Executive Summary The question of when to use Lean versus MRP is what sets part of the planning strategy. We cover when to use reorder points versus MRP planning. Video Introduction: When to Use Lean or Reorder Point Planning Versus MRP Text Introduction (Skip if You Watched the Video) The question of when to use…
Executive Summary The question of when to use reorder point planning relates to several important factors. We cover when to use reorder points versus forecast based planning. Video Introduction: When to Use Reorder Point Planning Text Introduction (Skip if You Watched the Video) When determining when to use reorder point planning, it is critical to…
Executive Summary Many people want to know how to implement Lean supply chain approaches. We cover important background on Lean. Video Introduction: How to Implement Lean Supply Chain Text Introduction (Skip if You Watched the Video) When people try to find out how to implement Lean supply chain, the first thing they run into is…
Executive Summary A lean supply chain is often proposed to improve outcomes, but what is it actually? We provide our definition of Lean supply chain. Introduction There is an enormous amount of false information provided about what is Lean supply chain definition. See our references for this article and related articles at this link. The…
Executive Summary The question of how does reorder point work in SAP is important to using it properly. We cover how does reorder point work in SAP in both ERP and APO. Introduction Reorder points have a poor reputation. Many people that critique them do so on the basis that they do not “look forward.”…
Executive Summary Reorder points are one of the oldest methods of supply planning. We cover the definition of reorder point as well as their origin. Video Introduction: The Definition of Reorder Point Text Introduction (Skip if You Watched the Video) The definition of a reorder point is necessary to understand a major method of supply…
Executive Summary Reorder points have a poor reputation, and they are underused, but they are appropriate under certain circumstances. It is critical to understand how to reorder point contrasts with MRP or a non-forecast based planning versus forecast-based planning. Introduction MRP is a forecast-based planning method. Reorder points are a non-forecast or consumption-based planning method….
Executive Summary This is an introduction to reorder points and how to use the reorder level vs. the reorder quantity. The Brightwork ROP calculator sets a dynamic reorder point. Introduction Reorder points have essential details concerning their implementation in systems. A reorder point or reorder point planning has a great deal of flexibility in its application….
Executive Summary Reorder points are important planning methods that are generally underutilized. This article covers how to use reorder points in both SAP ERP and APO. What Are Reorder Points? A reorder point or re-order level is merely a quantity of stock at which a reorder or order is created. In reorder point or re-order…
Executive Summary The minimum lot size and the rounding value are two essential parameters in SNP. Both the rounding value and lot size are forms of order batching. Order batching allows for order quantities to be purchased or produced that is economically viable for the company. Video Introduction: Rounding Value and Lot Sizes Text Introduction…