Role of standard time data developer As a member of a team, or individually, the standard time data developer participates in the development of standard time data for plant operations. His duties may also include updating existing standards to reflect current operating conditions. The individual involved in this type of work investigates projects to determine scope, product applica tion, assembly methods, type and specifications of tooling involved, and the variables within each area that affect time. The developer determines the method for data collec- tion, and performs time studies of plant operations at his division, or other divisions within the company The devel- only the specific work elements covered by the study. This rarely requires the time study of the complete operation. The developer summarizes the data and puts it into a form for analysis, recording all variables and condi tions that affect time.