Manufacturing Inventory Management
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Scheduling / capacity planning software is an important part of manufacturing / ERP software solutions. Scheduling / capacity planning software provides an understanding of how, in the context of orders in process, the demand for capacity compares with actual capacity. This information then allows manufacturers to schedule resources so that customer demand and deadlines are met.

Scheduling / capacity planning software has many useful features designed to reduce manufacturing delays and backlogs and prevent material shortages. It helps the scheduling department allocate resources as needed, accounting for factors such as delivery dates, production rates and equipment needs. Scheduling / capacity planning software is also an excellent communication tool between the manufacturing floor and the production planning department.

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