Standard data system
# Standard data system

In work measurement, a standard data system (SDS) is a database of normal time values, usually organized by work elements that can be used to establish time standards for tasks composed of work elements similar to those in the database.

## Steps in using an SDS

* Analyze the new task and divide into work elements.
* Access database to determine normal times for work elements.
* Add element normal times to obtain task normal time.
* Compute standard times.
