How do I calculate the minimum run count that repays a one-time template setup?
Value is reclaimed operator time at the entered rate. A zero or negative saving per run never repays setup.
Open Template Break-evenTry the worked example
These are the example inputs from Template Break-even. Replace them in the tool to run your own case.
| Workflow | Manual min | Templated min | EUR/h | Tool EUR/run | Setup EUR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Briefing | 30 | 10 | 30 | 2 | 80 |
| Summary | 10 | 12 | 30 | 1 | 30 |
Example result
1 workflow can repay setup
Who uses this?
Process improvement owner. The free online tool runs the calculation in your browser. To edit the files and use the tools offline in one business, see the €49 offline edition.
Where the idea came from
Calculate the minimum run count that repays a one-time template setup. The reviewed workflow discusses tracking the cost of individual automations and planning for failures. Benchcraft designed this tool’s inputs, decision rule and example for this office task.
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