Supply Chain Planning Mastery: A Comprehensive Guide to Mastering MPS, RCCP, MRP, and DRP for Strategic Supply Chain Planning, Operational Excellence, ... Decision-Making in a Global Market

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Master the Core Tools of Modern Supply Chain Planning—From Strategy to Execution!Are you struggling to align demand with production? Facing constant inventory issues or capacity constraints? Feeling overwhelmed by planning complexity in your supply chain?Supply Chain Planning Mastery is your ultimate guide to mastering the planning tools that drive success in today’s fast-paced, global business environment.This powerful book breaks down the most critical elements of supply chain planning—MPS (Master Production Scheduling), RCCP (Rough-Cut Capacity Planning), MRP (Material Requirements Planning), and DRP (Distribution Requirements Planning)—and shows you how to apply them effectively for maximum operational impact.✅ What You’ll Learn Inside This Book:Understand the hierarchy of planning — from strategic to operational levels.Develop and optimize an MPS to align production with demand and service goals.Balance capacity and constraints with RCCP and avoid bottlenecks.Convert plans into material needs using MRP and manage BOMs and lead times effectively.Optimize replenishment across your network using DRP and multi-echelon inventory strategies.Integrate planning functions seamlessly across ERP and S&OP/IBP environments.Apply real-world strategies through industry case studies from retail, automotive, pharma, and more.Future-proof your skills with insights on AI, digital twins, control towers, and blockchain.