Published On - March 21, 2022
Helmsmen and Schedulers
I was recently with a customer, reviewing processes and methodologies. As I spoke with the planner / scheduler, it was clear to me that this individual had a very good […]...
Published On - January 24, 2022
What is Schedule Optimization?
According to Merriam Webster dictionary online, to optimize is “to make as perfect, effective, or functional as possible”. To Optimize the production schedule is to determine how to sequence the […]...
Published On - January 7, 2022
Understanding Scheduling Decisions at a Glance
Have you ever thought about the complexity of your business, especially when it comes to sequencing processes in the most efficient manner possible? The ramifications of one sequencing decisions can […]...
Published On - December 31, 2021
Advanced Planning and Scheduling, Is it Right for You?
If you are considering investing in an Advanced Planning and Scheduling system (APS), you are on the road of improvement in operational efficiency, enhanced communication, and improved customer service. APS […]...
Published On - December 13, 2021
80/20 Rule of Thumb – 80% Automatic Scheduling, 20% Managing Exceptions
In every scheduling scenario the scheduler encounters, there are multiple decision points that must be made in order to meet and achieve company objectives. Understanding the potential outcome of these […]...
Published On - December 8, 2021
Production Scheduling: Art or Science?
Does production scheduling require scientific and creative decision-making skills? From the outside looking in, it may appear that production scheduling is more art that science. Ask an experienced scheduler a […]...
Published On - December 6, 2021
The Domino Effect and “What If” Scenarios
Jeremy Wiegman Do you ever find yourself wondering what the ramifications are of seemingly small and simple changes to the production schedule? Any change that is made has repercussions or […]...
Published On - December 1, 2021
Differences between Production Planning and Scheduling
While the Planning and Scheduling are two activities that are commonly referred to as the same task, there is an important distinction between them. It is important to define this […]...
Published On - November 30, 2021
Planning and Scheduling Operational Excellence
Chris Koyianis Lean Manufacturing, Total Quality Management, Kaizen, 5s or 6s, Toyota Production System, Six Sigma . . . These are methodologies for improving manufacturing processes. Have you thought about […]...
Published On - November 5, 2021
APS Scheduling Systems Compliment Lean Manufacturing Principles.
Jeremy Wiegman It was recently brought to my attention how interconnected lean manufacturing principles are with planning and scheduling. In the ideal world of lean manufacturing, one piece flow would […]...