MPC
MPC
MPC
McGraw-Hill/Irwin
Definition
A Manufacturing Planning and Control system provides information and support, which enables managers to efficiently direct the flow of material, manage the utilization of people and equipment, and respond to customer requirements by utilizing the capacity of suppliers, internal facilities, and, in some cases, customers. MPC is often a module in an ERP system.
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Agenda
Simplified MPC framework Support activities of an MPC system
Front End
Engine
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Resource planning
Demand management
Front End
Shop-floor systems
Supplier systems
Back End
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Flow
Seconds Minutes Days Weeks Months
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Equipment utilization
Output results
Performance Indicators
Costs associated with different departments, products, labor utilization, and project conditions
Measures of customer satisfaction such as late deliveries, product returns, quantity errors, and quality
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Principles
The framework for the MPC is general, and all 3 phases must be performed, but specific applications must reflect particular firm conditions and objectives. In supply chain environments, the MPC must coordinate the planning and control efforts. MPC systems should support the strategy and tactics pursued by the company. Different Manufacturing processes dictate the need for different MPC designs.
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Principles
The MPC should evolve to meet changing requirements in the market, technology, products, and processes. The MPC should be comprehensive in supporting the management of all manufacturing resources. An effective MPC can contribute to competitive performance by lowering costs and providing greater responsiveness to the market. In firms that have an integrated ERP system and database, the MPC system should integrate with and support crossfunctional planning through the ERP system.
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Quiz Chapter 1
In the MPC process, capacity decisions (equipment, facilities, suppliers, etc.) are most likely to occur in what time horizon? In the MPC process, detailed scheduling decisions are most likely to occur in what time horizon? Master Production Scheduling (MPS) and Resource Planning are a part of which MPC phase? Measurement and Control are a part of which MPC phase? Products that are part of a one-time production process (e.g. bridges or aircraft carriers) would most likely use which form of MPC?
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