Demand planning (DP) is an important process for supply chain management (SCM) across businesses and has a significant impact on the overall efficiency of business operations. In this book, you will learn how to apply key demand planning concepts to SAP APO DP and familiarize yourself with important considerations like statistical forecasting. Using a detailed case study and screenshots, you will build a strong foundation on demand planning concepts and design in SAP APO along with an understanding of advanced design in APO DP. This expert guide to demand planning in SAP APO covers: - SCM Context, Business Processes and Functionality for Different SAP APO Modules including Technical Architecture and Integration - Example Business Scenario and Overall APO DP/ APO BW Process Flow Diagram - Demand Planning Concepts and Business Rationale for APO DP Design - Design and Deployment of Demand Planning in ERP, APO BW, and APO DP using Configuration, Master Data, and Transactions

Constraint-based planning generates something that is appealing to all manufacturers: a feasible supply and production plan. However, constraint-based planning software was first implemented over twenty years ago, and yet few companies have mastered constraint-based planning. This book provides the background information, detailed explanations, step-by-step examples, and real-life scenarios to assist a company in becoming proficient at constraint-based planning, along with valuable information about what SAP APO can do for supply and production planning in reality, rather than just in theory. Here you will learn about resources-the mechanism for constraining the plan in APO and for determining the feasibility of the plan-and how constrained supply and production planning work together (and how they don't). In addition, this book talks about constraint-based planning at the supplier level: can a vendor's production be capacity-constrained? By reading this book, you will learn: The different resources available in APO, how production resources differ from supply planning resources, and the role resources and other important constraints play in constraint-based planning. How constraints integrate across the supply planning and production planning applications. The areas of disconnect between supply and production planning applications, and between SNP and PP/DS in particular. The difference between unconstrained (or infinite) planning and constraint-based planning. The benefits of constraint-based planning and how it differs from capacity leveling. Various types of demand, and how backwards and forwards scheduling work. The benefits of using production constraints in the supply planning system, and how SNP and PP/DS can be synchronized to produce the desired output. The methods that can do constraint-based planning in SNP and PP/DS-heuristics, CTM, and optimization-and how to configure these methods. The difference between hard and soft constraints, and how to plan using multiple constraints.

Since SAP is emphasizing recent developments in operations management in its SCM initiative, this book describes the methodological background from the viewpoint of a company using SAP systems. It describes order processing both in an intra- and interorganizational perspective, as well as describing future developments and system enhancements.

SAP SCM: Applications and Modeling for Supply Chain Management empowers you to capitalize on the sophistication of SAP APO. This book provides clear advice on the inevitable, critical decisions that can lead to project success or failure and shows you, wherever you are on the supply chain management staff—buyer, planner, ground controller or analyst—to fully exploit the agility SAP APO offers.

The Advanced Planner and Optimiser (APO) is the software from SAP dedicated to supply chain management. This book addresses the question of how to implement APO in a company. It is written from a long years' experience in implementation projects and provides project managers and team members with the necessary know-how for a successful implementation project. The focus is on introducing modeling approaches and explaining the structure and interdependencies of systems, modules and entities of APO. Another concern is the integration with the R/3 system(s), both technically and from a process point of view. Since APO projects differ significantly from other SAP projects, some key issues and common mistakes concerning project management are covered.

Supply Chain Management, Enterprise Resources Planning (ERP), and Advanced Planning Systems (APS) are important concepts in order to organize and optimize the flow of materials, information and financial funds. This book, already in its fifth edition, gives a broad and up-to-date overview of the concepts underlying APS. Special emphasis is given to modeling supply chains and implementing APS successfully in industry. Understanding is enhanced by several case studies covering APS from various software vendors. The fifth edition contains updated material, rewritten chapters and an additional case study.

Optimization is a serious issue, touching many aspects of our life and activity. But it has not yet been completely absorbed in our culture. In this book the authors point out how relatively young even the word “model” is. On top of that, the concept is rather elusive. How to deal with a technology that ?nds applicationsinthingsasdi?erentaslogistics,robotics,circuitlayout,?nancial deals and tra?c control? Although, during the last decades, we made signi?cant progress, the broad public remained largely unaware of that. The days of John von Neumann, with his vast halls full of people frantically working mechanical calculators are long gone. Things that looked completely impossible in my youth, like solving mixed integer problems are routine by now. All that was not just achieved by ever faster and cheaper computers, but also by serious progress in mathematics. But even in a world that more and more understands that it cannot a?ord to waste resources, optimization remains to a large extent unknown. R It is quite logical and also fortunate that SAP , the leading supplier of enterprise management systems has embedded an optimizer in his software. The authors have very carefully investigated the capabilities and the limits of APO. Remember that optimization is still a work in progress. We do not have the tool that does everything for everybody.

