Article ID: | iaor1993999 |
Country: | United Kingdom |
Volume: | 12 |
Start Page Number: | 24 |
End Page Number: | 41 |
Publication Date: | Nov 1992 |
Journal: | International Journal of Operations & Production Management |
Authors: | Berry William L., Boe Warren J., Tallon William J. |
Keywords: | production: MRP |
Thi paper reports a new method for preparing a product structure analysis to improve the effectiveness of the master scheduling function for products that are manufactured on an assemble-to-order basis. This methodology for conducting product structure analysis uses relational database management software to identify common and unique material in a product structure. Example results of the application of methodology are highlighted.