Operating production companies in any sector from manufacturing foods or beverages to custom CNC machining companies offering small and large production runs takes a lot of organization and scheduling.
Not only is there a need to understand the throughput of the system based on the type of project, lot or run, but there is also the need to consider the maximum capacity of all equipment and all processes in the chain. This is relevant to scheduling and manufacturing as the speed of the line can only be as fast as the slowest equipment, which often leads to challenges in trying to coordinate processing times and have deliveries out the door to meet the customer’s scheduling needs.
With manufacturing scheduling software, a company can more effectively plan and optimize the use of their production lines and equipment. It will also provide several benefits to working with customers and providing accurate information on turnaround times for orders.
Simple Efficiency
With quality manufacturing scheduling software, business owners and managers can coordinate production with simple efficiency, even when dealing with multiple facilities and different types of orders. The software will automatically track usage, provide lead time requirements with accuracy and precision and also provide dependable promise dates to give to customers.
Inventory Balance
Another important feature of manufacturing scheduling software is the ability to accurately place orders for inventory based on pending orders in the system. With this in place, the guesswork is taken out of the ordering process, eliminating unnecessary inventory purchases or inventory shortages that result in delays in production.
Performance Advantages
With the software, it will be easier for shift managers to determine the staffing requirements with accuracy. This can dramatically decrease the amount of overtime, which in turn will help in saving money.
Finally, with the use of the software, every decision can be reviewed before it is made. This will help the entire company run more efficiently and limit human errors and omissions.