By the end of this programme, participants will have the knowledge of:
- MRP (Material Requirement Planning), its classes, methodology, implementation, and utility.
- Forecasting- Qualitative as well as Quantitative
- Production planning and control techniques of various industries
- Japanese techniques such as kanban, mizosomashi etc.
- Management skills to survive plant politics.
- Vital techniques such as EOQ, Break-even analysis, order size calculation, lot sizing etc.
- Improved production planning techniques.
DAY 1
Introduction to Production Systems
- Understanding production and its role in business success.
- Overview of production systems and their types.
- Types and selection of manufacturing processes based on business needs.
DAY 2
Production Planning and Control (PPC) Procedure
- Key elements of PPC: Planning, control, and their integration.
- Requirements for an effective PPC system and its organizational benefits.
- Steps and strategies for implementing efficient production planning and control.
DAY 3
Forecasting and Material Requirement Planning (MRP)
- Introduction to forecasting methods: Qualitative and quantitative approaches.
- Techniques to estimate production stages and minimize forecasting errors.
- Material Requirement Planning (MRP):
- Understanding MRP fundamentals, including demand, BOM, and product structure.
- Exploring MPS, IRF, EOQ, JIT, and Kanban systems.
- Benefits and applications of MRP in modern production.
DAY 4
Vital Techniques in Production Management
- Break-even analysis for decision-making.
- Techniques for assembly line balancing to optimize workflow.
- Inventory management: Types, control systems, and capacity planning.
DAY 5
Quality Control and Continuous Improvement
- Principles of quality control and their application in production.
- Integration of quality management with inventory and production systems.
- Establishing a culture of continuous improvement to sustain production efficiency.
