A rationalization proposal (RP) is recognized as such if:
What should be the significance of novelty?
It is often difficult to separate the RP from the invention, since both of them are homogeneous in nature and can have significant scales. For example, rationalization, affecting the manufacture of manual watches in the millionth volume, will bring greater profit and savings than creating one unique device that helps to assemble the same watch manually. Novelty can be considered significant if it:
matters at the level of world equipment;
solves the task posed by production;
introduces important new elements into an existing solution.
It is noteworthy that the rationalization proposal can be confirmed, even if it was previously known, but not applied in a particular production. These subtleties can be understood by the example of sewing production. Suppose employees in a clothing workshop in the summer suffer from heat, amplified by the heating of electric lamps. There was a need to lower the temperature. For this, the innovator proposed replacing the electric lamps in the lampshades with “housekeepers” (daylight). The issue of temperature reduction has been resolved.
On the one hand, both types of light source are already familiar to the world. Nevertheless, this is a rationalization proposal, since in this production such lamps were not yet installed in lampshades.
Types of offers:
rationalization (new only for a specific industry enterprise);
industry (has significance in the whole industry);
intersectoral (affects several different areas).
RP groups
Innovations in production technology - technical proposals. This may be the improvement of devices, assemblies, machines, apparatuses, tools, etc. Changes related to the product itself (other style, color, size, etc.) also belong here. A rationalization proposal may affect production technology (improving brightness, strength, etc.), safety procedures, etc.
Offers organizational and production. They do not change production technology, but can improve productivity. This may include saving energy, materials, reducing equipment costs, etc.
How to draw up a rationalization proposal?
Before embarking on the legitimization of the idea, give it a "presentation". Clearly determine what benefits will come from your proposal, by whom, when and how the idea will be used. Check out previous similar solutions. How is your decision better? Performance, efficiency, safety, comfort and other characteristics should be translated into the language of numbers. To do this, first conduct an economic analysis. All considerations are recorded in a table for a clearer perception by people who will consider your rationalization proposal. All diagrams, graphs and verbal descriptions should not occupy more than two pages. Express only the essence.
What does an example of a rationalization proposal look like? The application is compiled on standard sheets A4. At the top left, we indicate the addressee (usually the head of the enterprise), on the right, a “heading” is drawn: an interdepartmental type form with the number P1 and a code according to the classifier of documentation (management). In the same place, but a little lower, we write: “Registered, No.”. We leave a place for the date. Even lower in width of the sheet is a table showing the authors of the rationalization proposal. In the first column - number (personnel), in the second - full name, in the third indicate the place of work (residence), then - position, education, date of birth. Even lower (center): “Application for a rationalization proposal.” Further: “We ask (if from one person, then in the singular) to consider the submitted proposal, indicated under No. (the number is written), recognize the introduction as rationalization and accept it for use. The next line (below, also in the center): "Description of the proposal." Next, the prepared text with calculations and tables is inserted. At the end we add: “Distribution of remuneration”. Below, under this phrase: “This proposal has never been considered anywhere (not submitted anywhere). I confirm the following: I really have the rights to this proposal, since I am its author. ” If the innovation is classified as secret, the proposal is recognized as secret, and the author agrees to comply with the rules of secrecy, as indicated in the statement. Next, after the mark “Attached” is a list of graphic materials, calculations, justifications. At the very end, they must indicate “Total sheets ...”, the author’s signature and date. The next sheet is given to the section “Conclusions on the rational proposal”. It is obligatory to have at least two reviews (for example, from the workshop and from the chief mechanic), which are certified by signatures (with the date of recall and the position indicated). If the proposal concerns the field of labor protection, we need one more recommendation from a specialist in this field.