MRP Data Analysis & System Implementation 3

Question 1

In MRP analysis, what does a 'firm planned order' (FPO) allow a planner to do that a standard planned order does not?

Accepted Answer

Prevent the MRP system from automatically rescheduling the order

Answer

A firm planned order is manually fixed by the planner, preventing the MRP system from changing its quantity or due date during regeneration.

Question 2

Which MRP processing method recalculates requirements only for items affected by changes since the last MRP run?

Accepted Answer

Net change MRP

Answer

Net change MRP processes only items with transactions or changes since the last run, making it faster and more efficient than a full regeneration.

Question 3

A planner is analyzing an MRP exception report showing 'reschedule in' messages. What action does this exception recommend?

Accepted Answer

Move an existing order to an earlier date to meet demand sooner

Answer

'Reschedule in' exceptions occur when an existing order's due date is later than when the requirement is needed, prompting the planner to expedite the order.

Question 4

Which data analysis technique is most useful for identifying the root cause of chronic MRP inaccuracies in a specific product family?

Accepted Answer

Pareto analysis of planning exceptions by item

Answer

Pareto analysis identifies which items generate the most exceptions, focusing improvement efforts on the 20% of items causing 80% of MRP inaccuracies.

Question 5

During MRP implementation, a team decides to use a pilot approach rather than a 'big bang' cutover. What is the primary advantage of this strategy?

Accepted Answer

It reduces implementation risk by testing with a subset of items or locations first

Answer

A pilot implementation limits exposure by validating system performance, data integrity, and user adoption on a smaller scope before full deployment.

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