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Master planning

Master complex purchase planning and production planning with RELEX

Determine and balance the future need for materials and capacity to meet company goals. Use AI to create optimized production plans automatically by calculating accurate production proposals to meet demand and target stocks, and overall efficiency.

Increase service levels, balance production, and reduce inventory costs

3-5% Increase

in service levels

1-2% Reduction

in purchasing costs

20-50% Reduction

in manual planning

25% Reduction

in production labor & outsourcing

Take guesswork out of the equation

Master planning automates and optimizes the production plans of production sites by calculating accurate proposals to meet demand and target stocks. Evaluate all production options while respecting defined supply constraints and associated costs.

Key features

Enhance planning, management, and decision support

Achieve accurate production orders for a manufacturing plant/site using capacity constraints, ensuring optimal resource utilization and minimizing production bottlenecks. This leads to more efficient operations and better alignment with demand forecasts.

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Benefits

Boost availability and cut costs efficiently

Increase availability and reduce operational and purchase costs through efficient production plans and better supply-demand matching, while minimizing manual work.

  • Enhance supply chain efficiency

    Optimized production and purchase order calculations help align with demand and capacity, making the supply chain more cost-effective and reliable. Scenario planning lets you compare different what-if scenarios to pick the best plan. Automated alerts and better demand matching provide a clear view and simplify production planning, cutting down on manual work and boosting efficiency.

  • Streamlined operations and data integration

    Seamless integration with existing systems ensures accurate and efficient data flow across the supply chain. The RELEX platform’s robust scalability and performance capabilities will support the business as it grows, handling large volumes of data and transactions without compromising efficiency. Adherence to stringent security protocols and compliance standards will protect sensitive data and ensure regulatory compliance, mitigating potential risks.

  • Optimized production for efficiency

    Production order proposal calculation provides detailed, optimized plans for each period, ensuring efficient use of resources. Cyclical planning simplifies daily tasks by locking production sequences. Scenario planning and forecast consumption enable planners to assess various scenarios and automatically adjust forecasts based on actual orders, enhancing responsiveness and accuracy.

  • Accurate purchasing and cost savings

    Purchase order proposal calculation ensures timely and cost-effective purchases of raw materials. Replenishment order models automate supply processes, reducing stock-outs and maintaining consistency. Detailed production insights and proactive alerts help manage raw material needs effectively and address potential issues early.

    “Finding the right vendor was crucial. We needed an integrated planning solution capable of modelling and optimizing our entire supply chain. With so many nodes, constraints, and alternative supply routes, the only way to maximize profitability is by using true optimization technology. This is exactly what RELEX offers.”

    Jonathan Burth
    COO of The Vita Coco Company

    “The teams have done a fantastic job. The RELEX consultants worked closely with our experts and took the time to understand our business. This meant they could design a solution that was right for Finsbury. It was never a case of just pushing textbook best practices. We also conducted a proof of concept and post-implementation assessment at each site. This way, we could gradually establish a scalable implementation process.”

    Liam McVey
    Group Demand Planning Manager at Finsbury

    Case study: Finsbury Food Group 

    Through RELEX, Finsbury achieved enhanced responsiveness, enabling the formulation of alternative scenarios that mitigated many of the challenges faced. 

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