Business Central MRP with the Enhanced Planning Pack App

Business Central MRP with the Enhanced Planning Pack App

Managing your material requirements planning (MRP) in Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central just got much easier. The Enhanced Planning Pack app from Insight Works boosts your Business Central MRP processes, providing greater visibility and control. The app supercharges Business Central with a suite of features to optimize your processes and give you more visibility into forecasts and operations.

Let’s explore how the Enhanced Planning Pack app transforms your Business Central MRP experience.

What is Business Central MRP?

Business Central MRP is essential for managing inventory, production, and supply chain processes. This functionality ensures businesses have the right materials at the right time to meet production schedules. However, the standard functionality lacks advanced features and detailed insights, which is where the Enhanced Planning Pack steps in.

Key Features of the Enhanced Planning Pack

The Enhanced Planning Pack offers features to enhance your Business Central MRP processes. Here’s a closer look:

1. Enhanced Planning Worksheet

The Enhanced Planning Worksheet extends forecasting capabilities by integrating with Microsoft’s Cortana Machine Learning model to process historical sales data. This integration delivers accurate and actionable forecasts. As a result, demand forecasts update, key inventory values like safety stock and reorder points compute, and inventory planning manages with precision.

2. Item Planning Review

The Item Planning Review feature provides a comprehensive supply and demand summary, offering clear visibility across multiple locations and companies. These insights help make informed decisions about inventory management and vendor planning. Visualizing sales and purchase history becomes easier, allowing for analyzing trends and adjusting strategies accordingly.

3. Enhanced Forecasting Worksheet

The Enhanced Forecasting Worksheet provides precise planning by processing historical sales data through Microsoft’s Cortana Machine Learning model. Users can select specific periods, apply filters, and generate specific usage data. The tool is essential for detailed and precise planning, ensuring inventory and production plans are always on point.

4. Multi-Level BOM Viewer

The Multi-Level Bill of Materials (BOM) Viewer simplifies complex manufacturing processes by providing a hierarchical view of materials. It displays supply-demand information and assesses production feasibility. These features help identify potential shortages and manage costs effectively.

5. Routing Analysis

Routing Analysis enhances production routing by comparing actual shop floor times with expected runtimes and integrating with apps like Shop Floor Insight. These comparisons allow for identifying discrepancies, analyzing routings, and ensuring optimal production efficiency.

Benefits of Using the Enhanced Planning Pack

Using the Enhanced Planning Pack with Business Central MRP offers numerous benefits:?

• Improved Forecast Accuracy: With advanced forecasting tools, you can make better predictions and plan more effectively.?

• Streamlined Inventory Management: Automated calculations and updates simplify inventory control.?

• Enhanced Vendor Relations: Track spending and ensure minimum prepaid amounts, improving vendor management.?

• Optimized Production Planning: Assess component availability and manage BOMs efficiently.?

• Increased Operational Efficiency: Identify and address discrepancies in production times for better scheduling and costing.?

Unlock New Levels of Efficiency in Business Central MRP

The Enhanced Planning Pack app significantly improves the experience for Business Central MRP users. The app adds depth to your forecasting, inventory management, and production planning, making your processes more efficient and effective. By leveraging advanced algorithms and machine learning, the app provides the insights and tools you need to stay ahead in a competitive market.

To start using Enhanced Planning Pack, download the app from AppSource or the Business Central Extension Marketplace today. For more information, visit?PlanningForDynamics.com?or contact your?Microsoft Partner.