This comprehensive hands-on course covers the theory, practice, implementation, and common errors regarding Master Planning and Production Scheduling. It will be valuable to users of AX 2009, AX2012 and D365.
Together we’ll dive into the Master Planning Module, where you’ll learn how to make the correct decisions regarding the set up and use of different planning functionality, and understand how to apply them to your business processes. You’ll walk away with the ability to better plan purchase, production and transfer orders more reliably, optimize your production flow and provide on-time delivery to your customers.
We’ll review in detail:
•Master Planning theory
•Setup best practices and typical mistakes made
•Integration of item coverage settings in the planning processing
•The importance of BOM and inventory accuracy
•Use of effective lead times
•Compare and contrast AX2012 and D365 Master Planning modules
•As time permits, production execution best practices, and production scheduling and capacity planning
Any questions regarding these areas will be encouraged.
Learning Objectives
Following completion of this course you will be able to:
•Describe the theory and drivers behind Master Planning.
•Compare the options, effects, issues, and solutions regarding setup of Master Planning and Production Scheduling in AX.
•Define the differences and similarities between planning in AX2012 and Dynamics 365.
Audience: Manufacturing, Planning
Preparation: Please bring your own internet capable Windows PC to class for the hands on lab portion/class exercises.