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Description
Creating a job sequence for each resource that adheres to all constraints can often take an exhausting and frustratingly long time. Even individuals with significant scheduling expertise may find that the outcomes remain far from ideal. The landscape can shift unexpectedly due to various pressures, changing priorities, urgent requests from important clients, issues with material availability, or equipment failures, which can quickly turn the hours spent developing a feasible schedule into a futile endeavor. Given the considerable investment in high-cost manufacturing equipment, it makes sense to utilize these resources in the most effective and efficient manner possible. The Arkieva Finite Scheduler has been meticulously crafted to meet the demands of contemporary supply chains. By integrating scheduling and distribution processes within the production-planning software, it provides a comprehensive view of the entire production and distribution network, ensuring that users can monitor everything from the shop floor to the shipment timeline. This holistic approach not only streamlines operations but also enhances overall productivity and responsiveness to changing conditions.
Description
Just Plan It focuses on production scheduling tailored for high-mix, low-volume make-to-order environments. Through collaboration with numerous shops, we have discerned the key factors that contribute to their success. Despite effectively operating an ERP system, CIOvita conducted its production scheduling using custom Excel spreadsheets, which proved inadequate as the company expanded. This method resulted in significant drawbacks, including a lack of visibility and diminished agility. The environment became one of constant change and crisis management. Prior to adopting Just Plan It, Loynds depended on spreadsheets, paper lists, and extensive deliberation to determine delivery timelines and keep their engineering team informed with current work lists, as noted by Richard Loynds, the Managing Director at Loynds. The primary challenge stemmed from the absence of clarity regarding the shop floor's actual activities, compounded by swiftly evolving processes. This lack of visibility frequently led to missed delivery promises, jeopardizing customer relationships and trust. Ultimately, the transition to Just Plan It has provided the clarity and efficiency needed to improve operations significantly.
API Access
Has API
No
API Access
Has API
No
Integrations
Microsoft Excel
Yes
Adobe Acrobat
Yes
Microsoft PowerPoint
Yes
SAP S/4HANA Cloud Public Edition
No
Integrations
Microsoft Excel
Yes
Adobe Acrobat
No
Microsoft PowerPoint
No
SAP S/4HANA Cloud Public Edition
Yes
Pricing Details
No price information available.
Free Trial
No
Free Version
No
Pricing Details
$59 per month
Free Trial
No
Free Version
No
Deployment
Web-Based
Yes
On-Premises
No
iPhone App
No
iPad App
No
Android App
No
Windows
No
Mac
No
Linux
No
Chromebook
No
Deployment
Web-Based
Yes
On-Premises
No
iPhone App
No
iPad App
No
Android App
No
Windows
No
Mac
No
Linux
No
Chromebook
No
Customer Support
Business Hours
Yes
Live Rep (24/7)
No
Online Support
Yes
Customer Support
Business Hours
Yes
Live Rep (24/7)
No
Online Support
Yes
Types of Training
Training Docs
Yes
Webinars
Yes
Live Training (Online)
Yes
In Person
Yes
Types of Training
Training Docs
Yes
Webinars
Yes
Live Training (Online)
Yes
In Person
No
Vendor Details
Company Name
Arkieva
Founded
1993
Country
United States
Website
arkieva.com/software/scheduling/
Vendor Details
Company Name
NETRONIC Software
Founded
1975
Country
Germany
Website
www.just-plan-it.com
Product Features
Production Scheduling
"What If" Scenarios
No
Automated Scheduling
No
Bottleneck Optimization
No
Capacity Planning
No
Constraint Scheduling
No
Job Scheduling
No
Material Planning
No
Priority-Based Scheduling
No
Quality Control
No
Product Features
Production Scheduling
"What If" Scenarios
Yes
Automated Scheduling
Yes
Bottleneck Optimization
No
Capacity Planning
Yes
Constraint Scheduling
Yes
Job Scheduling
Yes
Material Planning
No
Priority-Based Scheduling
Yes
Quality Control
No