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What defines the MustGoDays in the given context?
What defines the MustGoDays in the given context?
- The duration needed for additional loading after LookAheadDays
- A fixed period of 7 days for all orders
- The sum of ORDERLEADTIME and ORDERGENERATION (correct)
- The time for transit days only
Which statement accurately describes LookAheadDays?
Which statement accurately describes LookAheadDays?
- It is the duration in which all orders must be finalized.
- It provides a timeframe for planning needs before the MustGo date only.
- It is irrelevant to the overall order processing timeline.
- It refers to the period for considering additional orders after MustGoDays. (correct)
How is ORDERLEADTIME defined in this system?
How is ORDERLEADTIME defined in this system?
- Only the maximum possible time between orders
- The time to create a purchase order after the LookAheadDays
- The static time required for supplier delivery
- Transit days combined with lead time for purchase orders (correct)
What is the primary significance of NEEDS PLANNED BEFORE MUSTGODATE?
What is the primary significance of NEEDS PLANNED BEFORE MUSTGODATE?
What is the default value for ORDERGENHORIZON mentioned in the context?
What is the default value for ORDERGENHORIZON mentioned in the context?
What type of needs does LOOKAHEADDAYS accommodate?
What type of needs does LOOKAHEADDAYS accommodate?
In what context are JDA and ERP systems mentioned?
In what context are JDA and ERP systems mentioned?
What is the consequence of not meeting the MustGoDays criteria?
What is the consequence of not meeting the MustGoDays criteria?
What role does ORDERGENERATION serve in the overall system?
What role does ORDERGENERATION serve in the overall system?
Why is manual input essential for NEEDS PLANNED BETWEEN MUSTGODATE AND LOOKAHEADDATE?
Why is manual input essential for NEEDS PLANNED BETWEEN MUSTGODATE AND LOOKAHEADDATE?
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Study Notes
Overview of MustGoDays and LookAheadDays
- OH POST DATE refers to the date when the order is officially recorded.
- ORDERLEADTIME includes the deadline order, which impacts the scheduling and fulfillment of orders.
- ORDERGENERATION signifies the forecasted order period derived from the deadline order, aiding inventory management.
MustGoDays
- MustGoDays encompasses the timeframe necessary to convert all demand into truck shipments.
- Calculated as the sum of ORDERLEADTIME (transit days + purchase order lead time) and ORDERGENERATION (minimum one day by default).
- Essential for planning to ensure that all compulsory orders are included in the load.
LookAheadDays
- LookAheadDays is the period for utilizing available needs to optimize and complete truck loads.
- Allows for greater flexibility in load organization by anticipating demand and adjusting accordingly.
- Helps in identifying orders that can be supplemented with existing capacity.
Needs Planning
- Needs Planned Before MustGoDate are manually logged by users in ERP systems (LRS2000 or GEAC) and integrated into JDA for order fulfillment.
- Needs Planned Between MustGoDate and LookAheadDate are also manually entered in JDA, providing a forecast period during which Distribution Center (DC) suppliers can expect orders based on the order date.
Conclusion
- Understanding MustGoDays and LookAheadDays is critical for efficient logistics and supply chain management, enabling timely fulfillment of orders and optimization of resources.
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