MRP Data Analysis & System Implementation 5

Question 1

Which scenario best illustrates the 'nervousness' problem in MRP systems?

Accepted Answer

Small changes in master schedule demand causing large, frequent changes to lower-level planned orders

Answer

MRP nervousness occurs when minor demand fluctuations at higher BOM levels cascade into disproportionately large and frequent replanning of lower-level components.

Question 2

When implementing MRP across multiple manufacturing sites, what is the main advantage of using a centralized versus decentralized MRP approach?

Accepted Answer

Centralized MRP enables visibility and optimization of material flows across all sites

Answer

Centralized MRP gives planners a single view of inventory and demand across all sites, enabling better coordination of transfers, purchases, and production allocation.

Question 3

A planner uses MRP data to perform a 'where-used' inquiry for a component. What question does this analysis answer?

Accepted Answer

In which parent assemblies or finished goods is this component used?

Answer

A where-used inquiry traverses the BOM upward to identify all parent items that consume the specified component, essential for evaluating the impact of shortages or changes.

Question 4

In MRP system implementation, what does 'go-live readiness' typically include verifying?

Accepted Answer

That data accuracy, user training, system configuration, and cutover procedures are all validated

Answer

Go-live readiness requires confirming that master data is accurate, users are trained, the system is correctly configured, and a tested cutover plan is in place.

Question 5

An analyst comparing two planning periods finds that MRP-generated purchase order values dropped 15% while customer service levels improved. What does this most likely indicate?

Accepted Answer

MRP implementation improved planning accuracy, reducing excess purchases while meeting demand

Answer

Simultaneous reduction in procurement spending and improvement in service levels indicates that better-timed, right-sized MRP orders replaced the previous over-purchasing caused by poor planning.

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MRP Data Analysis & System Implementation 5