The production process includes a sequence of
operations that transform raw materials from a given form to the desired
form of outputs.
To achieve this basic objective of production and operations
management, it applies production planning and control functions which are the
management tools that coordinate all manufacturing activities.
Production planning and control is the process of
planning, directing, coordinating, and controlling the firm’s facilities to
achieve the predetermined production objectives at the right time, at the right
cost, at the right quantity, and at the right quality.
Objectives of Production Planning and Control
1. To confirm the effective use of all resources.
2. To effectively manage labor, machines, and various
supporting departments.
3. To reduce idle time in the production cycle time
4. To retain optimum inventory levels
5. To assure flexibility in manufacturing operations.
6. To prepare production schedules and ensure the
product is completed at right time.
7. The ultimate objective is to deliver the
required quality in the required quantities to the customer in the required
delivery schedule to achieve maximum customer satisfaction and minimum possible
cost.
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