30 responses were taken up for the pilot study, which was helpful in determining the reliability of the questionnaire the study.  The respondents were the firms that indulged in the process of MH.  The tests conducted were reliability analysis, factor analysis, chi-square test, t-test, one-way ANOVA, correlation, and regression.  Correlation analysis was used to determine if there was a relationship between the variables that were taken for the study.  The relationship between MH and the independent variable was then analyzed using multiple regression analysis.  The challenges faced in implementing the product handling technique vary between companies. Benefits of Process The study suggests that improving productivity, reducing time lags, and streamlining safety practices are key variables in handling goods, and that appropriate investment in appropriate technology and comprehensive relocation strategies for new products is needed.