Describe one aspect of how product variations affect manufacturing planning./ Manufactoring Discussion

Week 3 Learning Objectives:

After completing this week’s assignments, you should be able to:

• Be familiar with prevailing manufacturing functions and how facility location is influenced by raw material sources or finished product consumption points.
• Understand the different manufacturing approaches and when they are applicable, such as “assembled to order,” “made to order,” and “made to plan.”

Lecture 3 – Manufacturing

Readings:

• Manufacturing
• Distribution and Distribution Requirements Planning
• Mass Customization
• Manufacturing Resources Planning

Participation: 

• Week 3 Discussion Topics:
  • Topic One
  • Topic Two
  • SCM Globe