Moving Assembly Line: Ford implemented the moving assembly line in 1913, which significantly reduced the time required to assemble a car. For example, the time to assemble a chassis dropped from 12 hours and 28 minutes to just 1 hour and 33 minutes.
Standardization of Parts: Ford standardized parts across all vehicles, ensuring interchangeability and simplifying production and repairs
Division of Labor: He broke down complex tasks into smaller, specialized operations, allowing unskilled workers to perform specific tasks efficiently. Ford had almost 8,000 different types of job.
Man-High Work: Ford designed workstations to be at waist height, reducing unnecessary movements and improving worker comfort and productivity.
Focus on Cost Reduction: Ford continuously sought ways to reduce costs, such as using vanadium steel for strength and lightness, and experimenting with substitute materials to avoid shortages
High Wages for Workers: Ford introduced a $5-a-day wage in 1914, which was double the average pay at the time. This not only improved worker satisfaction but also reduced turnover and increased productivity.
Mass Production: By combining these innovations, Ford made mass production of automobiles possible, drastically lowering costs and making cars affordable for the average person.
Deeply Driven Podcast - Henry Ford
