Tips and tricks
I would like to take this opportunity to recommend some real-world tips and tricks when working with planning optimization. These are from my own experience:
Start small and evolve your parameterization.
This is a key tip when working with this module. Start simple: define one coverage group, and then iterate and increment your parameters, for example, by adding another coverage code with a different type, or adding freezing times and working with more complex scenarios. This will help you understand what the MRP engine is calculating and how it is doing it. By doing this, you can compare expected results with real results.
- Don’t forget about dates.
It is essential to plan quantities first and understand how many units the MRP is ordering to supply, but it is vital to have them on the proper dates. Make sure that lead times are correct and in place when working with master planning. Don’t forget to add handling times as safety margins.
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