MRP Planning Parameter Setup Checklist
Ensure accurate MRP forecasts and optimized inventory levels. Our MRP Planning Parameter Setup Checklist guides you through critical configuration steps, minimizing errors and maximizing efficiency in your Material Requirements Planning system. Download now for a streamlined setup process!
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Lot Sizing Methods
Verify and document the chosen lot sizing methods for each item (e.g., Fixed, Periodic, Minimum/Maximum).
Lot Sizing Method for Item A
Lot Sizing Method for Item B
Minimum Order Quantity (MOQ) for Item C
Maximum Order Quantity for Item D
Reason for Choosing Lot Sizing Method for Item E
Lead Times
Confirm accuracy of procurement, manufacturing, and inspection lead times for all items.
Procurement Lead Time (Days)
Manufacturing Lead Time (Days)
Inspection Lead Time (Days)
Date Lead Times Last Updated
Notes on Lead Time Variability
Lead Time Source (e.g., Supplier, Historical Data)
Transit Time (Days)
Safety Stock Levels
Review and validate safety stock calculations and established levels for each item, considering demand variability and lead time uncertainty.
Item Code
Current Safety Stock Level
Calculated Safety Stock Level
Service Level (%)
Safety Stock Calculation Method
Demand Variability (σ)
Lead Time Variability (σ)
Review Period
Notes/Justification for Adjustment
Planning Horizon
Define and check the appropriate planning horizon to ensure sufficient visibility for material planning and procurement.
Minimum Planning Horizon (Days/Weeks/Months)
Maximum Planning Horizon (Days/Weeks/Months)
Planning Horizon Unit
Justification for Chosen Horizon
Last Review Date of Planning Horizon
Considerations for Future Horizon Extension
Scheduling Parameters
Validate scheduling parameters such as capacity planning, finite vs. infinite scheduling, and resource allocation rules.
Finite Scheduling Capacity Factor
Scheduling Method
Setup Time Multiplier
Next Capacity Review Date
Constraint Types Applied
Maximum Work Center Overload (%)
Work Centers and Routing
Confirm accurate work center definitions, routing sequences, and standard times for manufacturing operations.
Work Center Code
Work Center Description
Standard Labor Hours per Unit
Setup Time (Minutes)
Machine Capacity (Units per Hour)
Routing Type (e.g., Assembly, Fabrication)
Required Resources
Item Master Data Integration
Ensure proper integration and synchronization of item master data with the MRP system.
Data Source System
Record Count Mismatch Threshold
Data Mapping Document Link
Last Data Synchronization Date
Synchronization Method
Error Logs Review Notes
BOM (Bill of Materials) Accuracy
Verify the accuracy and completeness of BOMs for all manufactured items.
BOM Description Review Notes
Effective Date (YYYYMMDD)
BOM Status (Active, Inactive, Draft)
Quantity per Assembly
BOM Version
Attach Approved BOM Document
Unit of Measure (UOM)
Confirm consistency and accuracy of UOMs throughout the system.
Default UOM for Item X
Conversion Factor (Base UOM to Secondary UOM)
Base Unit of Measure for Item Y
Notes on UOM Consistency
UOM Rounding Rules
Planning Types and Strategies
Review and validate planning types and strategies assigned to each item (e.g., Make-to-Stock, Make-to-Order, Engineer-to-Order).
Planning Type
Planning Horizon (Weeks)
Planning Strategies Applied
Strategy Justification
Strategy Implementation Date
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