Master Production Schedule (MPS) Explained | Link to Aggregate Planning & Capacity Alignment
Master the core of manufacturing planning with this detailed tutorial on the Master Production Schedule (MPS)!
In this video, we break down how the MPS connects strategic planning, sales & operations planning (S&OP), and the aggregate production plan (APP) to define what to produce, when, and in what quantity.
🎯 What you’ll learn:
✅ What is the Master Production Schedule (MPS)?
✅ How the MPS links to the Aggregate Production Plan (APP)
✅ Inputs and outputs of MPS
✅ Key concepts: Projected Available Balance and Available to Promise (ATP)
✅ Aligning MPS with Capacity Planning for efficient resource utilization
✅ Practical example for better understanding
This lecture is ideal for operations managers, supply chain professionals, production planners, and students who want to build a solid foundation in manufacturing planning and control systems.
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