| 释义 |
step change
step change n a significant change, esp an improvement step change
step change[′step ‚chānj] (electronics) The change of a variable from one value to another in a single process, taking a negligible amount of time. step change
step change a method for creating a change in an organization's ways of working that is neither gradual nor incremental. The described methodology seeks a jump in PRODUCTIVITY, usually using enabling technology and knowledge. The introduction of FLOW LINE production by Ford could be considered a step change from the previous batch method of working, as could the introduction of CAD, CAM into what was previously a craft machine shop. See LEAN MANUFACTURING. |