Specific numeric standards are not required for inventory and quality criteria; improving trends are needed.
. Performance criteria should be measured in ways that are easily understood by those whose performance is being evaluated.
. Performance data should be collected, where possible, by those whose performance is being evaluated.
. Graphs should be the primary method of reporting performance data.
. Performance data should be available for constant review.
. Schedule performance should be reported daily or weekly.
. A monthly reporting cycle for inventory performance and quality performance is sufficient.
. The reporting system should not replace frequently held performance review meetings.