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Workshop Efficiency Mythys: Why Weight Jobs Don't Equal Faster Work
Episode 2410th April 2025 • The Friction-less Workshop • Andrew Uglow
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In this episode we address the common misconception that weight jobs lead to faster work. The discussion covers why hovering doesn't expedite repairs, the impacts of context shifting on diagnostic tasks, and effective strategies for managing customer expectations. Andrew shares practical insights and anecdotes, including an innovative solution from Brazilian restaurants to reduce workshop interruptions. The episode also revisits key points from previous myths, emphasising the importance of setting accurate customer expectations and improving workshop efficiency.



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