Frequently Asked Questions

Yes. An APS combines powerful algorithms and artificial intelligence to go beyond simple planning. AI can, for example, perform predictive tasks: assess whether a plan is likely to deviate from standard times, anticipate delays, and suggest adjustments before they become critical.

Yes. An APS is designed to integrate with your ERP and use its data (orders, inventories, capacities) to generate a realistic production plan.

No. ERP manages your transactions and data. APS complements ERP by providing the dimension of advanced planning with finite capacity.

Not at all. An APS costs a fraction of the price of an ERP implementation and is now affordable for SMB manufacturers, while delivering rapid and measurable benefits.

An APS automates approximately 90% of the planning process through its algorithms and AI. The planner retains a key role: analyzing, adjusting, and making final strategic decisions.

APS requires relevant data to create a realistic plan. Each case is unique, but the tool typically requires production lines, item master records, bills of materials (BOM), manufacturing orders, inventories, forecasts, or orders, where applicable.

No. An APS can do its own MRP calculation if the ERP does not generate its own production orders to meet the needs.