Source: https://www.quantsurv.com/library/tools/measured-mile-comparison Content format: Markdown version of the public page. Content reviewed: 2026-10-14 # Measured mile comparison Compare labour productivity in comparable unaffected and affected work, with the selection and adjustment basis visible. by [Jack Butler-Kettle]() · About 2 min readShare ## How to use it Choose genuinely comparable work and record differences in scope, team, location and conditions. Validate the comparison before attributing any difference to an event. ### Measured mile comparison Choose genuinely comparable work and record differences in scope, team, location and conditions. Validate the comparison before attributing any difference to an event. [Download blank Excel workbook]() Free blank template for your own project. The completed example is shown below. No email address required. View the completed example Completed fictional example Westhaven refurbishment · 14 October 2026 · Version 1.0 #### Measured mile comparison Scroll across if needed to read the whole record. A dash means no value has been entered. Measured mile comparison: completed fictional example | Work sample | Output (m²) | Actual hours | Hours per m² | Baseline hours per m² | Expected hours | Excess hours | Evidence / comparability | | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | | Unaffected Level 1 | 200 | 100 | 0.5 | 0.5 | 100 | 0 | Same partition type and team; D-01 to D-05 | | Affected Level 2 | 160 | 120 | 0.75 | 0.5 | 80 | 40 | Same specification; access interruptions D-10 to D-14 | The example shows 40 excess hours against the selected baseline. It does not prove that all 40 hours were caused by a compensable event. Explain adjustments and other causes. ## Understanding your results The example shows 40 excess hours against the selected baseline. It does not prove that all 40 hours were caused by a compensable event. Explain adjustments and other causes. ## How it works The workbook provides blank working records. Grey cells calculate from the entered inputs; yellow cells are for your information. The completed example stays on this page. Read the [related guidance]() for the context and checks behind this template. If you need help preparing or reviewing the project records, our [quantity surveying services]() explain the tasks available under a separate appointment. Agree the deliverable, responsibilities and required specialist input before work starts. [Browse the Library]()