1. OUTLINE Questions? Go over Midterm Go over Homework New homework
Production planning
Plan Types
Chase
Level
Mixed - Optimized
Writing equations
Types of problems
Rolling production plan process
Quiz on 10/09

2. LP example

3. LP Example (see spreadsheet)

4. Using the Solver in Excel
The solver is located under the “Tools” menu. The dialog box looks like this:

5. Using the Solver in Excel (continued)
The dialog box for the constraints look like this:

6. Rolling Production Plan
The rolling production planning process – IE responsibility, monthly meeting with:
Division Vice President
Materials Managers
Inventory Managers
Operations Managers
Plant Managers
HR Manager