Fundamentals of Planning

This course sets the stage for all production and inventory management planning activities by introducing participants to the principles of demand management and forecasting as an input to the planning process. Different types and levels of planning relevant to materials management are examined, from long-range strategic planning to shorter-term production plans and master production schedules.

 

Session 1

Planning Foundations

Session 6

Controlling the Sales and Operations Plan

Session 2

Planning Foundations

Session 7

Understanding the Concepts of Master Scheduling

Session 3

Long Range Planning

Session 8

Understanding the Concepts of Master Scheduling

Session 4

Forecasting

Session 9

Understanding the Concepts of Master Scheduling

Session 5

Sales and Operations Planning