Time-Motion Studies

The only reason for time is so that everything doesn't happen at once.

Albert Einstein, American physicist and Nobel laureate (1879-1955)

Time and motion study: the systematic investigation and analysis of the motions and the time required to perform a specific operation or task with a view to seeking more efficient methods of production as well as setting time standards. (Dictionary.com) John's suspicions appear confirmed: Cat is conducting a series of time-motion studies. This evening, in the desk chair before the computer, she contemplates the results of her research.

And she's not amused to have lesser beings interrupt her ruminations!