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MRP: PURPOSE Determine : What How much When Start production Procure from suppliers 9 MRP
OBJECTIVES Ensure consistency and synchronization between: -Planned and decided supplies -And forecast requirements Define production and purchase orders: -In quantity -In start and end dates Over a defined horizon Manage the adequacy of resources with planned and decided productions Maintaining valid priorities 10 MRP
DEPENDENT AND INDEPENDENT REQUIREMENTS Independent
Dependent
DEPENDENT AND INDEPENDENT REQUIREMENTS ______
Dependent
Study Notes
Material Requirements Planning (MRP)
- In the 1960s, the MRP method was first introduced, with the initial version known as Material Requirement Planning (MRP I).
- MRP I corresponds to the planning of component requirements based on independent and dependent requirements.
- Independent requirements depend on external demand and typically refer to finished products.
- Dependent requirements depend on internal demand and refer to components.
Evolution of MRP
- In the 1970s, the method evolved into Manufacturing Resources Planning (MRP II).
- MRP II calculates requirements and aims to balance load and capacity.
- The objectives of MRP II include:
- Producing what is planned, on time
- Meeting deadlines
- Reducing production costs
Test your knowledge of Material Requirements Planning (MRP) method with this quiz. Explore the history, implementation, and significance of MRP in industrial companies.
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