Production Planning and Control
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- Production Planning and Control (PPC) is essential for manufacturing and service organizations aiming to optimize resource utilization, meet customer demands, and maintain efficient operations. This course provides participants with the knowledge and tools to effectively plan, schedule, and control production processes, ensuring timely delivery and quality assurance.
Objectives
By the end of this course, participants will:
- Understand the principles and objectives of production planning and control.
- Develop skills in demand forecasting and capacity planning.
- Learn techniques for scheduling and workflow management.
- Explore inventory management strategies to balance supply and demand.
- Gain insights into quality control and continuous improvement methodologies.
Who Should Attend?
This course is ideal for:
- Production Managers and Supervisors
- Operations Managers
- Supply Chain and Logistics Professionals
- Quality Assurance Personnel
- Industrial Engineers
- Individuals involved in production planning and scheduling
Course Outline
Day 1: Introduction to Production Planning and Control
- Objectives and Functions of PPC
- Relationship between PPC and Other Business Functions
- Key Performance Indicators in Production Management
Day 2: Demand Forecasting and Capacity Planning
- Techniques for Accurate Demand Forecasting
- Capacity Planning Strategies
- Balancing Demand and Production Capacity
Day 3: Scheduling and Workflow Management
- Master Production Scheduling (MPS)
- Detailed Scheduling Techniques
- Workflow Optimization and Bottleneck Management
Day 4: Inventory Management Strategies
- Inventory Control Systems (e.g., JIT, EOQ)
- Safety Stock and Reorder Point Calculations
- Managing Work-in-Progress and Finished Goods Inventory
Day 5: Quality Control and Continuous Improvement
- Quality Assurance Methods and Standards
- Implementing Continuous Improvement (e.g., Lean, Six Sigma)
- Case Studies on Successful Production Optimization