The Advanced Planner and Optimiser (APO) is the software from SAP dedicated to supply chain management. This book addresses the question of how to implement APO in a company. It is written from a long years' experience in implementation projects and provides project managers and team members with the necessary know-how for a successful implementation project. The focus is on introducing modeling approaches and explaining the structure and interdependencies of systems, modules and entities of APO. Another concern is the integration with the R/3 system(s), both technically and from a process point of view. Since APO projects differ significantly from other SAP projects, some key issues and common mistakes concerning project management are covered.

Eliminate the everyday challenges of ever-increasing customer expectations and changing market dynamics with SAP APO Understand the whys and hows of the SAP APO component in SAP SCM, including all of the steps and processes that are involved in demand and supply planning. This book gives you the concrete tools you need to have a firm knowledge of your SAP APO options and get started with confidence. 1. Demand and Supply Planning PrinciplesBasic sales and operations planning principles explain the different types of supply chains and metrics, and how to construct supply chain and inventory models. 2. Basic Configuration and NavigationWith elementary and advanced techniques, configure and navigate the different SAP APO functions in your system and learn how to set up BW objects, planning books, and more. 3. Components and ModulesUnderstand how the APO-DP and SNP functionalities work in SAP APO, as well as with other SAP functions and systems such as SAP NetWeaver BW, SAP CRM, and SAP ERP. 4. Tracking Needs and SuccessLearn what SAP APO tools you need to meet your demand and supply planning business requirements, and then use different tools to monitor your efforts. 5. ABC TechnologyFollow a fictional business and understand how to translate its business requirements into technical processes. Highlights Include: Advanced planning and scheduling SCOR model SAP APO Supply Network Planning and Demand Planning Inventory optimization Change management SAP NetWeaver BW and SAP CRM integration Planning engines: Heuristics, SNP optimizer, and CTM Core Interface (CIF) Legacy System Migration Workbench (LSMW) SAP Supply Chain Performance Management Enhancements Characteristics-based planning Collaborative planning

Discovering features and functionalities in SAP IBP and SAP S/4HANA Manufacturing KEY FEATURES ● Delve into the core functionalities of SAP S/4HANA for supply chain planning and manufacturing. ● Harness the power of SAP IBP to forecast demand, optimize supply, and manage inventory with precision. ● Explore the intricacies of SAP S/4HANA Manufacturing, streamlining production planning, execution, and quality management. ● Leverage AI and ML to enhance demand forecasting, optimize schedules, automate tasks, and gain real-time visibility. DESCRIPTION Embark on a transformative journey with SAP S/4HANA Supply Chain Planning and Manufacturing, your comprehensive guide to mastering the latest advancements in supply chain management. Step into the world of SAP S/4HANA and conquer the complexities of demand-driven planning, production optimization, and quality control. Unlock the secrets of SAP IBP, a cloud-based powerhouse that empowers you to forecast demand with precision, optimize supply chains seamlessly, and manage inventory levels effortlessly. Master the intricacies of SAP S/4HANA Manufacturing, harnessing its capabilities to streamline production planning, execute orders efficiently, and ensure impeccable product quality. Embrace the transformative power of AI and ML, leveraging these cutting-edge technologies to enhance demand forecasting, optimize production schedules, automate repetitive tasks, and gain real-time visibility into your supply chain operations. Whether you are a seasoned supply chain professional or just starting your journey, this book is your indispensable companion, providing a clear and concise roadmap to success. WHAT YOU WILL LEARN ● Master the art of demand-driven planning, ensuring optimal production and inventory levels. ● Learn about the latest advancements in planning, manufacturing, and quality control. ● Understand the planning journey along with SAP S/4HANA and SAP IBP. ● Gain the knowledge and skills to become a sought-after supply chain expert, equipped to navigate the ever-evolving landscape of supply chain management. WHO THIS BOOK IS FOR This book is designed for the supply chain professionals, including business users, functional and technical consultants, and program managers, who are seeking to transform their supply chain to an integrated digital supply chain planning and manufacturing in SAP S/4HANA and IBP. Prior knowledge of SAP S/4HANA and IBP is not required. However, a basic understanding of supply chain management principles and terminology would be beneficial. TABLE OF CONTENTS 1. Exploring Planning and Manufacturing in S/4HANA 2. Uncovering Inter-connected Business Process through SAP S/4HANA 3. SAP S/4HANA Planning and Manufacturing Capabilities 4. Getting Started with SAP Integrated Business Planning 5. Implementing and Configuring SAP IBP 6. Getting Started with SAP S/4HANA Manufacturing 7. Configuring SAP S/4HANA Manufacturing 8. Understanding SAP Digital Manufacturing Cloud 9. SAP S/4HANA Advance Planning: aATP and ePPDS 10. Implementing SAP S/4HANA ePPDS and aATP 11. SAP S/4HANA Advance Manufacturing Features 12. Implementation Methodologies, Assessments, and Tools 13. Data Integration with SAP IBP and SAP S/4HANA Manufacturing 14. AI, ML, Analytics, and Robotic Process Automation 15. SAP Best Practices