Target Audience:
- Production Managers
- Supply Chain Professionals
- Manufacturing Engineers
- Operations and Logistics Professionals
- Business Owners & Entrepreneurs
Course Objectives:
By the end of this course, participants will be able to:
- Understand the core concepts of Production Planning & Control (PPC).
- Develop practical skills in planning, scheduling, and monitoring production.
- Learn to use digital tools & software for PPC (Excel, ERP/MRP systems).
- Optimize resource allocation and inventory control.
- Apply lean manufacturing and just-in-time (JIT) principles.
- Enhance decision-making through real-time data analysis.
- Implement PPC strategies to reduce waste and increase efficiency.
Course Outline:
Module 1: Introduction to Production Planning & Control
- Importance of PPC in Manufacturing
- Key Functions of PPC
- Challenges in Production Planning
Module 2: Demand Forecasting & Capacity Planning
- Demand Estimation Methods
- Capacity Planning Techniques
- Forecasting Tools & Case Studies
Module 3: Master Production Scheduling (MPS) & Material Requirements Planning (MRP)
- Developing MPS
- MRP Fundamentals & Calculation
- Software Demonstration (Excel & ERP systems)
Module 4: Inventory Management & Control Strategies
- ABC Analysis, EOQ, JIT & Kanban
- Optimizing Inventory Levels
- Case Study: Reducing Inventory Costs
Module 5: Shop Floor Scheduling & Workflow Optimization
- Gantt Charts & Work Order Scheduling
- Bottleneck Identification & Solutions
- Digital Tools for Scheduling
Module 6: Lean Manufacturing & Waste Reduction
- Lean Principles in PPC
- 5S, Kaizen, and Value Stream Mapping
- Practical Implementation in Small & Large Businesses
Module 7: Performance Monitoring & Key Metrics
- KPIs for PPC (OEE, Cycle Time, Lead Time)
- Real-time Production Monitoring Tools
- Dashboard Creation & Reporting
Module 8: Case Studies & Real-World Applications
- Industry Case Studies
- Best Practices in PPC
- Common Mistakes & How to Avoid Them
Module 9: Digitalization & Industry 4.0 in PPC
- Role of IoT, AI, and Data Analytics
- Smart Factories & Automation
- Future Trends in PPC
Module 10: Final Practical Session & Assessment
- Hands-on Project: Develop a PPC Plan
- Feedback & Review
- Certification Exam
Learning Outcomes:
Upon successful completion of this course, participants will be able to:
✅ Develop and implement an effective Production Planning & Control System.
✅ Utilize Excel, ERP & MRP tools to manage production workflows.
✅ Optimize production efficiency & cost-effectiveness.
✅ Reduce lead time, minimize waste, and improve inventory turnover.
✅ Apply lean manufacturing & JIT principles in real-world scenarios.
✅ Monitor KPIs and performance metrics to enhance decision-making.
Training Methodology:
✅ Live Interactive Online Sessions (Zoom/MS Teams)
✅ Case Studies & Industry Examples
✅ Hands-on Exercises & Assignments
✅ Practical Software Demonstrations (Excel, ERP/MRP)
✅ Group Discussions & Q&A Sessions
✅ Final Project & Certification Exam