Work study is a technique used to improve productivity by analyzing work methods. It involves two components: method study, which systematically records and analyzes existing and proposed work methods to develop more efficient approaches, and work measurement, which establishes standard times for specific tasks. The goal of work study is to increase output without significantly increasing resources by eliminating unnecessary actions and establishing performance benchmarks. The basic process involves selecting a job for study, observing and documenting current methods, analyzing inefficiencies, developing improved methods, measuring time standards, and implementing and controlling the new standards.